A large crowd of women gathered on Friday in the Aba Road area of Port Harcourt, calling for the reinstatement of the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. The protesters, identifying themselves as mothers and wives, directed their appeal to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to lift the suspension and restore democratic governance in the state.
The demonstration, which progressed from the busy Aba Road to the Rivers State Government House, featured placards emblazoned with messages like “Bring back Fubara,” “Save our democracy,” and “Is the law different for Rivers State?” Additionally, slogans invoking divine justice echoed through the crowd, showing their determination to reclaim what they see as their democratic rights.
Chanting songs of solidarity, the participating women expressed their discontent with what they termed “unconstitutional military rule masked as a state of emergency,” asserting that the citizens of Rivers deserve better than the current political situation, which they termed undemocratic.
Leaders and participants spoke to Channels Television, sharing their frustration regarding the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. They noted that, despite the turmoil, Governor Fubara has continued to fulfill his duties, delivering essential services to the people. “We are a peaceful people and do not deserve this kind of injustice... What is happening now is not democracy,” remarked one protester.
The peaceful protest saw women of various ages join in solidarity, with organizers emphasizing that their movement transcends political loyalties. “We are here to defend our votes and the sanctity of our democracy. This is beyond Fubara; it’s about justice and the future of Rivers State,” one leader stated.
Prior to the march, the women convened at Isaac Boro Park for a prayer session, seeking divine intervention for the political issues facing their state.
Governor Fubara, his deputy, and members of the Rivers House of Assembly were suspended amid a protracted political crisis in the oil-rich region. Following their suspension, President Tinubu appointed a sole administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas, to oversee the administration of Rivers State.
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