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Supporters of suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, took to the streets of Port-Harcourt on Tuesday to demand his reinstatement.

The protesters, dressed in black, began their march from Aggrey Road in the Old Port Harcourt Township, carrying placards with messages such as “Together we stand for Governor Sim Fubara,” “We want back our Governor, we all voted for,” and “Governor Fubara is the pride of Rivers People.”

Fubara was suspended on 18 March 2025, following the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. The suspension also affected the Deputy Governor, Ngozi Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly.



The presidency said the action was taken in response to allegations of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and acts capable of threatening peace and stability in the state.



Tuesday’s protest is the latest in a series of demonstrations that have taken place across the state since the suspension.



While some groups have supported the president’s decision, others have condemned it and described it as politically motivated.



The protesters said they would continue to organise peaceful demonstrations until Fubara is reinstated.



Security operatives were present during the protest to maintain order, and there were no reports of violence.



The presidency has not responded to the renewed calls for the governor’s reinstatement.