Rivers State Emergency Rule Ends: Governor Fubara Returns Amidst Tension
The Rivers State emergency rule has ended, with Governor Siminalayi Fubara returning to office amidst a tense atmosphere. Key loyalists and supporters, including former Chief of Staff Edison Ehie Evans Bipi and sacked local government chairmen, awaited his arrival on September 18, 2025.
Fubara's return marks the restoration of democratic governance in the state after the suspension of structures by President Bola Tinubu on March 18, 2025. The handover of administration from Vice Admiral Ibas to Governor Fubara's team signifies a shift back to normalcy.
Despite the absence of a planned reception, Fubara's supporters and confidants gathered to welcome him back, signaling a new chapter in Rivers State politics.
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