Shettima Meets Fubara in Port Harcourt for Project Inauguration

Vice President Kashim Shettima arrived in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Thursday, where he was received by Governor Siminalayi Fubara and senior government officials. The Vice President's visit is part of the Federal Government's engagement with the state regarding major projects and political developments.

Shettima is scheduled to officially inaugurate a project during his stay and meet with various government officials and stakeholders. Rivers State is politically significant, having experienced a major political crisis in 2023 and 2024 due to disputes between Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who is now the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.

The crisis led to President Bola Tinubu's intervention, including the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State on March 18, 2025, resulting in the suspension of Fubara, his deputy, and members of the state House of Assembly. The situation has since improved, with Fubara re-engaging in political activities and aligning closer with the All Progressives Congress (APC).