Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed indifference toward returning to office, stating that his “spirit has already left” the position.
Fubara made the remark during a service of songs in Port Harcourt on Sunday, May 11, held in honour of the late elder statesman Edwin Clark. The event was organised by the Rivers Elders Forum and attended by several prominent figures.
Throughout the service, speakers referred to Fubara as “Governor” and condemned his suspension, urging for an immediate reversal of the decision. In response, Fubara distanced himself from the sentiments, labeling them as personal opinions that, in his view, may not contribute to peace in the state.
“Not everything is by oshogbe,” Fubara said, suggesting a preference for calm, strategic action over confrontation. He added, “Do you even know if I want to go back there? My spirit has already left there.”
He also warned that the actions of some of his well-meaning supporters had unintentionally escalated tensions, making his situation more difficult.
Fubara urged that the focus should remain on celebrating the legacy of Edwin Clark, whom he praised for living a selfless life and advocating for the Niger Delta region, rather than turning the event into a political congregation.
President Bola Tinubu suspended Fubara, his deputy, and the entire Rivers State House of Assembly on March 18 amid political turmoil involving Fubara and his predecessor Nyesom Wike.
