Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, made his first public appearance on Sunday, March 23, following his removal from office.
Fubara attended a church service at the headquarters of Salvation Ministries in GRA, Port Harcourt, accompanied by his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie.
This marked his first outing since President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State on Tuesday, March 18.
During the service, Governor Fubara expressed deep gratitude to God for His unwavering love, mercy, and support amid the ongoing political challenges in the state.
He was joined by prominent political figures, elders, and key stakeholders from Rivers State.
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In a statement, his Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, highlighted notable attendees, including: Dr. Edison Ehie (Chief of Staff), Senator John Azuta Mbata (Former Senate President Pro-Tempore & President-General, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide), Dr. Sam Sam Jaja (Former Deputy National Chairman, PDP), Chief Orits Onyiri, Chief Mike Elechi, Chief David Briggs, Dr. Tamunosisi Gogo-Jaja, Amaopusenibo Fubara Hart, Chief Theodore Georgewill, Hon. Kingston Sylvanus, Hon. Ezebunwo Ichemati (Former Mayor of Port Harcourt), Hon. Israel Abosi (Former Ikwerre Local Government Chairman), and Chief David Omereji (Former Emohua Local Government Chairman).
The thanksgiving service, a deeply spiritual gathering, was led by Pastor David Ibiyeomie, who delivered a sermon on “Living a Blessed Life” (Genesis 1:28).
The congregation participated in uplifting songs, scriptural readings, and fervent prayers for the peace, progress, and prosperity of Rivers State.
Following the service, a special prayer session was held for Governor Fubara, reinforcing his faith in divine justice amid the ongoing political turmoil.
