Fubara Expresses Confidence in Rivers’ Stability Amid Political Crisis
Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers State, has expressed confidence in the state’s ability to overcome its governance challenges, declaring that divine support will sustain its leadership, institutions and communities.
Fubara, who was represented by his deputy, Ngozi Odu, spoke on Sunday at the 2026 Holy Ghost Rally organised by the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, the state capital.
He said the state government draws strength from its faith in God, describing the theme of the rally, “The all-sufficient God”, as timely and reassuring.
“With the Almighty God on our side, our challenges are surmountable, and our future remains hopeful,” the governor said.
According to him, the theme is a reminder that in times of uncertainty, God remains an unfailing source of wisdom, strength, provision and grace.
He added that when human ability reaches its limit, divine sufficiency prevails.
Fubara also commended the RCCG for its continued prayers for Rivers State and Nigeria, praising the church for promoting moral values, unity and faith among citizens.
Delivering a sermon from Genesis 17:1, Enoch Adeboye, general overseer of the RCCG, described God as all-sufficient and capable of meeting every human need.
Adeboye said the God who created all things also has the power to repair and restore them, noting that while human efforts — including medical interventions — may reach their limits, there are situations where only divine intervention can reverse seemingly hopeless conditions.
Adesoji Oni, pastor in charge of the Rivers family of the RCCG, said the Port Harcourt Holy Ghost Rally, which began in 2015, has grown into an annual gathering with significant impact on the state.
Oni said the rally has drawn thousands to the faith and touched lives both spiritually and physically.
He added that the church has expanded its outreach beyond preaching, citing Christian social responsibility initiatives such as skills acquisition centres, maternity facilities, a rehabilitation centre for people battling substance abuse, and an innovative mind hub across the state.
Rivers State has been grappling with a political crisis arising from a prolonged feud between Fubara and Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
On January 8, the Rivers State House of Assembly commenced impeachment proceedings against Fubara and his deputy.
The process began after Major Jack, leader of the assembly, read allegations of gross misconduct against the governor, endorsed by 26 lawmakers.
The crisis escalated shortly after President Bola Tinubu lifted the six-month emergency rule imposed on the state and following Fubara’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
