Amanze Chinonye
Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has attributed his withdrawal from the governorship primaries of the All Progressives Congress to what he described as “immense pressures” and a deliberate decision to prioritise peace, stability and unity in the state over personal ambition.
In a statement announcing his exit from the APC governorship contest, Fubara said the move came after “deep reflection and extensive consultations,” insisting that the interest of Rivers State outweighed individual political aspirations.
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The governor’s explanation shifts attention from the withdrawal itself to the circumstances surrounding it, as he suggested that difficult political realities informed his decision.
“It is enough to say that I have faced immense pressures and difficult choices, but my love for Rivers State remains greater than anything else,” he stated.
Although he did not elaborate on the nature of the pressures, Fubara indicated that his recent silence was intentional and driven by what he called the “higher interest” of the state.
“Not everything a hunter sees in the forest is spoken of in the marketplace,” he said, invoking a proverb to suggest there were underlying issues he chose not to disclose publicly.
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Framing his withdrawal as an act of sacrifice rather than political retreat, Fubara said he stepped aside to allow peace and unity to prevail in Rivers State.
“Leadership is ultimately about sacrifice. There comes a time when personal ambition must yield to the greater good of the people,” he said.
The governor acknowledged the frustration and disappointment of his supporters, many of whom had invested time, resources and expectations in his bid, but appealed to them to remain loyal to the APC and support the party’s eventual candidate.
He also thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the APC leadership for their encouragement and backing during the process.
Fubara, however, rejected any suggestion that his withdrawal reflected weakness or capitulation, maintaining that the decision was borne out of conviction.
“I stepped aside not out of weakness, fear, or surrender, but out of conviction and sacrifice so that Rivers State may move forward in peace and unity,” he said.
The governor added that he remains committed to serving the people of Rivers State until the completion of his tenure.
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