Emergency rule: No King Lasts Forever — Suspended Rivers Governor Fubara Declares 

No King Lasts Forever — Suspended Rivers Governor Fubara Declares 

 

 

 

Suspended Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has spoken out publicly for the first time in weeks, declaring that “no king lasts forever” in a statement laced with defiance, reflection, and hope.

 

Addressing a gathering in Bonny, Fubara appeared calm and resolute despite the ongoing political storm that has rocked the oil-rich state.

 

Speaking to supporters, Fubara stated that he does not feel defeated, stressing that his conscience is clear and that he remains anchored in his convictions.

 “Everybody will not appreciate your style,” he said. “But when you know that what you are doing is right… you can defend your action. That’s what makes you a man.”

Fubara’s comments come amid ongoing political tensions following his suspension in March 2025 by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who declared a state of emergency in Rivers State.

 

The move came after a bitter power struggle between Fubara and his political godfather and predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who now serves as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.

 

As part of the emergency measures, Tinubu appointed retired naval chief Ibok-Ete Ibas as Sole Administrator to oversee the state’s affairs during the six-month suspension.

 

In his speech, Fubara struck a philosophical tone, acknowledging the impermanence of power.

 

“No king lives forever, that’s the truth. No authority lasts forever,” he said. “But what is important is that within the period that you are in power… you do wonderful things that would speak forever.”

He addressed criticisms leveled against him, saying he could only be true to himself and those who believe in him.

 “I can’t be what I’m not or who I am not,” he noted. “At times, you need to lose to win.”

Despite his suspension, Fubara has continued to engage with key figures in an effort to restore political stability in the state. He has held at least two reconciliation meetings with President Tinubu and Wike, signaling ongoing efforts to resolve the crisis.

 

Fubara closed his address with a message of hope and resilience.

 

“I know that at the end of the day, our winning will come to us because we are standingon a solid rock,” he affirmed.