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JUST IN: Federal Lawmakers Storm Rivers, Hold Solidarity Walk for Fubara [PHOTOS]

Thompson Nsisongabasi

Dec 15, 2023

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JUST IN: Federal Lawmakers Storm Rivers, Hold Solidarity Walk for Fubara [PHOTOS]
Federal lawmakers and their constituents have taken to the streets of Port Harcourt for a peaceful march in a show of solidarity with embattled Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

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The rally started at the popular UTC junction and had in attendance Hon. Boma Goodhead, representing Asari Toru/Akuku Toru in the House of Representatives, and Hon. Awaji-Inombek Abiante, representing Andoni/Opobo/Nkoro.

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All Facts Newspaper gathered that both lawmakers arrived early, drawing a growing crowd of supporters who carried banners and placards. They also chanted slogans in support of the Governor.

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Many expressed concerns that Fubara was being unfairly targeted for his independent leadership, refusing to be swayed by external pressures.

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The development follows a rift between Fubara and his predecessor, Governor Nyesom Wike.

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Recall that 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly recently resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). A number of Fubara's cabinet members have also thrown in their resignations.

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— Thompson Nsisongabasi

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