Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers expressed his deep appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his “fatherly intervention” in resolving the recent political turmoil that engulfed the state.

In a statement he issued in Port Harcourt on Saturday, Governor Fubara acknowledged that President Tinubu’s mediation had paved the way for constructive dialogue, which was instrumental in resolving the political unrest.

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The governor also extended his gratitude to elder statesmen who played a pivotal role in addressing the crisis and restoring peace and stability in the state.

Fubara shared details about his visit to the Assembly complex on Monday, where he assessed the extent of the damage and initiated immediate measures to safeguard lives and property within the complex.

Reports had reached him on Sunday that the assembly chamber had suffered a fire incident, which was successfully extinguished by the fire service. Subsequently, security agencies took control of the situation.

Fubara explained, “I charged the security agencies to thoroughly investigate the incident and report to me.

Shortly after, I received reports that the assembly had split into two factions: one claimed to have impeached and suspended the House Leader and three others, as a prelude to initiating impeachment proceedings against me.

The other rival faction also asserted that they had impeached the Speaker and Deputy Speaker, sparking a political crisis.”

He emphasized his dedication to restoring peace and stability in the state, expressing his commitment to the progress, security, and well-being of the people.

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Fubara acknowledged that he and the former governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, share a collective responsibility to leverage their positions and influence to advance the state’s development.

The governor assured that he was ready to embrace the path to lasting peace and tranquility and pledged his commitment to support all initiatives aimed at permanently resolving the crisis.

He concluded by apologizing to the people of Rivers for the recent anxieties and thanked them for their continued support.