‘He spat at your faces’ – ADC sympathizes with Fubara’s supporters as tension mounts in Rivers

Rivers State chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has slammed Governor Siminalayi Fubara for disappointing thousands of his supporters on Thursday.

Ekwutosblog reports that Fubara’s supporters, popularly known as Simplified family members, were gathered at the government house to welcome the governor who was expected to resume duty on Thursday.

Recall that President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday lifted the suspension imposed on the governor, his deputy and members of the State Assembly following the declaration of State of emergency in the state.

While the lawmakers resumed plenary immediately, the governor’s whereabouts could not be ascertained, creating tension across the state.

After hours of endless waiting, the supporters comprising immediate past Local Government chairmen angrily departed the government house.

Reacting, Rivers ADC Chairman, Chief Amb. Leader Sampson, in a statement forwarded to Ekwutosblog lamented the ill treatment.

He said, “indeed, Governor Fubara spat at your faces, revealing his disregard for your rights under the corrupt influence of the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike”.

According to him, the unfortunate incident “paints a red picture for Rivers State’s future, however there’s hope.

“At this point I advise all Simplified Family to channel your political focus and allegiance to the ADC.