Ribadu Delivers Tinubu’s Message To Fubara During Visit To Rivers
- The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, has delivered President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's message to Governor Siminalayi Fubara
- Ribadu led a presidential delegation comprising the Ministers of Works, David Umahi, and Environment, Balarabe Lawal, and top officials of NNPCL to Rivers State
- He explained the reason the President Tinubu-led federal government delegation was in the south-south state
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Port Harcourt, Rivers State - The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is happy with Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s leadership style in Rivers State.
Ribadu described Rivers as one of the most peaceful states in the country.
Source: UGC
He praised Governor Fubara for his responsible leadership in the oil-rich state.
As reported by The Punch, Ribadu stated this when he led a presidential delegation on a courtesy visit to the Rivers State Government House in Port Harcourt on Monday, December 22, 2025.
Other members of the delegation include the Ministers of Works, David Umahi, and Environment, Balarabe Lawal, and top officials of NNPCL.
Ribadu explained that the presidential delegation was in Rivers State to consolidate ongoing peace efforts in Ogoni land.
He stressed that Nigeria “will no longer be what it used to be,” with the transformation beginning in the area.
Ribadu said President Tinubu specifically directed him to thank Governor Fubara.
According to the NSA, Tinubu expressed happiness with Fubara’s leadership style and coordination of the discussion on the resumption of oil exploration in Ogoni.
Ribadu also conveyed Tinubu’s appreciation to the people of Ogoni for their support, patience, and understanding.
2027 election: Fubara declares support for Tinubu
Recall that Fubara has given a fresh update on his support for Tinubu's re-election in 2027 presidential election.
The governor of Rivers State said 70% support has already been secured for Tinubu's re-election across all the 23 local government areas.
Fubara shared details of his meeting with the National Working Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 election.
Tinubu gives NSA Ribadu order on Ogoniland
Legit.ng earlier reported that President Tinubu called for unity and reconciliation in Ogoniland after decades of unrest.
Tinubu urged the Ogoni people to close ranks, put the dark chapter behind them, and move forward as one.
The President ordered the national security adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to immediately initiate talks between Ogoni communities, NNPCL, and other stakeholders.
Source: Legit.ng
