Main Reason Governor Fubara Defected to APC from PDP Emerges in a Video
- Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC)
- The governor explained that the move was to show full and open support for President Bola Tinubu
- He stated that his supporters, who had stood by him through political challenges, would also join him in the APC
Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The governor explained that the decision was made to show full support for President Bola Tinubu.
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Governor gave reason for moving to APC
Speaking during the announcement, Governor Fubara said:
“We can’t support President (Tinubu) if we don’t fully identify with him, not just backyard support. Our decision this evening is that we are moving to the APC. Everyone here who have followed me, who suffered with me, our decision today is that we are moving to APC.”
The governor’s move marked a significant political shift in Rivers State, where he had previously been a member of the PDP. His statement suggested that loyalty to the president required full alignment with the APC rather than partial or indirect support.
Governor Fubara noted that his supporters, who had stood by him through political challenges, would also join him in the APC. He emphasised that the collective decision was taken to strengthen their political position and ensure unity with the ruling party.
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Who is Siminalayi Fubara?
Governor Siminalayi Fubara is the current Governor of Rivers State, Nigeria, and a prominent political figure in the Niger Delta.
Born on January 28, 1975, in Opobo, Rivers State, Fubara trained as an accountant and built his career in the state civil service before entering politics. He rose to become the Accountant General of Rivers State, a role that positioned him as a key figure in the financial management of the state.
In May 2023, he was elected Governor under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), succeeding Nyesom Wike. His administration focused on infrastructure renewal, youth empowerment, and digital governance.
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What is APC?
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is one of Nigeria’s two major political parties, formed on February 6, 2013 through a merger of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), Congress for Progressive Change (CPC), and All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP).
The party quickly rose to prominence, winning the 2015 presidential election with Muhammadu Buhari, marking the first time an opposition party unseated a ruling government in Nigeria’s history.
APC promotes a broad “big tent” ideology, combining elements of social conservatism and federalism. It currently controls a majority of governorships, legislative seats, and remains the ruling party in Nigeria
Things to know about family of Governor Fubara
Legit.ng earlier reported that following his reinstatement as the governor of Rivers state, interest in Siminalayi Fubara has grown in recent times, with many keen to know more about his personal background. From his early upbringing in Opobo to his family life today, Legit.ng gathered key facts about the family of Fubara.
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