Governor Fubara Endorses President Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election Bid, Citing Infrastructural Revolution

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara endorses President Tinubu for a second term, citing the coastal road project and economic reforms as reasons for continuity.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 23, 2026, 11:28 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Punch Newspaper

A Call for Executive Continuity

In a major political declaration on Thursday, April 23, 2026, Governor Siminalayi Fubara urged Nigerians to prioritize administrative stability by supporting a second term for President Bola Tinubu. Addressing a plenary of the Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council in Port Harcourt, Fubara described the President as a "dedicated and highly patriotic" leader whose "bold, daring, and ambitious vision" is essential for the country’s sustainable development. He maintained that after three years in office, the administration has laid a foundation that requires continuity rather than disruption.

Progress Under the Renewed Hope Agenda

Fubara highlighted the administration’s achievements as evidence of a "winning team" that should not be changed. He specifically pointed to the ongoing infrastructural revolution, citing the coastal road project as a transformative development for the Southern region and the national economy. Despite acknowledging that security and economic challenges persist in certain areas, the governor expressed firm trust in the President's ability to safeguard the nation and deliver equitable development to all geopolitical zones by 2027.

Southern Solidarity and National Unity

The governor utilized the gathering of monarchs from the South-South, South-East, and South-West to emphasize the importance of Southern cooperation. He noted that while the region is ethnically and linguistically diverse, its strength lies in its commitment to an "ever-indivisible Nigeria." Fubara argued that Southern solidarity offers a practical pathway for sharing knowledge and ideas, which, when combined with Federal Government collaboration, can more rapidly achieve common goals for peace and security.