“It’s a Divine Mandate”: Gov. Fubara Explains His Move to the APC

Story: written by Uzuh Rita December 11,2025
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has opened up on the reason behind his decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Speaking at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Friday after receiving his APC membership card from the party’s chairman, Chief Tony Okocha, Governor Fubara stated that his defection aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s re-election mission.

Describing the decision as a “spiritual assignment,” the governor said joining the APC creates room for a stronger and more effective partnership between Rivers State and the presidency.

According to him, “This is indeed a spiritual assignment because it concerns the safety, progress, and growth of Rivers State. We cannot go in a different direction when the President is leading another.”

He added that his move to the APC was part of a broader commitment to support President Tinubu’s continuity in office and advance development in the state.

Governor Fubara thanked the party leadership for their warm welcome and emphasized that the defection was motivated by the need to ensure stability, unity, and progress in Rivers State.

He also promised to strengthen the APC in the state, assuring that all party structures, members, and executives would enjoy his full backing.

“This is now your home, Mr Chairman. You are welcome here anytime. We will keep the APC vibrant and fully functional in Rivers State, and every need of the party will be taken care of,” he assured.