Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara announces his decision to withdraw from the APC gubernatorial primaries to prioritize regional stability over personal ambition.
In a surprising political development, Rivers State Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara announced his decision on Wednesday to withdraw from the upcoming All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primary election.
In a personally signed official press statement, the governor explained that his choice followed deep reflection and extensive consultations with his family, friends, and political associates. Describing the move as a difficult but necessary sacrifice, Fubara emphasized that true leadership requires personal ambition to yield to the greater good of the populace, stating firmly that the peace, stability, and unity of Rivers State must take precedence over any individual interest at this critical juncture.
Addressing his dedicated base of supporters who invested time, resources, and prayers into his campaign, the governor expressed his deepest gratitude while acknowledging the inevitable disappointment, anger, and pain his sudden exit might cause.
He revealed that his recent political silence was a deliberate, strategic choice guided by the higher interests of the state, referencing an elder proverb that not everything a hunter sees in the forest is spoken of in the marketplace to hint at immense behind-the-scenes pressures and complex choices.
Fubara extended his profound appreciation to the national leadership of the APC for providing the platform, and gave special thanks to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his continuous encouragement and support.
Maintaining that his choice to withdraw was born out of conviction and sacrifice rather than fear or weakness, the governor urged all party faithful to remain steadfast, promised his unwavering backing to whoever emerges as the APC flagbearer, and reaffirmed his absolute commitment to serving the people of Rivers State until the formal conclusion of his current executive term.
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