In large numbers, women in Rivers State on Friday stormed the major Aba Road area of Port Harcourt, protesting with placards and calling for the reinstatement of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu.
Before marching along Aba Road, the women held prayers at Isaac Boro Park.
As the protesters advanced toward the State Government House from Aba Road, they were seen with placards boldly inscribed with “Bring back Fubara,” “Save our democracy,” “Is the law different for Rivers State?” and “God of justice, arise for Rivers State.”
The protesters, who identified themselves as mothers and wives, chanted songs and called on President Bola Tinubu to reinstate Fubara and allow democracy to prevail.
The women condemned the state of emergency, describing military rule as unconstitutional, and insisted that the people deserve better than the current political situation.
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Some protesters expressed concern and frustration over the ongoing crisis in the state. They praised Governor Fubara for continuing his duties despite the challenges.
“We are a peaceful people and do not deserve this kind of injustice. The governor has been doing his job despite the distractions. What is happening now is not democracy,” a protester said.
The peaceful protest included women of all ages. Leaders stressed that the movement was not political but a stand for democracy.
“We are here to defend our votes and the sanctity of our democracy,” one of the leaders stated. “This is beyond Fubara; it’s about justice and the future of Rivers State.”
Fubara, his deputy, and members of the Rivers House of Assembly were suspended after President Tinubu declared a state of emergency, which was seconded by both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
