After the political tussle between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesome Wike, came to an end following the halting of the six-month state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu, the state has witnessed the laying off of appointed commissioners and public officers affected by the Supreme Court judgement.
Recall that on 6 March, 2025, the supreme court, in its 62-page Certified True Copy (CTC), acknowledged Martins Amaewhule and the other led faction as the incumbent leader and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly (RSHA).
According to the verdict of the Supreme Court ruling, the Victor Oko-Jumbo-led faction of pro-Fubara loyalists was not recognised.
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Meanwhile, before the judgement of the apex court, Governor Fubara had submitted a list of commissioner nominees to the Oko-Jumbo-led faction for screening and approval, which was approved after the completion of screenings.
Despite the appointment, the court ruled against the decision taken by the Oko-Jumbo-led faction of the state assembly.
The state of emergency declared on 18 March, which placed Governor Fubara along with his deputy, Prof Ngozi Odu, and elected lawmakers under suspension, came to an end on 18 September, 2025.
Following their resumption of legislative duties, FCT Minister Wike revealed that he had spoken with his successor, signalling a reconciliation agreement.
In a recent development, the New Daily Prime earlier reported that Governor Fubara on Wednesday, while marking the 64th Independence Day Celebration, announced the disbandment of the appointed commissioners and public officers.
This announcement came during the valedictory session with his cabinet members held in Port Harcourt.
Reflecting on the anniversary, he urged citizens to throw their support for President Tinubu in embracing and building a lasting nation with a peaceful environment, noting that it was a day of significant achievement as far as the nation, Nigeria, is concerned.
“The Governor has relieved all Commissioners and other public officers affected by the recent Supreme Court judgement of their appointments with immediate effect,” Spokesperson to the Governor, Nelson Chukwudi, stated while quoting Fubara.
While urging residents to reflect on the lesson of the six-month emergency rule, noting that the costliest peace is cheaper than the cheapest war, Fubara appreciated the cabinet members for their contribution to the state’s development in the past two years of service.
