Rivers: 'Time of war is over, it's now time for peace' - Fubara declares

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has declared an end to the era of conflict in the state's politics, calling for a new era of peace. Addressing an All Progressives Congress, APC, presidential campaign rally in Port Harcourt on Saturday, Fubara lamented the hardships the state has endured due to prolonged fighting. He emphasized that leaders, supporters, and the people of Rivers have all suffered as a result of this strife.

Fubara stated, "The time of war is over; it's time for peace. We cannot continue to fight and expect the state to move forward." He urged all stakeholders to put aside past grievances, urging them to come together for the betterment of the state. "We need peace to grow, and peace will only come if leaders and followers agree to forgive and move on," he added.

According to Fubara, the past battles have only resulted in pain and division. He argued that the people of Rivers have borne the brunt of the conflict, while leaders engaged in these disputes. "We have wasted enough time fighting. Now is the time to build. Now is the time to work for the people," he concluded.