Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has dismissed reports alleging that he has defected to the National Democratic Congress, insisting that he remains a member of the All-Progressive Congress, APC.
Speaking during an interview with reporters on Wednesday in Port Harcourt, the state capital, Fubara said the rumours were based on misinformation circulating in the media and on social platforms.
“I know that there’s been a lot of drama in the media, one story and another. I’m a member of the APC and nothing has changed,” he said.
He urged the public and commentators to verify information before spreading it, warning against misrepresentation based on speculation.
“People should stop using whatever situation that they pick up from social media or their own interpretation of any situation to present me wrongly,” he said.
Reaffirming his loyalty to his party, he added, “I have not gone anywhere. I’m still a member of the APC and I remain a member.”
Fubara further emphasized the need for unity and focus within the party, noting that political interests should be guided by collective goals.
“Whatever happens, what is most important is supporting the overall interests of the party,” he said.
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In a related development, the Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has submitted the names of the second batch of commissioner-nominees to the state House of Assembly for screening and confirmation.
The Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Somtochukwu Udeze, received the list during Tuesday’s plenary and referred it to the Committee on Screening and Election Matters for screening and possible confirmation.
The list contains three nominees with their respective portfolios attached.
The nominees are Henry Arinze, Commissioner Designate for Housing; Nonso Ebonwu, Commissioner Designate for Commerce; and Dr Ezeaka Uwaeme, Executive Secretary, Anambra State Health Insurance Agency.
After receiving the list, the Speaker referred it to the relevant committee for screening in line with legislative procedures.
He confirmed that the Assembly is set to confirm the first nominees who have been screened.
The first batch of nominees containing 18 names was received by the Assembly on May 5.
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