The Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for granting a posthumous pardon to the Ogoni nine and conferring national honours on the Ogoni four.
Fubara gave this commendation when he spoke on Friday, October 10, 2025, from Government House, Port Harcourt, where he described the decision as a historic and healing gesture.
The Ogoni 9, including environmental activist Ken Saro-Wiwa, were posthumously pardoned “for their exemplary service to Nigeria and efforts toward reconciliation in the Ogoni community.” The group also includes Saturday Dobee, Nordu Eawo, Daniel Gboko, Paul Levera, Felix Nuate, Baribor Bera, Barinem Kiobel, and John Kpuine.
Additionally, national honours were awarded to the Ogoni 4; Chiefs Albert Badey, Edward Kobani, Samuel Orage, and Theophilus Orage, in recognition of their patriotism and contributions to peace in Ogoniland.
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Fubara expressed appreciation to the President, the Council of State, and Nigerians for acknowledging the sacrifices of the Ogoni 13, noting that the move would foster reconciliation, promote lasting peace, and spur sustainable development in the region.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to unity among the Ogoni people, the governor called on the people to view the federal government’s action as a meaningful response to long-standing demands.
He urged residents, especially in Ogoniland, to support and align with government policies at all levels to ensure progress and improved governance across the state and country.
