Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has strongly reaffirmed his commitment to the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that he remains a bona fide member of the party and warning political observers to disregard rumours of his alleged defection making the rounds on social media.
Governor Fubara made the declaration on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, during an on-the-spot inspection of the newly completed Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital and General Hospital project executed by his administration in Rumuigbo, Port Harcourt.
While Addressing journalists at the site, the Governor insisted that despite intense political speculations and media drama, his loyalty to the APC remains firm and unshaken.
He stressed that the overriding interest of the party must always come first in all decisions. “I remain a bona fide member of the APC.
People should stop linking my name with defection rumours,” the governor said, dismissing insinuations that he had abandoned the party. He warned against false interpretations of events being used to misrepresent his political stand.
Speaking about the project Governor Fubara recalled that it was initiated after an emergency visit to the area following serious concerns about inadequate mental health care and rehabilitation services.
He said assessment by his administration revealed that residents also lacked access to a nearby general hospital, as the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) was located too far to effectively serve surrounding communities.
Governor Fubara said the decision to establish a standard General Hospital within the same complex was to provide quality healthcare for residents of Rumuigbo, Rumuola, Rumuolumeni and neighbouring communities.
While expressing delight with the timely completion and quality of work, Governor Fubara described the facility as a fulfilled campaign promise aimed at improving the overall wellbeing of the people.
He reiterated that his administration would continue to prioritise governance focused on impactful projects and policies, with the health sector remaining a major priority.
