Did the Sole Administrator summon Fubara and his deputy? Rivers Government says no. Learn the truth behind the viral memo. Read the full official response.
The political atmosphere in Rivers State heated up again on Wednesday as the state government firmly debunked widespread social media claims alleging that the Sole Administrator of the state, Vice Admiral Ibok-Etteh Ibas (Rtd.), summoned the suspended Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, for a closed-door meeting scheduled for Friday, April 18, 2025.
The state government described the viral claims as false, malicious, and a deliberate attempt to sow confusion among the people of Rivers State during a fragile political season.
In a strongly worded official statement issued by Sir Dede Sampson Friday, the Permanent Secretary from the Office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), the administration made it crystal clear that no such summons was issued.
“The Rivers State Government has become aware of fraudulent announcements circulating on social media, falsely attributed to the Office of the Secretary to the State Government,” the statement said.
“These malicious fabrications are designed to mislead the public, create panic, and disrupt the peace in Rivers State.”
The fake memo, which has been making rounds online, claimed that Governor Fubara and his deputy were ordered to appear before the Sole Administrator at the Government House in Port Harcourt over appointments and other state-related matters.
However, the state government categorically branded the alleged summons as fake news, emphasizing that it did not originate from any official communication channel.
“This announcement is fake and did not originate from any official source,” the statement stressed. “The public is urged to disregard this and any similar misinformation, as they are the work of troublemakers seeking to destabilize the state.”
The Rivers State Government warned citizens to be vigilant and resist the temptation to spread unverified information, especially at a time when the state’s political structure is already under strain.
To ensure the public is not misled by such falsehoods, the government advised that only verified channels be used for authentic updates, including:
The official website: www.riversstate.gov.ng
Press releases from the Office of the Governor and the Office of the Secretary to the State Government
Trusted and recognized media outlets
Citizens who have questions or need clarification are urged to contact the Office of the SSG directly via +234 913 574 8442.
As tensions continue to simmer in Rivers State following the political drama surrounding the suspension of Governor Fubara, the government appealed for unity, calm, and responsible communication among citizens.
“We must not allow merchants of misinformation to manipulate public perception. The peace and progress of Rivers State must not be traded for political gain,” the statement concluded.
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