Fubara Declares Support For Tinubu, Rainbow Coalition

Amarachi Ihesiulo

October 26, 2026
2 min read
Governor Siminalayi Fubara

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has declared support for President Bola Tinubu and the Rainbow Coalition, saying the era of political conflict in the state is over.

Fubara made the declaration in a video posted on X, where he addressed his supporters and reaffirmed his commitment to the emerging political alliance.

“We have made peace in the state and I am supporting the Rainbow Coalition. President Bola Tinubu is our president and is the one that we are supporting,” the governor said.

He added that his decision reflected a shift towards peace and cooperation after a period of political tension in Rivers State.

The declaration signals a significant development in the state’s political landscape as alliances continue to evolve ahead of future elections.

Fubara did not provide further details about the coalition’s structure or the practical steps he would take to strengthen the alliance.

His remarks come amid continuing political realignments in Rivers State, where relationships between state leaders and national political figures remain a major focus of public attention.

The governor’s endorsement of Tinubu also underscores the importance of political cooperation between state and federal leaders.

Further details about the coalition’s membership and electoral plans were not immediately available.

Ihesiulo Grace Amarachi is a Nigerian journalist, writer and media professional serving as the Editor-in-Chief of TheTraffic.NG, a digital news platform covering national and international affairs. Her editorial interests span politics, business, aviation, health, technology, entertainment, sports and social development. She is committed to credible journalism, insightful reporting and compelling storytelling that informs public discourse and keeps readers abreast of important developments in Nigeria, Africa and beyond.