The Niger Delta Congress (NDC) has scheduled a peaceful demonstration for Monday, April 7, 2025, in reaction to the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the State House of Assembly. Set to occur at Isaac Boro Park starting at 7:00 AM, the protest seeks to press for the reinstatement of democratic rule in the state.
In a statement issued on April 3, the NDC denounced the imposition of a state of emergency and the removal of elected officials, labeling it a direct assault on democracy and the rights of Rivers State residents. Mudlaga Ogboru, the NDC’s National Spokesperson, remarked, “These measures subvert the people’s will and jeopardize the Niger Delta’s stability.”
The organization has called on the public to participate in the protest while adhering strictly to legal guidelines, stressing the importance of solidarity and fairness. “United, we stand stronger in our quest for justice,” the statement declared.
The ongoing political turmoil in Rivers State has sparked significant concern, with many scrutinizing the legitimacy and intentions behind the suspension of critical state institutions. As tensions escalate, attention will focus on Port Harcourt next Monday to observe the protest’s developments.
