Rivers women, under the platform of Rivers Women Unite for SIM, have formally declared their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, describing the move as a collective decision aimed at promoting unity, democracy and development.

The declaration was made at a well-attended event in Port Harcourt on Friday, December 19, 2025, where the women called on the people of Rivers State to rally behind Governor Fubara and President Tinubu in the interest of political stability and accelerated socio-economic growth.

Addressing the gathering, the Convener of Rivers Women Unite for SIM, Amaopurubo Sotonye Toby Fulton, said the group’s position was rooted in its unwavering support for Governor Fubara. She noted that Rivers women would align with the governor’s political direction, stressing that his support for President Tinubu equally enjoys their backing.

“Wherever Governor Siminalayi Fubara goes, that is where Rivers women will go,” Fulton stated. “As he has taken a stand with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, we also stand with the President.”

She added that the women, whom she described as mothers, daughters, wives and sisters of the state, were united in their resolve to support the APC and defend the mandates of both the President and the Governor.

The event also served as a moment of celebration as Amaopuorubo Toby Fulton announced a Christmas largesse from the wife of the Rivers State Governor, State Coordinator of Renewed Hope Initiative and Founder of Valerie Simple Life Initiative, Lady Valerie Fubara, a gesture that was warmly received with cheers, prayers and expressions of gratitude.

Organised by the Toby Jug Foundation in collaboration with Rivers Women Unite for SIM, the gathering featured cultural dances, colourful displays and Christmas renditions, marking the end of the group’s activities for the year while reinforcing its political commitment going forward.