PDP leader Bode George wants President Tinubu to pardon Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara. George believes Tinubu should treat Fubara the same way he treated Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu. The appeal comes as Nigeria prepares to celebrate Democracy Day on June 12. George thinks forgiveness fits the democratic spirit of the holiday. He sees pardoning leaders as part of good democratic practice.
Tinubu suspended Fubara for six months back in March over political fights in Rivers State. The president declared emergency rule and put a temporary leader in charge. Fubara clashed with local politicians over who controls state resources and power. The suspended governor visited both Tinubu and former governor Wike seeking peace talks. Officials tried to end the bitter political dispute through meetings.
Tinubu had problems with Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu during the same period. The president ignored Sanwo-Olu at a public event showing their disagreement. Lagos advisory council members held talks to fix the relationship between both men. Tinubu later forgave Sanwo-Olu after their private meeting. George points to this example as proof that Tinubu can forgive other governors facing similar troubles.
Tinubu suspended Fubara for six months back in March over political fights in Rivers State. The president declared emergency rule and put a temporary leader in charge. Fubara clashed with local politicians over who controls state resources and power. The suspended governor visited both Tinubu and former governor Wike seeking peace talks. Officials tried to end the bitter political dispute through meetings.
Tinubu had problems with Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu during the same period. The president ignored Sanwo-Olu at a public event showing their disagreement. Lagos advisory council members held talks to fix the relationship between both men. Tinubu later forgave Sanwo-Olu after their private meeting. George points to this example as proof that Tinubu can forgive other governors facing similar troubles.
