Apex Niger Delta socio-cultural group, Orashi National Congress, ONC, has affirmed their unwavering support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, the Honourable Minister of the FCT, Barr. Nyesom Wike, the Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara and his Deputy, Prof Ngozi Odu.
The ONC made the pledge during a World Press Conference held on Saturday 19th July, 2025, at the Information Centre, Ahoada Town, Ahoada-East Local Government Area, Rivers State.
The statement containing their affirmation of support was signed by Comr. Jonathan Gabriel (Public Relation Officer), Pastor Isaac Nwachukwu (Secretary General) and Amb Comrade Emeni Ibe (President General/Convener).
While addressing the media, the Convener, Amb Comrade Emeni Ibe stated, “Ladies and Gentlemen of the Press, we thank you for honouring our invitation. In the spirit of unity, progress, and unwavering loyalty to the leadership steering the ship of our great nation, the Orashi National Congress family once again rises in one voice to appreciate and salute the political architects of Nigeria’s unfolding prosperity”.
“We begin by extending our profound gratitude to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, a leader whose visionary strides have rekindled hope across the land and whose deliberate efforts in fostering peace, national unity, and economic rebirth stand as a testament to the Renewed Hope Agenda. Mr. President, your courage, wisdom and firm resolve to reposition Nigeria have not gone unnoticed. The Orashi National Congress aligns itself wholly with your administration and declares our readiness to stand by you in all ramifications — from the bustling towns to the remotest villages, mobilizing support for your transformative governance.”
“Equally, our hearts swell with admiration for the political juggernaut of our time, a leader with an indomitable spirit and a bridge-builder par excellence, His Excellency, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, CON, GSSRS, POS Africa. Sir, you remain a beacon of political strategy and grassroots mobilization. Your unwavering commitment to peace in Rivers State and your relentless drive for development at the FCT have written your name boldly in the annals of Nigerian politics. The people of Orashi and the Orashi National Congress family are ever proud of your accomplishments and continues to draw inspiration from your fearless, patriotic service.”
“We also extend warm commendations to the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Sir Siminalayi Fubara, DSSRS and Deputy Governor Her Excellency, Prof. Mrs. Ngozi Odu, for their leadership in preserving the peace and stability of our dear state. In these challenging times, your steady hands at the helm have provided the needed reassurance to the good people of Rivers State. We urge you to sustain this noble path of peace and development, and be assured that the Orashi National Congress stand ready to partner with your government in every capacity possible.”
“As an organization rooted deeply in the fabric of our communities, the Orashi National Congress wishes to reaffirm our collective resolve and political loyalty to the leadership of these great men and women. We declare our unflinching support and readiness to mobilize, sensitize, and galvanize our people for the success of your policies, programmes, and political directions.”
“We stand firm, unshaken and united in our pursuit of a Nigeria where peace reigns, where good governance thrives, and where the aspirations of the common man are realized under the visionary guidance of leaders like President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, His Excellency Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Her Excellency, Prof. Mrs. Ngozi Odu.
Let it be known across the length and breadth of Rivers State and Nigeria at large, that members of the Orashi National Congress are not mere spectators in this unfolding chapter of our political history. We are active participants, ever-ready, ever-dedicated, and ever-loyal.”
“We also call on Mr. President to as matter of urgency consider the restoration of peace tranquility, restoring of democratic structures of the Rivers state people by lifting the suspension of our dear Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his Deputy Her Excellency, Prof. Mrs. Ngozi Odu, and all elected members of the State House Assembly due to the show of love and peaceful disposition of the Rivers people.
Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!
Long live Rivers State!!
Long live President Bola Ahmed Tinubu!!!
Long live Nyesom Wike, the pride of Rivers politics!!!!
Long live Governor Siminalayi Fubara!!!!!
Long live Her Excellency, Prof. Mrs. Ngozi Odu!!!!!!
Long live the Orashi National Congress family!!!!!!! ” Most Senior Comrade Emeni Ibe concluded.