Fubara hails Tinubu for Post Humous pardon of Ogoni 9, National Honours for Ogoni 4 

Fubara hails Tinubu for Post Humous pardon of Ogoni 9, National Honours for Ogoni 4 

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for granting a posthumous pardon to the late Ogoni 9 and conferring National Honours Awards on the Ogoni 4, describing the move as a major milestone toward reconciliation and peace in Ogoniland.

Governor Fubara gave the commendation on Friday in Port Harcourt while reacting to the Council of State’s unanimous ratification of President Tinubu’s decision during its meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Thursday.

The governor, in a statement issued by Nelson Chukwudi, his Chief Press Secretary, expressed profound appreciation to the President, the Council of State, and Nigerians for what he called a “historic act of justice and reconciliation” in honour of the Ogoni leaders.

The Ogoni 9—Ken Saro-Wiwa, Saturday Dobee, Nordu Eawo, Daniel Gboko, Paul Levera, Felix Nuate, Baribor Bera, Barinem Kiobel, and John Kpuine—were granted posthumous pardon “for their exemplary service to Nigeria and efforts to promote reconciliation within the Ogoni community.”

Similarly, the Ogoni 4—Chiefs Albert Badey, Edward Kobani, Samuel Orage, and Theophilus Orage—received National Honours “for their patriotism and contributions to peace and unity in Ogoniland.”

Governor Fubara said the recognition of the sacrifices of the Ogoni 13 would not only promote genuine reconciliation but also guarantee lasting peace, unity, and sustainable development across Ogoni communities.

“This decision by Mr President is a strong statement of national healing. It will renew hope, restore confidence, and strengthen the bond of brotherhood among our people,” Governor Fubara stated.

The governor reaffirmed the commitment of the Rivers State Government to the total reconciliation of all Ogoni people and called on residents to view the Federal Government’s action as a significant step toward addressing long-standing grievances.

He also urged the Ogoni people and all Rivers residents to support government policies and programmes designed to enhance peace, unity, and development in the state.

“The government’s continuous investment in Ogoniland is a testament to our collective commitment to the well-being and progress of the people,” Fubara added.