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Rivers LP candidate Itubo receives supportive visit from group, urges for better Rivers

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By Christy David | ICC News Reporting | January 10, 2024

 Chief Mrs. Beatrice Itubo, the former Labour Party candidate in the 2023 general election. Receives supportive visit from group, uniting for a Better Rivers

The New Dimension for Rivers is a non-partisan and political pressure group, comprised of individuals dedicated to fostering positive change in Rivers State led by Barr. Vincent Chukwu recently paid a solidarity visit to Chief Mrs. Beatrice Itubo, the former Labour Party candidate in the 2023 general election. 

During the visit, the political pressure group Barr. Chukwu expressed its commitment to grassroots democracy, good governance, and positive political developments across the 23 local governments of Rivers State. 

Also, Barr. Chukwu commended Chief Mrs. Itubo's political influence and acknowledged her support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara amid recent political challenges in the state.

The group emphasized its non-partisan stance and outlined its objectives, including advocating for justice, the rule of law, employment opportunities, and the protection of the rights of Rivers people. Barr. Chukwu highlighted Chief Mrs. Itubo's role as an indispensable political pillar in the state, recognizing her support for Governor Fubara during attempts to impeach him. 

The New Dimension for Rivers State expressed gratitude for her withdrawal of the Supreme Court petition and voiced solidarity with her decision to support Governor Fubara for the betterment of Rivers State.

In acknowledging their visit, Chief Mrs. Beatrice Itubo appreciated their visit and highlighted the shared history and camaraderie between herself and the members of the group. 

She expressed gratitude for their support and acknowledged their collective efforts to promote good governance, emphasizing the need for unity and collaboration in addressing societal challenges.

Chief Mrs. Itubo also explained her decision to withdraw her petition from the Supreme Court, citing a commitment to peace in Rivers State. 

In a heartfelt speech with the group, Chief Mrs. Itubo expressed her deep concern for the welfare of workers and pensioners during the tenure of the immediate past governor. 

She highlighted a lack of promotions, non-payment of pensions, and the struggles faced by retirees, emphasizing the need to speak out against such challenges for the sake of a better future.

Chief Mrs. Itubo passionately conveyed her commitment to the cause of workers and pensioners, dispelling notions of personal animosity towards the former governor. 

She pointed out that her advocacy was rooted in the mandate she received from the workers to represent their interests. The former labour party candidate emphasized the vulnerability of pensioners and retirees, citing instances where the abrupt cessation of salaries led to dire consequences. 

This poignant revelation underscored her dedication to addressing the grievances of the working class.

Furthermore, Chief Mrs. Itubo shed light on her decision to withdraw her petition as a proactive step towards ensuring peace in Rivers State. 

Acknowledging the potential ramifications of prolonged legal battles on the state's stability, she expressed a desire to avoid contributing to crisis and unrest. 

Chief Mrs. Itubo called upon other political stakeholders, urging them to sheath their swords and work collaboratively for the betterment of Rivers State. 


In closing, she reassured her commitment to supporting the current administration led by Governor Siminalaye Fubara and encouraged a collective effort toward building a prosperous future for the state.