He Has Kept Ijaw Nation Afloat In Difficult Times, He Has Kept Us Afloat In All Crisis — Asari Dokubo

Former Niger Delta militant leader, Mujahid Asari Dokubo, has thrown his weight behind Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, praising him for what he described as resilient and steady leadership amid ongoing political tensions in the state. 

Dokubo made the remarks in a video shared by SYMFONI TV, where he also called on the Ijaw nation to engage in deep self-reflection over its current challenges.

In the video, Dokubo commended Governor Fubara for navigating Rivers State through a turbulent period marked by political crises, internal divisions, and power struggles. 

According to him, the governor’s conduct has helped preserve unity and stability, not only within the state but also among the Ijaw people at a critical time.

“This young man [Siminalayi Fubara] has kept the Ijaw Nation afloat in these most difficult times. He has kept us afloat in all the crises that have taken place,” Dokubo said. 

He added that the present situation confronting the Ijaw nation should prompt serious introspection rather than blame-shifting.

Dokubo argued that while external pressures and political opposition have played a role in the tensions facing Rivers State, internal shortcomings within the Ijaw nation have also contributed significantly. 

He described the situation as a confrontation with what he termed “the ghost of our in attitude,” suggesting that complacency, disunity, and failure to act collectively have weakened the group’s position.

“Today, we are confronted by our ghost, the ghost of our in attitude,” he stated, urging Ijaw leaders and supporters to reassess their roles in the unfolding political drama. 

According to him, the tendency to turn against one another during moments of crisis only undermines the progress and political strength the Ijaw people have built over the years.

The former militant leader emphasized that Governor Fubara has shown restraint and maturity despite intense pressure, choosing dialogue and calm leadership over confrontation. 

He noted that such qualities are essential at a time when political instability could easily spiral into wider conflict.

Dokubo also warned that continued infighting within the Ijaw nation could erode its influence, both in Rivers State and at the national level. 

He stressed that unity has always been the group’s greatest strength and that abandoning it now would be a costly mistake.

He called on elders, political stakeholders, and youths within the Ijaw nation to rally around the governor and support efforts aimed at maintaining peace and stability. 

According to Dokubo, disagreements are inevitable in politics, but they must be managed responsibly to avoid long-term damage.