Unforgiven: The APC’s Bold Statement to Fubara

The APC’s Warning: Joining Us Won’t Erase Your Past

Here’s a breakdown of the situation:

📰 Key Takeaways

1. APC rejects Fubara’s defection
Tony Okocha, chairman of APC in Rivers State, made it clear that the party is not a “dumping ground” for individuals with alleged misconduct. He said joining APC won’t wipe the slate clean for Governor Fubara’s alleged misdemeanors—“his sins cannot be forgiven,” he stressed (dailypost.ng).

2. No backdoor admission
Okocha emphasised that Fubara must follow proper defection procedures—starting at the ward level—and cannot simply “walk in” through the back door (dailypost.ng).

3. No reconciliation yet
Despite a recent meeting with President Tinubu during the Sallah festivities, Okocha confirmed there’s been no attempt at reconciliation with lawmakers or other stakeholders. Fubara reportedly has taken no steps to reconcile since the Supreme Court ruling and the state of emergency that followed (arise.tv).

4. Tinubu meeting not a threat to APC
Okocha downplayed any concerns about Fubara meeting with the President, noting it’s customary during Sallah for many leaders—even from other parties—to pay respects (dailypost.ng).

🔍 What This Means

• APC is maintaining a strict stance: No automatic amnesty, even if Fubara wants to defect.
• A formal defection process is required; nothing informal or backdoor will be accepted.
• Political challenges remain: Without genuine reconciliation, Fubara may still face impeachment or legal consequences.

Let me know if you’d like more context on the legal aspects, political fallout, or implications for Rivers State governance.