Rivers women have thrown their weight behind the Rainbow Coalition congratulating its unveiled candidates and expressing optimism that the ongoing political reconciliation in the state will promote unity and peaceful conduct ahead of the general election.
The women under the Rivers Women Unite Organisation and the Central Planning Committee of the Women Converge commended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike for their roles in fostering peace among political leaders.
The committee which made the remarks during its monthly prayer session in Port Harcourt at the weekend announced that the 2026 Women Converge would hold on November 26 in the Garden City.
The group expressed solidarity with Fubara saying it had consistently supported his decisions and welcomed initiatives aimed at restoring unity within the political family.
The women in a statement by the Communications Officer of RWUS and RWUOG Glory Sunday expressed confidence that the reconciliation would strengthen togetherness reduce political tension and promote the peace and development of the state.
The committee said this year’s Women Converge would bring together women from different backgrounds religious leaders and other participants for prayers praise thanksgiving reflection and fellowship.
According to the committee the gathering will provide an opportunity to pray for the peace growth and development of Rivers State Nigeria and families across the country.
It urged women and other interested participants from within and outside Rivers State to attend expressing confidence that the event would strengthen faith unity and collective commitment to a peaceful and prosperous society.