The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Napoleon Ukalikpe and Bulabari Loolo winners of the Ahoada East Constituency 2 and Khana Constituency 2 bye-elections, respectively.

Reacting to the outcome, Fubara described the victory of the two APC candidates as well deserved, citing their popularity in their constituencies.

The governor’s reaction was contained in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Tuesday by his Chief Press Secretary, Onwuka Nzeshi.

“It is the beauty of democracy. When the people believe in your capacity, they will give you their votes. I look forward to working with them and their colleagues in the State House of Assembly,” Fubara said.

He also commended residents of the two constituencies for the peaceful conduct recorded before, during and after the elections.

The bye-elections were conducted to fill vacancies created by the resignation of the former representative of Ahoada East Constituency 2 and the death of the lawmaker representing Khana Constituency 2, Dinebari Loolo, who passed away after an illness in September 2023.

Loolo’s widow, Bulabari Loolo, later emerged as the APC candidate and secured victory in the February 21 bye-election.

The Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, is expected to inaugurate the two members-elect in the coming days.