Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has declared that his political loyalty comes with limits, making it clear that no individual deserves his absolute devotion.
During a speech, Fubara highlighted that while relationships matter, he will not go to extreme lengths—like sacrificing his “kidney or liver”—for anyone.
This statement follows ongoing political rifts, notably with former Governor Nyesom Wike, raising discussions about political allegiance and disloyalty in the state.
Fubara reaffirmed that his priority is the well-being of Rivers State and its citizens, rejecting the notion that the state belongs to any individual or group.
“No one can hold Rivers State hostage,” he declared, stressing his administration’s authority and commitment to defending the state’s interests.
At an inter-denominational thanksgiving service held at St. Paul’s Cathedral in Port Harcourt to celebrate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, Fubara also addressed criticisms surrounding his administration’s financial decisions.
He clarified that the N200 billion loan from Zenith Bank for the 50.15-kilometer Port Harcourt Ring Road project was approved under his leadership, alongside other key infrastructure initiatives.
“They even say, they don’t know what we are doing. Let me remind them, it is Fubara that signed the paper to borrow from Zenith Bank the N200 billion for the construction of the Port Harcourt Ring Road. So, it is my project,” Fubara stated.
“It is Fubara that awarded the Trans-Kalabari Road that they couldn’t do. They did only a bridge from Krakrama, but I am the one doing it: the complete span, and it is N225 billion. I didn’t borrow,” he added.
The governor assured the people of Rivers State that all projects undertaken by his administration are for the collective benefit of the state, not personal gain.
He vowed to remain accountable for every decision, noting, “We will not take any decision that we cannot defend. We won’t be part of anything that will bring any form of disgrace to our dear State.”
He further noted the improvements in Rivers’ Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), which have drawn attention, but urged political players to act with integrity, stating, “But, do it with modesty, you don’t need to destroy the house.”
