Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has paid tribute to his political godfather and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, describing him as a transformational leader whose service has inspired renewed hope in governance.
Fubara made the remarks while congratulating Wike on his conferment of a Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) Honoris Causa by the University of Port Harcourt.
The tribute follows a public display of reconciliation between the duo after years of political rift that led to a state of emergency in the state and the suspension of elected officials by President Bola Tinubu.
Expressing pride in Wike’s achievements, Fubara stated, “On behalf of my family and the good people of Rivers State, I extend my warmest congratulations to the Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), His Excellency, Chief (Barr.) Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, GSSRS, CON, on the conferment of the prestigious Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) Honoris Causa by the University of Port Harcourt.
“This distinguished recognition is not only a celebration of your illustrious accomplishments but a testament to your enduring impact, as a transformational leader, visionary statesman, and proud alumnus whose contributions have significantly advanced the cause of education and national development.
“Your unwavering commitment to infrastructural development, both in Rivers State and now in the FCT, along with your legacy of service, has inspired renewed hope in governance and uplifted countless lives across the country. It is only fitting that your alma mater honours you for your outstanding dedication and the strategic role you continue to play in shaping Nigeria’s future.
“We take immense pride in this remarkable milestone and join you in celebrating yet another feather to your cap. May this recognition fuel even greater accomplishments in your continued service to our nation.”
