Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed deep gratitude to President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for their decisive roles in bringing peace and stability back to the state.
Fubara addressed his supporters at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Friday, shortly after returning from a suspension imposed by President Tinubu during the political crisis in the state.
“I appreciate everyone who gave support to bring normalcy back to Rivers State. I know everybody wants to hear something from me. In fact, I expected it when I landed. I won’t take President Tinubu’s kindness for granted,” Fubara said.
He specifically credited the intervention of President Tinubu and the commitment of Wike for ensuring reconciliation and restoring stability.
“I thank and deeply appreciate our father, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for his timely intervention and unwavering dedication to ensuring peace and stability in our state. I also extend my gratitude to our leader, His Excellency Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, for his commitment to the prompt resolution of this political impasse in the state,” he stated.
The governor stressed the importance of unity, reconciliation, and inclusiveness moving forward.
“There remain ample opportunities for necessary adjustments, reconciliation, and inclusiveness. Let us remember the saying: the costliest peace is cheaper than the cheapest war.
“This is a moment for a fresh beginning. Let us work together with renewed hope and determination to build a stronger and more peaceful Rivers State, ensuring that no one is left behind,” Fubara added.
Despite the turbulence, Fubara pointed to his administration’s achievements across key sectors and pledged to refocus on governance and development.
“Despite the turbulence, we acknowledge the credible milestones our administration has achieved in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and other key sectors over the last two years. Our immediate responsibility now is to return to the path of governance and development, completing the projects we started, reviving our economy, protecting lives and property, and improving the wellbeing of all Rivers people,” he said.
