Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, yesterday broke his silence over the impeachment proceedings against him by the State House of Assembly, explaining why he said some dogs don’t understand why they bark.
Fubara spoke on a day his predecessor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, replied to those asking President Bola Tinubu to sack him, saying the President can see him only if he could no longer offer him anything.
Why I said dogs are barking – Fubara
Speaking at a church service to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at St Cyprian Anglican Church in Port Harcourt yesterday, Fubara, who called for calm, assured the residents that everything would be fine.
He explained that his decision to remain silent in the face of distractions was deliberate, noting that he draws strength from his faith in God.
The governor, who spoke briefly, said: “I said something that dogs bark when they don’t understand. Now, see, I think a lot of you don’t understand, and that’s the reason I don’t shout, I don’t complain. I know what I have.
“I know that I have what is supreme and that is God. So, I want everyone to relax. What is important is peace for these dear state and we’ll get it by the special name of God.”
In her remarks, the deputy governor, Professor Odu, commended attendees for their presence at the church service to mark the event.
She urged everyone to maintain good conduct, in line with the admonition of the Dean of the Anglican Communion, Archbishop Blessing Eyinda, who stressed during his sermon that every action would be remembered at one time or another.
