Pic : Siminalayi Fubara
By Omolara Akintoye
Suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara has urged all Rivers people to remain peaceful and law-abiding stating that he will engage with all relevant institutions to ensure that democracy remains strong and Rivers State continues to thrive.
Fubara in a press release by him said Rivers people resilient and we will face the state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu in the State with wisdom, patience and unwavering faith in the democratic process.
“I address you today with a deep sense of responsibility and calm, as we navigate this unfortunate moment in our state’s political history. Since assuming office as your Governor, all my actions and decisions have been guided by my constitutional oath of office and a great sense of duty. We prioritized the protection of lives and property and ensured the continuous progress of our dear State” he stated.
“Even in the face of the political impasse, we have remained committed to constitutional order and the rule of law, putting the interest of our people above all else. This was why, immediately after Mr. President’s intervention to broker peace, we did not hesitate to implement the agreed terms in good faith, including welcoming back commissioners who had previously resigned on their own volition” he continued.
Fubara explained how he moved swiftly to comply with the Supreme Court’s judgement immediately at the receipt of the certified true copy of the judgement to return the state to normalcy and that the steps were not for personal gains but to foster peace, unity and stability in the State.
He noted that unfortunately, at every turn, members of the Rivers State House of Assembly frustrated the efforts, thereby, making genuine peace and progress difficult.
“Our priorities remained the security of lives and property and advancing the well-being and prosperity of Rivers people” he said.
Fubara admitted existence of political disagreements, but that good governance had continued, salaries paid, and great projects were being executed to move the State forward.
“Above all, Rivers State is safe, secure and peaceful under our watch.
