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Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has pledged loyalty to President Bola Tinubu, expressing gratitude for his role in resolving the state’s prolonged political crisis.
Speaking in a statewide broadcast to mark his resumption of office after six months of emergency rule, Fubara commended Tinubu for brokering peace among key stakeholders, including former governor and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, and the Rivers State House of Assembly.
“The political crisis is now behind us and peace and stability have once again returned to Rivers State,” Fubara said.
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“On behalf of the government and the good people of Rivers State, I extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mr President for his fatherly disposition and decisive interventions.”
He noted that his decision not to challenge the constitutionality of the emergency rule was guided by a commitment to peace and stability. He also reaffirmed his loyalty to the President, stating, “Personally, I will never take Mr President’s kindness for granted, and for that, I hereby reaffirm my utmost loyalty and eternal gratitude.”
The governor urged political leaders and stakeholders to put aside differences and work together, saying the state must embrace a “fresh beginning” with “renewed hope and determination to build a stronger, more peaceful and prosperous Rivers State.”
Fubara also promised to resume governance fully, complete ongoing projects, and collaborate with the House of Assembly to “recover lost grounds and accelerate the social and economic advancement of the state.”
He thanked the people of Rivers for their patience during the emergency rule and called on all citizens to rise above divisions, adding, “Our diversity is our greatest asset, and our unity the strongest guarantee of our future.”
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