Being grateful restrains me from certain actions — Fubara to critics

He addressed accusations of being ungrateful amidst the conflict with former governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.

During a visit from stakeholders of the Ikwerre Ethnic Nationality,  at the Government House in Port Harcourt, Governor Fubara assured that despite political tensions, he will continue to show respect to people for what they are.

The clarification came yesterday, following the swearing-in of Barrister Emmanuel Frank-Fubara who was screened and confirmed as a commissioner by the Victor Oko-Jumbo-led assembly .

Giving his charge after the oath-taking ceremony, Governor Fubara defended his recognition of the Oko-Jumbo-led assembly, insisting that it is the lawfully recognized legislative arm.

He however expressed disappointment in the police for their handling of a recent bomb explosion investigation.

“I’ve not been hearing anything and I’m wondering, after how many weeks now, the Nigeria police are still not able to come out and make a statement about the attempt by someone – who I don’t know what his name is – tried to detonate dynamite in front of Hotel Presidential,” Fubara said.

“I’m still wondering why it doesn’t happen. But if it’s maybe any other thing that has to do with us, they will say they should even charge the person for terrorism.”

The governor of Rivers State also recounted how his followers were arrested and accused of terrorism for offenses they did not commit.

Fubara however emphasized that he will continue to govern the state with God’s grace and protection.