Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has reiterated his readiness to engage with members of the State House of Assembly, stressing that he holds no grievances against them and remains committed to peace and collective development. The Governor made this known on Tuesday during the commissioning of the newly dualised 28.4km Ahoada–Omoku Road.
Addressing ongoing political speculations, Governor Fubara dismissed claims of tension between him and lawmakers, saying such insinuations were unfounded.
“I personally do not have any disagreements or anger against my Members of the National Assembly or the Rivers State House of Assembly,” he said.
Fubara explained that while he has consistently shown willingness to meet with the Assembly members, the responsibility to convene such a meeting lies with political leaders.
“I have made every effort to meet with the Assembly Members, but it is not within my leadership to initiate the meeting process,” he stated, pointing to the Minister of the FCT, Barr. Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, as the figure expected to bring all parties together.
The Governor added that he had already assured the lawmakers of his readiness to address their concerns in the interest of peace.
“Personally, I have told the Assembly Members that whatever their needs, I am ready to meet them so that peace can reign in the state,” he affirmed.
Speaking on his recent visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Fubara said the meeting informed a “bold decision” taken by his administration to promote unity and stability across the state.
“So, whoever is saying that I refused to meet you, or that there was an arrangement presented to me which I declined — it is not true,” he clarified.
The Governor urged political actors and citizens to embrace unity, noting that development cannot thrive under tension. He reaffirmed his commitment to delivering democratic dividends and maintaining harmony across all communities.
The Ahoada–Omoku dualisation project—one of Fubara’s campaign promises—is expected to boost economic activity across the Ahoada and Omoku axis, enhance mobility, and improve security along the corridor.
Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works, Dr. Austin Ezekiel Hart, described the project as a transformation of a previously narrow single-lane road into a 14.6-metre-wide dual carriageway equipped with solar-powered streetlights. He noted that travel time between Ahoada and Omoku has now been significantly reduced.
Chairman of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area, Hon. Chuku Shedrack Ogbogu welcomed the project as a “symbol of unity, oneness and development,” thanking Governor Fubara for fulfilling his promise to the people.
Governor Fubara concluded by appreciating Rivers people for their support and urging them to continue to prioritise peace as the anchor of sustainable development.