Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Sunday visited his hometown, Opobo, where he worshipped at St. Paul’s Cathedral, days after resuming at the Government House, Port Harcourt.
Fubara’s visit came barely 48 hours after the governor returned to office following the lifting of the six-month emergency rule in the state.
During his statewide broadcast on Friday, Fubara acknowledged President Bola Tinubu’s role in brokering peace among key stakeholders, including Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly.
“We believe the political crisis is now behind us and that peace and stability have once again returned to Rivers State,” the governor said, pledging renewed commitment to reconciliation and effective governance.
Fubara also outlined plans to complete ongoing projects in infrastructure, education, and healthcare, revive the state’s economy, and strengthen cooperation with the House of Assembly. He urged citizens to set aside divisions and unite in building what he described as “a stronger, more peaceful and prosperous Rivers State.”
The governor expressed gratitude to Tinubu, the National Assembly, political leaders, religious groups, and the people of Rivers State for their resilience and patience during the months of political uncertainty.