Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, will deliver a statewide broadcast at 6:00 pm today, his first official address since the suspension of emergency rule in the state.
Fubara, who arrived at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Friday, expressed gratitude to residents for the massive reception that greeted his return.
“I am humbled by what I saw at the airport. I was also briefed about what happened here yesterday. That reception really humbled me. It shows love, confidence, and solidarity. It is not just a celebration,” the governor said.
He described the turnout as a reaffirmation of the bond between his administration and the people, promising to sustain policies and actions that have earned their support.
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“The massive reception by the number of people who came out to celebrate is a reaffirmation of the bond between this government and the people that we are serving. I want to assure you that we will continue to do those things that have made you people love us. I want to appreciate everyone and to say that we love you,” he added.
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Fubara explained that his scheduled broadcast would provide an opportunity to formally thank individuals and institutions that contributed to restoring peace and stability in the state.
“We are going to address the state officially by 6:00 pm, and in that broadcast, every authority that gave support to this normalcy will be properly recognized,” he stated.
Rafiyat Sadiq is a political, justice, and human rights reporter with Pinnacle Daily, known for fearless reporting and impactful storytelling. At Pinnacle Daily, she brings clarity and depth to issues shaping governance, democracy, and the protection of citizens’ rights.
