Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced that he will address the people of the state in a broadcast scheduled for 6 p.m. today.
This follows his return to office after the lifting of the emergency rule in the state.
The governor made the announcement shortly after arriving at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Friday, where he was welcomed by a massive crowd of jubilant supporters.
Describing the turnout as overwhelming, Fubara said the warm reception was a testament to the strong bond between his administration and the people of Rivers State.
“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,” he stated.
He emphasized that the huge crowd was a clear demonstration of genuine love and trust in his leadership, adding, “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.”
Fubara reassured the people of his administration’s commitment to policies and programmes that continue to earn their support. “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 said.
The governor further explained that his upcoming broadcast would be used to recognize and commend all stakeholders who contributed to the restoration of normalcy in the state.
“We are going to address the state officially by 6 p.m., and in that broadcast, every authority that gave support to this normalcy will be properly recognized,” Fubara noted.
