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Fubara Lauds Churches For Upholding Rivers State In Prayers

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July 31, 2023

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara has expressed gratitude to the body of Christ for upholding the State in prayers without ceasing for the peace, progress and prosperity of the State.
Governor Fubara stated this during the 1st Session of the 7th Synod of the Diocese of Ahoada at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Abua –Central on Saturday 29th July 2023.
Synod is a gathering of Bishops and other critical Church leaders who meet to fashion out policies and implement programmes that facilitates the progress of the work of God in our environment.
Represented by his Deputy, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu Governor Fubara said “We must thank you for having faith in us and upholding us in your prayers because your prayers softened the ground, there was no shooting the way it has been in the past, there were no killings because you stood firm behind us.”
He said the theme of the Synod which is “Having a Life-Changing Encounter with God”, drawn from Genesis 32:26 is very apt because the Almighty God is willing and ever ready to bless all those who diligently work to propagate the spread of the Gospel.
“I summarize in my heart that one thing to take home is to have an encounter with God. We all must strive to have an encounter with God, if our lives are good, it will be better, if it was already better, it will be supper best, so it is a gracious thing to have an encounter with God and have faith that things in your lives will be completely transformed and I believe that I will be one of those that will strive to have an encounter with God”
Governor Fubara who disclosed that this was the time for governance, reiterated that his Administration would continue to pursue programmes and policies that positively impact on the lives of the citizenry who overwhelmingly gave them the mandate to serve.
“We need God to guide us, the Holy Spirit to give us Divine direction on what to do because we cannot do it on our own strength”. He stressed.
The State Chief Executive applauded the Church for recognizing the selfless contributions of the immediate past Governor of the State, Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, whom he described as the Hero of the Niger Delta.
“When he believes in anything he stands firm. We all know how much he has sown to churches and the body of Christ and he has advised us to continue to support and interface with the body of Christ”. He further said.
Highlight of the occasion was the Rivers State Government’s presentation of twenty-five million naira support for the Church Project.
In his Presidential Address, the Bishop of Ahoada Anglican Diocese, Rt Rev’d Clement Nathan Ekpeye who congratulated Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his Deputy Prof. Ngozi Odu and other elected Government officials on their electoral victories spoke on the theme of this year’s Synod ”Having a Life-Changing Encounter with God ”, asserting that encountering God will heal the inner parts of our body.
The Bishop who prayed for the success of the Governor Fubara led Administration also thanked the immediate past Governor of the State Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike and his wife Hon. Justice Eberechi Suzzette Nyesom Wike, for the numerous developmental strides he achieved during his tenure.
The Bishop who said he will retire next year announced a transition committee to be headed by Sir Allen Eze.

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HoS Hails Fubara Over Provision of Accommodation for Permanent Secretaries

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February 2, 2026

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The Head of Service (HoS) of Rivers State, Dr. Mrs. Inyingi S. I. Brown, has commended Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, for approving befitting accommodation for Permanent Secretaries in the state.

This commendation was contained in a press release made available to newsmen in Port Harcourt.

According to the Head of Service, Governor Fubara has continued to demonstrate uncommon commitment to the welfare of civil servants in Rivers State, stressing that such gestures underscore his people-oriented leadership style. She urged civil servants across the state to remain supportive of the governor’s administration in order to sustain good governance and effective public service delivery.

Speaking on behalf of the Body of Permanent Secretaries, Dr. Brown congratulated Governor Fubara on the occasion of his 51st birthday, describing him as “a Governor who leads by serving.”

She further praised the governor’s service-driven and people-centred leadership approach, noting that it has significantly contributed to institutional stability and improved efficiency within the state’s public service. Special appreciation was expressed for the approval of a befitting accommodation complex for Permanent Secretaries, which she said reflects the governor’s commitment to staff welfare and enhanced productivity.

As part of activities to mark the governor’s birthday, the Body of Permanent Secretaries announced the sponsorship of 329 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) forms for indigent students across the state.

A breakdown of the initiative shows that 319 forms will be distributed across the 319 political wards in Rivers State, while five forms are allocated to non-indigenes and five forms to persons living with disabilities.

Interested applicants are advised to contact the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, for further details.

The Body of Permanent Secretaries wished Governor Fubara continued good health, divine wisdom, and greater accomplishments in his service to the people of Rivers State.

By John Bibor

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Allegation of Disrespect to President Tinubu Unfounded — Rivers Government

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February 2, 2026

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The attention of the Rivers State Government has been drawn to a statement credited to an acclaimed Rivers State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), purportedly authored by one Bestman Innocent Amadi, alleging that the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, removed the official portrait of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, from the Government House, Port Harcourt.

For the avoidance of doubt, the Rivers State Government wishes to categorically state that there is no policy, directive, or intention on the part of the government or the Governor that disrespects the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria or undermines the authority of the Federal Government.

On the contrary, the Rivers State Government, under the leadership of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, currently enjoys a robust, cordial, and collaborative relationship with the Federal Government, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the Renewed Hope Agenda—a partnership that is already yielding positive and tangible benefits for the people of Rivers State.

Consequently, the insinuation that the Governor acted out of “ingratitude” or “disrespect” is misleading, irresponsible, inflammatory, and entirely unsupported by verifiable facts, and should therefore be disregarded by the public.

It is regrettable that a body expected to promote youth unity, peace, and responsible engagement would resort to incendiary language, personal attacks, and unsubstantiated claims capable of overheating the polity at a time when Rivers State requires calm, dialogue, and mature leadership.

The Rivers State Government therefore calls on well-meaning members of the public, particularly its esteemed and hardworking youths, to disregard and dissociate themselves from individuals or groups bent on advancing divisive rhetoric and falsehoods for political purposes.

Rivers State belongs to all of us. Political differences must never be allowed to override truth, civility, peace, and the collective pursuit of progress.

Members of the public are further urged to remain vigilant and avoid lending credence to inflammatory statements or the activities of fifth columnists pursuing dubious agendas aimed at sowing discord.

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Rivers Government Dismisses Allegations of Disrespect to President Tinubu

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February 2, 2026

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The Rivers State Government has dismissed as unfounded and misleading allegations that Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara removed the official portrait of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the Government House in Port Harcourt.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the state government reacted to claims credited to an acclaimed Rivers State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), describing the allegation as false, irresponsible, and unsupported by any verifiable facts.

The government clarified that it has no policy, directive, or intention that disrespects the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria or undermines the authority of the Federal Government. It emphasized that Governor Fubara maintains a cordial, respectful, and collaborative relationship with President Tinubu and the Federal Government.

According to the statement, the relationship between Rivers State and the Federal Government has grown stronger under the Renewed Hope Agenda, with tangible benefits and positive impacts already being felt by residents of the state.

The Rivers State Government described insinuations that the governor acted out of “ingratitude” or “disrespect” as deliberately provocative, noting that such claims are capable of misleading the public and unnecessarily heating up the polity.

It further expressed concern that an organization expected to promote youth unity and peace would engage in what it termed incendiary language, personal attacks, and unsubstantiated accusations at a time when the state requires calm, dialogue, and responsible leadership.

The government called on well-meaning members of the public, especially the youths of Rivers State, to disregard the claims and dissociate themselves from individuals or groups spreading divisive rhetoric and falsehoods for political purposes.

Reaffirming its commitment to peace, unity, and progress, the state government stressed that political differences must never be allowed to override truth, civility, and the collective interest of the people.

Members of the public were also urged to remain vigilant and not give attention to inflammatory statements or individuals described as fifth columnists bent on causing division within the state.