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Fubara’s Govt Is For Civil Servants -NCSU

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The Nigeria Civil Service Union(NCSU), Rivers State Council, says civil servants in the State belong to the political family of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, the Simplified Movement, saying, the government of the State is a government for the workers.
The Chairman of the union, Comrade Chukwuka Richman Osumah, who gave the indication during the inauguration of newly elected unit officers of the union in Port Harcourt , said Governor Fubara was the first Governor in the country to pay N100, 000 Christmas bonus to workers because, according to him, he was himself a civil servant before becoming Governor of the State.
According to him, Governor Fubara has the interest of civil servants at heart, as his government is a government for the workers.
He equally expressed delight that the Governor had promoted civil servants after several years of being stagnated and appointed several civil servants Permanent Secretaries, an incentive several of their colleagues during the past administration did not enjoy before retiring, insisting that these are gestures the workers ought to be appreciative of always.
Osumah also applauded the State Head of Service, Dr George Nwaeke for transforming the Civil Service, describing him as a good man who also has the interest and wellbeing of civil servants at heart.
The union chairman charged the newly elected officers of the union to see their election as a call for service, and stressed the need for them to discharge their duties with a sense of responsibility and commitment, and to serve without blemish.
He particularly urged them to be committed and always fight for the common interest of workers and to readily allow the spirit of labour to overwhelm and take hold of them.
Also speaking, the National President of NCSU, Comrade Sunday Oluwale thanked members of the union for their commitment to the struggle, stressing that the national secretariat is quite conversant with their predicaments as it relates to the implementation of the new minimum wage and the high cost of petroleum products, assuring them that everything would be under control at the end of the day.
While urging the newly elected officers to always make personal sacrifices and fight for the workers, the labour leader said it is their responsibility to carry their members along and take care of the less privileged in the society.
Comrade Oluwale, who was represented at the event by the National Auditor of the union, Comrade Peaceman Horsfall applauded the good works of the state council, exemplified by the facelift being given to the union secretariat in Port Harcourt, and advised the new executives to always follow the footsteps of Comrade Osumah, saying, the state chairman would never betray them.
Comrade Horsfall disclosed that both the National President of the union and the General Secretary would storm Rivers State for the state delegates conference scheduled for October 22, 2024.
The newly elected officers were inaugurated by the state chairman of the union, who also inaugurated the new executive of the women committee and members of the screening committee for the forthcoming delegates conference.
Executive members of the women committee inaugurated are Comrade Joy Ogbuigba, chairman; Comrade Christiana Peter Obomanu, vice chairman; and Comrade Evelyn Owante, secretary.
Others include Comrade Benedicta Dibia, ex-officio; Comrade Boma Braide, ex-officio; and Comrade Linda Bobmanuel, ex-officio.
Members of the screening committee are Comrade Ogedi Worder, chairman; Comrade Evelyn Owante, secretary; Comrade Christiana Peter Obomanu; Comrade Boma Braide; and Comrade Ezekiel Sordum Baekee.

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HoS Hails Fubara Over Provision of Accommodation for Permanent Secretaries

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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.
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Allegation of Disrespect to President Tinubu Unfounded — Rivers Government

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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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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.
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