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Rivers Celebrates Wike As Gov Inspects Projects …We’ll Support Victims, Families Of Polls Violence -RSG
Thousands of Rivers people turned out on the streets of Port Harcourt and Obio/Akpor local government areas to celebrate Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, last Saturday.
Singing and dancing, the men and women of Rivers State declared their unwavering support for Wike as he proceeds into his second term.
A happy Wike, waved and exchanged pleasantries with the market women, men and youths, while on a tour of on-going projects.
He visited Mile One Market, Fruit Garden Market and Judges’ Quarters.
The governor was accompanied on the project inspection by former Deputy Governor, Engr Tele Ikuru, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Austin Opara, Rivers State PDP Chairman, Bro Felix Obuah, former Minister of Sports, Dr Tammy Danagogo, former Minister of Transport, Dr Abiye Sekibo, Edo State PDP Chairman, Chief Dan Orbih, House of Representatives member, Hon Ken Chikere, Senator Lee Maeba, Senator Olaka Nwogu, Elder Frank Owhor and Prince Emma Anyanwu.
At the Mile One Market, the construction workers sang the PDP more projects song.
They sang the praises of the governor, and stated that they re-elected him because of his outstanding projects’ delivery.
At the Fruit Garden Market, the market men and women sang popular Wike campaign songs, dancing in celebration of his victory at the polls.
They thanked God for the victory of the PDP at the Governorship and House of Assembly elections.
Similarly, construction workers at the Judges’ Quarters, Eligbam in Obio/Akpor LGA, celebrated Wike, accompanying him all through the inspection.
Speaking after the project inspection, former Rivers State Deputy Governor, Engr Tele Ikuru said that he was impressed by the projects.
Ikuru said: “You see the response of the people, it shows how pleasant what the governor has done means to them. It cannot be otherwise. If you have done well for the people, the people will always stand by you”.
Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt Hon Austin Opara said that the Rivers electorate were solidly behind Wike.
“Rivers electorate are solidly behind the governor. They are behind the PDP. The rating has continued to increase. He has done well and he has delivered. This is a payback period and Rivers people are paying back positively”, Opara said.
Former Minister of Sports, Dr Tammy Danagogo said that the reaction of the people shows that the governor was very popular.
Danagogo said: “It is spontaneous. This is an impromptu and unplanned tour. I can tell you that as a Rivers man; I am very happy and proud. This governor has not only provided markets, he has provided world class facilities. We as Rivers people are proud of him.
“Already, Rivers people have given him the opportunity. You know what happened during the elections. Let God crown our efforts, so, that he can replicate all these projects”.
Addressing journalists after the projects inspection, Wike stated that he would increase the tempo of projects’ delivery during his second term.
He said that he was happy with the reception of the people because it proves that Rivers people appreciate his performance.
“You can see that people are happy. If they are happy, we are happy. We are confident of victory at the end of the day.
“It means that the people appreciate what we are doing. They are happy with the PDP. When INEC declares the results, we are sure of victory.
“We assure the people of more projects during our second term. We shall continue to deliver more projects for the people of Rivers State”, he said.
Meanwhile, the Rivers State Government says it will stand by the victims and families of election violence in Abonnema with a view of giving them succour.
The state Deputy Governor, Dr. Ipalibo Harry Banigo stated this when the Committee on Intervention for Families of Victims of Violence in Abonnema, during the Presidential and National Assembly Elections of February 23, 2019 visited the Amanyanabo of Abonnema, King Disrael Gbobo Bob-Manuel at his palace in Abonnema, last Friday.
According to Banigo, the State Chief Executive, Chief Nyesom Wike set up the committee to interface with the community, identify people that suffered from the attack, reach out to their dependents and let them know that government was concerned about their plight.
“His Excellency wants you to know how much he cares, how much he sympathizes, and how he is ready to support this community to go through this horrible event”, she stressed.
The deputy governor, who expressed regret that many innocent lives were cut short for participating in a normal election process, prayed that such tragic incident would never happen again.
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, yesterday extended interim relief measures to the people of Bille Kingdom as the government intensifies efforts to address the ongoing environmental degradation affecting the area.
This was contained in a statement by the Head of Information and Public Relations Unit, Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Juliana Masi, yesterday.
The governor, during a working visit to Bille Kingdom in Degema Local Government Area, reassured residents of his deep concern for their health and well-being.
He reiterated his administration’s commitment to finding a lasting solution to the persistent gas emissions observed in the community’s land and water sources since November 2025.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dagogo Wokoma, the governor announced immediate interventions to address urgent needs.
Some of the relief measures include the provision of potable water and essential medical services through the release of ?100 million as palliative support for the affected community.
According to the SSG, “Governor Fubara remains deeply committed to the welfare of the people of Bille Kingdom. Although unable to attend in person due to pressing state engagements, he is fully aware of the situation and determined to tackle the root cause of the environmental challenge”.
The governor assured residents that the state government would not relent in its efforts to provide a permanent solution to the gas emissions, emphasizing that the current intervention is only a temporary measure to ease the suffering of the people.
He further urged members of the community to remain law-abiding and continue supporting his administration, noting that he has consistently demonstrated a track record of fulfilling his promises.
Earlier, the Chairman, Council of Chief for Bille Kingdom, Chief Bennet Dokubo, expressed joy over the State visit, describing Fubara as a leader who listens to the plight of the people.
He urged the governor to critically look into the gas emission which he described as dangerous to human health.
“If we take you into the river, we notice that the entire environment is bubbling and smelling.
“We most humbly urge you to critically look into this situation. This is something strange we have never experienced before. It is not good for human health,” the monarch stressed.
The Federal Government has declared tomorrow (Friday) and Monday, April 6, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Easter celebration.
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government through a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani.
The ministe congratulated all Christians in Nigeria and in the diaspora on the joyous occasion of Easter, and urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of selflessness, forgiveness, forbearance and love as exemplified by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ.
He reiterated that the goal of the government remains to make decisions that would bring about national rebirth, economic growth, and shared prosperity.
The Tide reports that good Friday will be marked tomorrow, while the Easter Sunday will be celebrated on Sunday across the world.
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has charged the newly appointed Secretary to the State Government (SSG) and Chief of Staff (CoS) to carry out their duties with discipline, loyalty and a firm commitment to the success of the administration and the wellbeing of the people of Rivers State.
The governor warned that any involvement in unauthorised nocturnal meetings or any conduct capable of embarrassing the government will attract immediate dismissal.
Fubara gave the warning yesterday shortly after the newly appointed Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr Dagogo S.A. Wokoma and the new Chief of Staff (CoS), Barrister Sunny Ewule, were sworn in at the Executive Council Chambers of Government House, Port Harcourt.
As part of the ceremony, the Chief Registrar of the State High Court, David Ihua-Maduenyi administered the Oath of Allegiance and Oath of Office on the duo before the governor gave his charge.
Addressing the appointees, Fubara reminded them that their elevation to the new positions was a call to service and not a platform for political grandstanding or the pursuit of personal ambition.
He stressed that their foremost responsibility should be to themselves and to the people of Rivers State, stressing that their conduct must always reflect integrity, restraint and dedication to public good.
Speaking directly to Dr. Wokoma, whom he described as an accomplished academic and mathematician, the governor expressed confidence in his intellectual depth and capacity to deliver on the new assignment.
The office of the Secretary to the State Government, Fubara stressed, demands thoroughness, discipline and a deep sense of responsibility. He charged the SSG to represent the State with honour at all times.
“Your duty includes representing the state government. You need to represent us in a way and manner that will bring honour to us.
“What is important to this administration is to see that the good works that we started and the ones that we met, are concluded in a way that will bring progress and development to our dear state,” he stated.
Turning to the new Chief of Staff, the governor explained that he is expected to ensure smooth administrative coordination, managing official engagements effectively and safeguarding the image of the Government House.
He underscored the sensitive and personal nature of the role and emphasised that the position operates strictly under the authority of the governor.
Fubara stressed that the role does not permit independent political engagements or private strategy meetings without his knowledge and consent.
“Let me sound it here very clearly. Your duty is to make sure that you handle the administrative duties and image making roles perfectly well, liaising with whoever is coming for any official assignment here.
“If you involve yourself in nocturnal meetings and all those things, I will sack you. I’m very serious. What is important to me today is peace, progress and prosperity of this state. I’m not going to compromise anything for it,” he said.
The governor cautioned that involvement of the new appointees in any action capable of bringing the government or his office to disrepute would attract appropriate sanctions.
While congratulating the new appointees, Fubara expressed optimism that they would justify the confidence reposed in them.
He called on all public officials to work together in unity, observing that collective success is stronger and more enduring than individual achievement.
The governor who also addressed the Permanent Secretaries present at the ceremony, directed those of them who have reached retirement age to start preparing their handover notes without delay.
The notice, he said, was not intended to scare anybody but to prepare their minds towards the inevitability of exiting the service one day and to pave way for an orderly transition.
He warned against any attempt to engage in financial misconduct or last-minute irregularities, stressing that he was closely monitoring the system to ensure strict enforcement of accountability rules.