Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of his administration to peace, unity, security, and inclusive development as Rivers State marks its 59th anniversary.
Key Highlights:
- Siminalayi Fubara reaffirmed his commitment to peace, unity, security, and inclusive development as Rivers State marked its 59th anniversary.
- He praised the resilience and unity of the state’s ethnic groups, describing them as key to stability and progress.
- Fubara said Rivers remains a major contributor to Nigeria’s economy through oil, gas, and the achievements of its people.
- The governor pledged people-centered governance, equal development across all local governments, and protection of lives and property.
- He urged residents, especially youths, to promote peaceful coexistence, hard work, innovation, and collective progress.
In a goodwill message issued on Wednesday to commemorate the anniversary, Gov. Fubara stated that despite the challenges faced over the years, the people of Rivers State have continued to demonstrate resilience, strength, and an enduring spirit of unity that has sustained the state since its creation.
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The governor noted that the strong bond of brotherhood among the various ethnic nationalities of the state, including the Ijaw, Ikwerre, Ogoni, Etche, Ekpeye, Andoni, Kalabari, and others, remains one of Rivers State’s greatest strengths and a critical foundation for peace, stability, and progress.
He further observed that Rivers State has remained a major driver of Nigeria’s economy for decades, not only because of its abundant oil and gas resources, but also because of the exceptional contributions of its people across diverse sectors including academia, jurisprudence, business, entertainment, public service, and sports.
Gov. Fubara assured the people that his administration will continue to prioritize policies and programmes that promote peace, protect lives and property, and expand development across all parts of the state.
He emphasized that governance must be people centered and impactful, with equal attention given to every local government area of the state.
The governor also paid tribute to the elders and founding leaders of the state for preserving the spirit of unity and coexistence over the years, while urging the youths to remain hopeful, responsible, and actively committed to building a greater Rivers State through innovation, hard work, and patriotism.
He equally acknowledged the invaluable role of women in strengthening families, communities, and society, describing them as indispensable partners in the continued growth and stability of the state.
Gov. Fubara called on all Rivers people to use the occasion of the anniversary as a moment of reflection and renewed commitment to peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, dialogue, and collective progress, stressing that the unity and future of Rivers State must always rise above personal interests and political differences.
Rivers State was created on May 27, 1967, when the administration of General Yakubu Gowon (rtd.) created 12 states out of the former four regions of Nigeria, with Rivers State carved out of the defunct Eastern Region.
