Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Sunday paid a visit to his hometown, Opobo, where he joined worshippers at St. Paul’s Cathedral, marking his first homecoming since resuming duties at the Government House in Port Harcourt.
The visit came just two days after the six-month state of emergency was lifted, allowing Fubara to formally return to office.
In a statewide broadcast on Friday, the governor commended President Bola Tinubu for facilitating peace talks among major stakeholders, including FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and members of the state assembly.
“The political crisis is behind us. Peace and stability have returned to Rivers State,” Fubara said, pledging to focus on governance, reconciliation, and rebuilding trust.
He promised to accelerate work on infrastructure, education, and healthcare projects, stimulate the state’s economy, and deepen collaboration with the House of Assembly.
Fubara also called on Rivers people to bury past grievances and work together to build “a stronger, more peaceful, and prosperous state.”
The governor expressed appreciation to Tinubu, the National Assembly, political and religious leaders, and citizens for their patience during months of political turbulence.
