Governor Fubara Stands Firm Amidst Political Tensions
Rivers State Governor Siminialayi Fubara has declared that he is not afraid of the ongoing political crisis in the state, stating that the worst that could happen is his removal from office.
Speaking at the inauguration of residential quarters for Government House staff in Port Harcourt, the governor addressed the state’s turbulent political climate.
He emphasized that each time his administration tries to bring stability, new obstacles emerge.
“No matter how we have been deceived in this state, the people have now decided to take their destinies into their own hands.
I do not support violence, but when the time comes for us to make a decision, I will lead that decision,” Fubara asserted.
Governor Cites Faith Amidst Political Struggles
Before his speech, Governor Fubara quoted Philippians 3:18-19, emphasizing faith and resilience in times of crisis.
“For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ, whose end is destruction, whose God is their belly, and whose glory is in their shame, who mind earthly things. Despite everything, victory is sure.”
Rivers Assembly Issues 48-Hour Budget Deadline
Meanwhile, the Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers State House of Assembly has given Governor Fubara 48 hours to re-present the 2025 budget before the House.
Although the governor had earlier signed the N1.1 trillion budget into law on January 2, 2025, after presenting it to the Victor Oko-Jumbo-led Assembly, a Supreme Court ruling last Friday recognized Amaewhule and 26 other lawmakers as the legitimate members of the House.
The Assembly warned that failure to present the budget within the stipulated time could lead to further financial crises in the state.
Local Government Leadership Shifts Hands
In compliance with Governor Fubara’s recent directive, the Chairman of Port Harcourt City Local Government Area, Ezebunwo Ichemati, officially handed over power to the Head of Local Government Administration (HLGA), Comrade Clifford Paul.
Ichemati expressed gratitude to the governor and the people of Port Harcourt for their support, saying:
“Though our stay was short, it was filled with beautiful moments. We touched lives and brought fresh air to local government administration.”
Political Tension in Rivers Continues
The political crisis in Rivers State has been ongoing for over two years, largely fueled by the rift between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike.
The division has resulted in a split within the State House of Assembly, leading to conflicting legislative actions.
As tensions rise, all eyes are on the governor and the Assembly to see how the situation unfolds.
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