I have successfully defended my right to govern Rivers, I’m now in full control – Fubara

• Fubara, who for months on end has been at daggers drawn with his predecessor over the political control of the State, said he is now in full control of his government

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, says he has successfully weathered the political storm that wanted to sink his administration.

Fubara, who for months on end has been at daggers drawn with his predecessor over the political control of the State, said he is now in full control of his government and ready to work for its progress, deliver the dividends of democracy to the people of the state without compromise.

He disclosed that despite the vicious, relentlessly and existential political war that was waged against his administration, barely three months after take-off on May 29, 2023, he said his government has served the people diligently and recorded significant success.

Fubara spoke while presenting an account of stewardship and scorecard to mark the first anniversary of his administration in Port Harcourt, the state capital, on Wednesday.

The governor said, “We started this journey with a bang. We were focused. We were determined to make the change we promised with a sense of urgency.

“But then, somehow, we suddenly found ourselves in the cesspit of crisis barely three months into our tenure. It was not just an ordinary political crisis. It was a vicious existential crisis.

“But thank goodness, the worst is over. We have successfully defended our rights and opportunity to govern our state and advance its progress in freedom, and we will continue to prevail.”

Fubara stated that since then, a lot has changed in the political landscape, adding that he remains committed to the covenant taken a year ago to put Rivers State first, defend her interest, and ensure that the people get the dividends of democracy and good governance.

He revealed that his administration inherited 34 uncompleted projects, valued at over N225. 279bn spread across 13 local government areas of the state.

Fubara also disclosed that under his watch, the state government awarded nine new road projects, valued at N534.332bn.