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Governor Fubara to make his first official statement after emergency rule
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Humbled by massive crowd at Port Harcourt airport
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Promises to recognise stakeholders who restored peace
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, will address the people of Rivers today at 6 p.m., marking his first official broadcast since returning to office after the lifting of the six-month emergency rule.
The Governor announced the planned address on Friday after arriving at the Government House in Port Harcourt, where he was received by jubilant supporters.
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In his remarks, Fubara described the warm welcome as a powerful show of solidarity.
“I am humbled by what I saw at the airport. I was also briefed about what happened here yesterday. That reception really humbled me. It shows love, confidence, and solidarity. It is not just a celebration,” he said.
The Governor assured residents that his administration would continue to earn their trust through responsive governance.
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“The massive reception by the number of people who came out to celebrate is a reaffirmation of the bond between this government and the people that we are serving. I want to assure you that we will continue to do those things that have made you people love us. I want to appreciate everyone and to say that we love you,” Fubara declared.
He further noted that the state broadcast would serve as an occasion to formally acknowledge individuals and institutions who played critical roles in restoring stability to Rivers.
“We are going to address the state officially by 6 p.m., and in that broadcast, every authority that gave support to this normalcy will be properly recognised,” he stated.
