•Preaches Reconciliation, Peace, Unity at Easter
Emmanuel Nlewedum, Port Harcourt
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, despite his suspension has appealed to Rivers people not to withdraw their support for President Bola Tinubu, and align with his Renewed Hope Agenda in search of a better tomorrow.
Governor Fubara made the appeal in the Easter message dated Sunday, 20th April, 2025, which despite being suspended by President Bola Tinubu.
Fubara was suspended on March 18, 2025 alongside his deputy Prof Ngozi Odu, as well as members of the state house of assembly over some security breaches that occurred in the state by president Bola Tinubu, who later appointed retired Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas as the Sole administrator to govern the state for an initial six months.
The suspended Rivers Governor who reaffirmed his commitment to engendering peace, unity and good governance across the state, also
his unwavering commitment to delivering good governance to the resilient and dignified people of the State.
He emphasised that the Easter celebration is that of reconciliation and unity, as well as comforting the afflicted, feeding the hungry, and healing the brokenhearted.
The statement personal personally signed by the governor himself on people of Rivers State, as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, this Easter, I bring you warm greetings and heartfelt felicitations.
“Easter is a sacred season of reconciliation and unity. It is a time when the peace of Christ dwells richly in our hearts, restoring relationships, comforting the afflicted, feeding the hungry, and healing the brokenhearted.
“It is a time to reaffirm our shared belief that peace shall overcome war, and that even shattered dreams can find new life in the light of the resurrection.
“This season renews our confidence that nothing, neither hardship, nor adversity, nor even death, can separate us from the love of God in Christ. In Him, we remain victorious.
“I reiterate my unwavering commitment to delivering good governance to the resilient and dignified people of Rivers State.
“Therefore, I call on the good people of Rivers State to continue to support and align with the Renewed Hope Agenda of our dear President, His Excellency, Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, while looking forward to a better tomorrow.”
The governor however urged Rivers people not to lose sight of their collective strength, adding that the desired transportation in the state can only be attained when the people are united.
“Let us not lose sight of our collective strength. The transformation we all desire is achievable when we act together as one people under God, committed to peace, unity, and progress.
“May the Risen Christ bless every home in Rivers State and beyond with peace, love, good health, and renewed strength as we continue our journey.”
