The elders of our dear state, traditional rulers, opinion leaders, great youths, gentlemen of the press, distinguished ladies and gentlemen.
1. We, members of the SIM Media Volunteers are indeed gladdened by the news of our Leader and Governor of Rivers state, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, rolling out drums to celebrate his one year in office beginning with the commissioning of projects on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. In fact, the exercise elates Rivers people because, despite the barrage of attacks and antics of detractors to distract His Excellency from delivering dividends of democracy to Rivers people, he has stunned them and set unprecedented records in the areas of infrastructure, social welfare and economic development.
2. Having evaluated the people-oriented leadership style of the Governor, which is centered on Rivers first and the growth and development of our dear state, we the youths of Rivers State hereby pass absolute vote of confidence on His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS.
3. We also commend his peaceful disposition and commitment to the security of lives and property in our dear state and ask him to continue on this path of development to register our state amongst the comity of frontline states in Nigeria that is most secured and peaceful for investment.
4. Aware of this positive development, we as the youths of the state congratulate His Excellency and his formidable team as his commitment to the advancement of our state has fundamentally opened up the space and the state as investment destination. This is clearly justified by the forthcoming Rivers State Economic and Investment Summit slated as part of the one year anniversary of His Excellency. It is obvious that detractors may not acknowledge this bold step that has eluded the state in the past, but with cutting edge leadership imbued in fortified strategic procedures, our state is about to witness another season of economic prosperity. And we thank His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS.
5. It is on this note that we want to address the sore losers of the inglorious October 30, 2023 impeachment plot against the governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Sir Siminalayi Fubara GSSRS to stop their callous, mischievous and barefaced sabotage and evil against the Governor and his Government.
6. We urge them to desist from every act of thuggery, banditry and violence as well as subtle connivance with the police to harass, intimidate, arrest and incarcerate followers and supporters of Governor Fubara.
7. We call on the Inspector General of Police to rein in his men and exercise restrain by stopping the unnecessary attack or wanton arrest on any of the Governor’s supporters, as further harassment could lead to anarchy and breakdown of law and order that may not do our state any good.
8. We further applaud the sterling leadership in the governance of Rivers State by the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS. Particularly commending his tireless efforts in improving the state’s Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) from N12 billion to an unprecedented N27 billion within a year of his administration; a feat that singles him out amongst his contemporaries in addition to other salient developmental successes in human capital development, quality Infrastructure delivery, provision of functional healthcare system, revamping of the educational sector, job creation, security and welfare of citizens etc. These remarkable achievements reflect Governor Fubara’s acumen and steadfast dedication to prudent fiscal management of resources, ensuring equitable and sustainable development of the state.
9. We further seize this opportunity to commend the President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his painstaking efforts at actualising the renewed hope agenda for the nation.
10. As the father of our dear country, we call on Mr President to use his exalted office to caution the FCT Minister, Chief Nyesom Wike and his co-travellers who have declared total war on Rivers State, as seen by their daily actions against Rivers people and victimization of innocent citizens of Rivers State, both at home and beyond.
11. We equally call on the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to investigate these allegations with despatch and ensure that the police conducts its duties professionally and with utmost neutrality. While we acknowledge that the police play crucial role in maintaining law and order, it is pertinent to note that they demonstrate this by instilling fairness and in strict adherence to the provisions of the constitution.
12. We appreciate the overwhelming support of Rivers people and indeed Nigerians to our dear governor, His Excellency Sir Siminalayi Fubara even in the face of challenges, and standing firm in defense of our nascent democracy in Rivers State.
13. We, the Youths of the State, under the aegis of SIM Media Volunteers do hereby emphasize the need for peace, justice and development in Rivers State. We implore all relevant stakeholders such as the citizens, political leaders, traditional institutions and law enforcement agencies, to ensure that the rights and freedom of the people are upheld and protected at all times.
14. To this end, we would like to acknowledge and applaud the great youths of Rivers State for being peaceful and law abiding even in the face of provocation.
15. In addition, we congratulate Rt. Hon. Victor Oko-Jumbo, Hon. Hon Adolphus T Orubienimigha and Hon. Sokari Goodboy for emerging Speaker, deputy speaker and Leader of the Rivers State House of Assembly respectively. This is a welcome development in the journey to liberate Rivers State from the bondage of one emperor. Indeed, true redemption has began in Rivers State and we shall stand firm as youths of our dear state to support the new leadership of the House and the indefatigable governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS.
God bless our Governor…
God bless Rivers State and
God bless Nigeria.
Peoplesmind
