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14/07/2025

Ibom International Hospital: Akwa Ibom’s Bold Leap into Global Healthcare

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Backed by expert insight and political will, the Umo Eno-led administration unveils a world-class medical facility to redefine healthcare delivery and position the state as a hub for medical tourism
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- by Ubon Marcus

The Government of Akwa Ibom State, under the leadership of Pastor Umo Eno, has set plans in motion for the establishment of an international medical facility in the state, which will be known as Ibom International Hospital.

Already, a location—along the Ibom medical corridor—has been chosen, a blueprint drafted, and a Harvard-trained health systems specialist with expertise spanning over a decade, Dr. Teinye Isokariari, has been engaged to add value to the proposed project.

In addition, the government has gone a step further to create a buy-in for the international hospital project and other healthcare-related initiatives of the Umo Eno administration. This they did through the ARISE Health Sector Townhall Meeting, held on Saturday, July 12, 2025; an assemblage of medical stakeholders and policy makers, the press, civil societies, and critical stakeholders in the state's health sector, organised by the State Government through the Ministry of Health to provide updates on ongoing health sector reforms and explore avenues of collaboration with respective stakeholders.

Through this landmark hospital project, Akwa Ibom is set to make a bold leap in healthcare delivery. The project, conceptualised to be a world-class, eight-storey medical facility, will, according to the consultant, be a high-tech medical complex complete with cutting-edge features such as robotic surgical theatres, state-of-the-art diagnostic centres, and a helipad for emergency airlifts.

While explaining that the hospital is being developed to meet international standards, Dr. Isokariari stated that it is aimed at attracting both local and international patients—a move expected to position Akwa Ibom as a premier destination for medical tourism in Nigeria and beyond.

With completion slated for 18 months from commencement of construction work, the Ibom International Hospital Project will also include a strategic recruitment and training program for specialist medical personnel, to commence six months before the hospital becomes operational. The government intends that the facility hit the ground running with a team of skilled professionals ready to deliver top-tier healthcare services.

The foregoing notwithstanding, some members of the public, expectedly, have questioned the rationale behind the establishment of another world-class hospital when the Ibom Multi Specialty Hospital is already in existence.

The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Ekem Emmanuel John, in his remarks at the ARISE Health Sector Townhall Meeting, addressed their concerns.

He explained that upon assumption of office as Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, worried by the shortcomings of the Ibom Multi Specialist Hospital over time, constituted a Technical Working Committee headed by the then Commissioner for Health, Prof. Augustine Vincent Umoh, and comprising health professionals, including himself, to evaluate the state of affairs in that hospital and make recommendations for improvement.

"We did our evaluation, and we found out that there was so much work left undone in that hospital that needed to be done," the Health Commissioner elucidated.

He stated that the committee went a step further to engage the services of professionals from other parts of the country to also assess the situation on the ground and offer professional advice to enable the state to revamp the hospital to optimal functionality as intended.

"The cost was assessed, and we were scared as a committee that it was humongous, but when we presented it to the Governor, he wasn't deterred."

Encouraged by the Governor’s assurance, it became necessary for the committee to contact the original builders of the hospital, and they came from Europe to further ascertain the situation of things on the ground here.

"They came around, and the Governor commissioned a European team from Germany and Turkey to do an audit, and when they did an audit, the findings were damning," says the health commissioner.

"It turned out that the cost of fixing that hospital will be more than the cost of building a new one."

Further investigation, according to Dr. Ekem John, revealed other limitations that made the Ibom Multi Specialty Hospital fall short of the quaternary/international hospital standard it ought to have been, thereby making the facility unable to secure JCI accreditation (i.e., Joint Commission International accreditation for healthcare organisations).

Faced with these realities, the state government, in the words of the Health Commissioner, "took a wise decision to establish the Ibom International Hospital, which will conform to true international standards and serve the purposes mentioned earlier."

"Ibom Multi Specialty Hospital is not abandoned. It is a different project from Ibom International Hospital, and so, both of them will coexist along the medical corridor to achieve the aim of the government to reverse outbound tourism and drive in inbound medical tourism."

"Ibom Multi Specialty Hospital will continue to exist to serve specific purposes," Ekem John assures.

The decision to establish the Ibom International Hospital reflects a bold and strategic shift in Akwa Ibom State’s healthcare agenda—one rooted in pragmatism, foresight, and a clear commitment to global best practices.

While the Ibom Multi Specialty Hospital will continue to function with targeted improvements, the new facility is envisioned to fill critical gaps in advanced healthcare delivery, attract international patients, and reposition the state as a hub for medical tourism.

With strong political will, expert guidance, and stakeholder engagement already in motion, the Ibom International Hospital stands not just as a project, but as a promise—a promise of world-class care, economic growth, and a healthier future for all.

Thank you for reading.

04/07/2025

‼️BREAKING ‼️

*Gov Eno Increases State Allowance for Corps Members from N5,000 to ₦20,000 Monthly*

🎈Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has approved an increase in the monthly state allowance for NYSC members serving in the state from N5,000 to ₦20,000 with effect from August 1st, 2025.

🎈The Governor made this announcement during Day Two of the State Delivery Meeting, held today, Friday, July 4, 2025, at the Banquet Hall of Government House, Uyo.

🎈He explained that the increment is to support the Federal Government’s ₦77,000 monthly allowance, helping corps members meet their basic needs.
“Over 10,000 corps members are posted to Akwa Ibom annually. We must continue to encourage and support them,” the Governor said .

🎈This development follows his recent approval for the reconstruction of the NYSC Orientation Camp at Ikot Itie Idung in Nsit Atai, as part of ongoing efforts to improve the welfare of corps members in the state.

🎈Established in 1973, the National Youth Service Corps is a one-year compulsory service scheme for Nigerian graduates below the age of 30. It was created to foster national integration, unity, and development by deploying young graduates to states outside their region of origin for community service, education, and nation-building efforts.

🎈Akwa Ibom State has remained one of the most welcoming and safest destinations for NYSC members, with corps members actively contributing to sectors such as education, healthcare, agriculture, and rural development.

🎈With this latest move, Governor Eno continues to demonstrate a leadership style anchored on compassion, inclusiveness, and strategic support for the next generation.

@ Ministry of Information , Uyo, 2025.

18/06/2025

LEAVING THE PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC PARTY: THE CHOICE BEFORE THE AKWA IBOM PEOPLE (A MATTER OF COMMON SENSE)

By Assam E. Assam, SAN

In the evolving political landscape of Akwa Ibom State, recent developments have reignited debates about party loyalty, political identity, and the future of governance in the region. For decades, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has held sway, not only as the ruling party but as a political institution deeply woven into the fabric of the state’s history and leadership structure. To some, PDP is more than a party, it is an article of faith, a symbol of continuity, and a guarantor of stability. As such, any perceived departure from its fold is viewed by loyalists as political heresy or outright betrayal.

However, the narrative is beginning to shift. His Excellency Governor Umo Eno is leading an unprecedented number of political actors and stakeholders to declare allegiance to the All Progressives Congress (APC), challenging the longstanding dominance of the PDP. While the media space is flooded with emotionally charged rhetoric, ranging from warnings of doom to accusations of disloyalty, even by people who have no interest in the affairs of the State, it is crucial to locate the perspective of the relationship between the Party (PDP) and the State in substance rather than sentiment.

In Akwa Ibom, PDP’s uninterrupted control since the return to democracy in 1999 has created a perception of invincibility. Generations of leaders, appointments, and political legacies have been built within its fold. This long history has contributed to the party’s identity becoming interwoven with the political psyche of the people. As a result, for many, political relevance and legitimacy seem to stem almost exclusively from PDP affiliation—anybody who has held a political appointment or won an election has done so under the PDP. There lies the perception.

The emotional reaction to defections, therefore, seeks to becloud the substance of this collective decision. It is not just politics—it is about identity, belonging, and a collective history. The use of words like “betrayal” reflects a deeply personal connection to the party, a feeling that those of us who leave are turning their backs not just on a party, but on a shared legacy.

Whatever our views, it is moot that democracy must remain dynamic, and political realignments are part of its natural progression. Governor Umo Bassey Eno cited his fundamental right to associate. He clearly stated that his defection to APC was not self-serving but was driven by the need to connect with the Government at the centre in view, particularly, of frustration with internal party dynamics of the PDP’s lack of transparency, and resistance to reform.

The fixation on loyalty to PDP as a measure of political value risks overlooking the real questions: Is the party supportive of the people delivering on their mandates? Are they accountable? Are they serving the interests of the people of Akwa Ibom State?

Akwa Ibom’s political evolution need not be seen as a threat. Instead, it should be embraced as evidence of a maturing democracy. Change is rarely comfortable, especially in environments where tradition has long defined political behavior. But the true test of a democracy is not in how tightly parties hold onto power, but in how well they adapt to changing realities, accommodate dissent, and prioritize the will of the people. I make bold to say that, from my own perspective, the Peoples Democratic Party has always given Akwa Ibom the short end of the stick. Governor Umo Eno has been bold about ending the charade.

Six months before he formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, Governor Umo Eno used all his public speeches to show his discontent with the leadership style of the Party. He regularly questioned the rationale of leaving the resolution of the internal problems of the party to attack and insult President Tinubu while the party clearly abandoned its role as the leading opposition party. His discontent was palpable. Even the blind saw it. He was completely ignored. For those of us in the state, we wondered why the NEC or NWC of the PDP could not invite our Governor for a discussion on why he would decide to dump the PDP midway into his four-year term. They learnt no lesson from the parable of the missing sheep. It was for this same attitude and reason that we lost the Presidential elections of 2015 and 2023 and allowed Governor Amaechi and Governor Wike to lead people who would have supported us to victory, out of the party. They could not be bothered, and this has been the trademark of the Party.

From May 1999, President Olusegun Obasanjo took office under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party, the PDP. For eight long years, he held the reins of power. But for the people of Akwa Ibom State, those years were marked not by progress, but by painful neglect. Despite being a state that voted overwhelmingly for the PDP, Akwa Ibom was treated as an afterthought—a political orphan in a house it helped build. Our only reward for loyalty? Hostility. Instead of partnership, what Governor Obong Victor Attah met in A*o Rock was resistance.

Rather than support, he was given silence. And when he dared to speak—when he banged the table to demand fairness for his people—the response from the President was chilling: he had to be caged. Caged for wanting what was right. For asking for the rights of his people. For requesting approvals for an airport, not for himself, but for the state. Obasanjo, both President and PDP National Leader, denied those approvals. He denied our people their fair share of the oil wealth drawn from their land. Not one kilometer of federal road. Not one federal project. Not one gesture of gratitude for our votes, loyalty and support.

Yet through it all, Governor Victor Attah persevered. He borrowed when he had to, just to keep the lights on and salaries paid. He found a way, where there was none. And against all odds, that same airport Obasanjo refused to approve now stands proudly, bearing Governor Attah’s name—a monument to resilience, not federal support. Officially commissioned by Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, former President, Commander-in-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

And what did the PDP do to help Akwa Ibom in all this? Nothing. Not a word. Not a hand of support. Not even the pretense of concern.

But perhaps the most shocking part of this narrative is what came next.

In 2007, after eight years of marginalization, the people of Akwa Ibom State still voted overwhelmingly for the PDP. We gave the party a second chance. Another opportunity to prove that loyalty means something. What did we get in return? More of the same.

Another PDP Government returned to power in 2007. It came with fresh hopes, renewed expectations. But before President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua could fully chart a course, fate struck. He passed on—leaving behind dreams half-drawn, a vision unfulfilled.

The mantle of leadership fell to Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, a brother from the oil-rich, long-neglected minority South. For many in Akwa Ibom State, it felt like a homecoming. Perhaps, finally, we would be seen. Perhaps, finally, justice would flow from the center to our corner of the nation.

But six years came and went. And what did we receive from that brother in A*o Rock? Nothing. No roads. No refineries. No projects. No recognition. No redemption for all the years of our loyalty.

Then came February 2015—barely two weeks to the general election.

President Jonathan stood on the podium of the brand-new Godswill Akpabio International Stadium—a magnificent edifice built not by the federal government, but by the sweat and vision of our own.

Before the people of Akwa Ibom, the President spoke words that stunned. He apologized. He acknowledged in public that he had done nothing for our state. And then, in the next breath, he pleaded. He reminded us that we were brothers. He appealed to us to stand by him. And we did.

Again, Akwa Ibom voted overwhelmingly for the Peoples Democratic Party. Again, we stood firm while others walked away. But that plea—that final cry for support—fell on deaf ears elsewhere. Dr. Jonathan lost. And with that loss, so too ended yet another chapter of abandonment.

Let’s count it clearly:
• Eight years of President Obasanjo — zero federal projects in Akwa Ibom.
• Nearly seven years of President Jonathan — only regrets.
• Total: Sixteen years of PDP rule at the center, and Akwa Ibom had nothing to show for its steadfast loyalty. Nothing but a nickname: The Heartbeat of the Party.

They laughed as they said it. Because to them, we were not partners—we were pawns.

We bore the neglect with equanimity. We waited. We hoped. But other states watched us and mocked: look at the people who swear by the PDP, who clap when they’re ignored, who cheer when they’re left behind.

And then in 2015—came a turning point. President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress won the election. We did not vote for him. We did not campaign for him. Yet—he gave.
• Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi
• Three sons of Akwa Ibom appointed to critical federal ministerial positions
• Dignity, not pity—recognition, not apologies

Under President Tinubu, that commitment continues. Not only has he stood with our Senator, Godswill Akpabio, to support his emergence as Senate President—the third highest office in the land—he has also fostered a quality, respectful relationship with our state and cited the second Police Academy for the training of officer cadets in Akwa Ibom State and paid all our outstanding Ecological Funds, withheld from Obasanjo’s time. He has the Calabar–Lagos Highway running through our state—the single most expensive project south of the Niger since this democratic dispensation.

He has offered something we’ve never had from the PDP: a seat at the table. A voice in the room. A stake in the future.

So, we must now ask ourselves a question—not with emotion, but with clarity: which party should we support? Is it the one that made promises but delivered nothing for 16 years? The one that took our votes and returned silence? Or is it the one that, without our votes, still honored us with projects, appointments, and presence?

This is no longer a partisan debate. This is common sense. It is clear now. The PDP does not want Akwa Ibom State as a partner in its political structure. They want subjects, not stakeholders. Slaves, not equals. But let this be known—we are not slaves. We are a proud people. Industrious. Resilient. Dignified. And we will no longer accept crumbs from the table we helped build.

We demand justice. We demand respect. We demand leadership that sees Akwa Ibom not as a pawn, but as a partner. This is not just a story of Governor Umo Eno’s struggle. It is the story of a state that has been loyal, but unloved. Committed, but cast aside. Hopeful, but heartbroken.

The State—elders, men, women, youths, students, even children—have given Governor Umo Eno their commitment to go with him and to support him. He has not just left the party, he has led the state out of the Peoples Democratic Party. This is survival. This is strategic politics. This is maturity. Akwa Ibom has paid its dues. And this time—we will not be silent.

If a house you built refuses you entry, and the one you didn’t build opens the door and gives you a seat—which house should be called home?

It is noteworthy that all we have accomplished as a state has been due to the power of conviction and the vision of our sons who have led the state: Obong (Arc) Victor Attah, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, Deacon Udom Gabriel Emmanuel, CON. Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, Ph.D is taking the state to another level with the ARISE Agenda.

Now is the time to collect—with our heads high, not hands out. Now is the time to align with a party that sees our potential, not just our numbers. Now is the time to move with wisdom, not habit. And so we ask, calmly, boldly, and with conviction: is moving to the APC not a common-sense issue?

The answer is clear. The moment is now. This is not a shift. It is a return to reason, to self-respect, and to the politics of progress. Governor Umo Eno deserves our complete and inalienable support.

Chief Assam E. Assam, SAN
Eket, Akwa Ibom State

15/06/2025

BOOM!

People should learn to remove blocks from their own eyes before they see dirt in another man's eye!

All Those who supported Kenneth Okonkwo for insulting our Governor;

Behold the snake you celebrated.

Don't be quick in Celebrating Outsiders Against your people.

Take Note!

11/06/2025

ENGR. ANIETIE IKOTT INVENTS WEATHER CONTROL DEVICE
..says cleb M543 is effective worldwide for flood prevention, control

An Akwa-Ibom born engineer who is known for using technology in forecasting and controlling weather in Nigeria, Engr (Dr) Anietie Ikott has again broken the glass ceiling with his latest invention on a weather control device called cleb M543.

Engr. Ikott made this known when he briefed journalists recently in Uyo to mark the 21-day commencement ceremony for testing of CLEB M-543 weather control device.

The former Exxon Mobil staff who is an advanced technology researcher and expert explained that, the cessation of rain for the month of may and June in some parts of Akwa Ibom State was largely due to CLEB M-543 weather control, an advance technological equipment for controlling weather.

Speaking on the devastating effects of climate change on humanity. Ikott detailed that tons of toxic fume and gases are released into the atmosphere daily, causing increased evaporation, excessive rainfall, and floods.

According to him, if nothing is done about the continued radioactive and other waste dumped in the earth to help eliminate the toxic chemical and replenish the depleted ozone layer as well as harmonize the temperature in our atmosphere, the present earth population according to him will be reduced to below eight percent in less than fifty years from now by the numerous catastrophes that will occur on different part of the earth.

In his speech, "We are seriously in danger, and anybody can be a victim. Thank God there is a solution. Nigeria is indeed a blessed nation to be the nation of origin of cleb M543 weather control technology. From here, other nations of the world would be saved as they make use of this technology." He said.

Speaking further, on the importance and function of cleb M543, engineer Ikott said that he has travelled to over 120 countries of the world doing research and added that the device can control and prevent excessive rainfall and floods, excessive snow falls, ice storms, tornado, hurricane and earthquake.

"Since the invention of cleb M543 in 2018, having spent years doing research, I can say for free that we can 100% put weather under control with our device. I can stay in Uyo and control the weather in Ikot Abasi, Mkpat Enin, and other places once we are contacted." He added.

Ikott, who said he left Exxon Mobil 12 years before his retirement, highlighted that the Creative Live Energy Booster (CLEB), does not emit nor transmit anything into the atmosphere rather it's 100% environmental friendly device that is designed to subtle Energy of nature, which according to him if properly used can effectively control rainfall and minimise it to at most thirty minutes in three or four times a week hence preventing floods.

He urged Nigerians to verify the authenticity of his equipment by calling their friends and relatives in other parts of the state to confirm if they experienced heavy downpour during the period of the experiment which is expected to last from 1st to 21st of June, 2025, while calling on government at all levels to use technology in weather control as it would boost agricultural development in the country.

30/05/2025

NEWS UPDATE: The Idongesit Nkanga Educational Foundation leads the movement for mindset reorientation in Nsit Ibom

In a bold and impactful move to inspire academic excellence and emotional resilience among young learners, the Idongesit Nkanga Educational Foundation, in collaboration with Lady Famous Nest, organised a transformative outreach programme titled "Mind Over Matters" at Government Secondary Commercial School, Ikot Nya.

The initiative, which directly engaged five secondary schools in the Nsit Ibom Local Government Area, brought together a team of thought leaders, educators, and community influencers who underscored the importance of mental strength, purpose-driven living, and character development.

The event was hosted on Monday May 26, 2025 by the chairman of INEF, Her Excellency, Her Excellency, Deaconess Funmi Idongesit-Nkanga, the wife of the former governor of Akwa Ibom State, whose opening remarks established the tone for a day filled with inspiration and mentorship.

Mrs Bessie King, popularly known as LadyFamous Nest, the founder of the Mind Over Matters (MOM) initiative, delivered the keynote address. She urged the students to believe in their potential, irrespective of their background, reminding them that “your mindset can either be your breakthrough or your barrier.”

Also present was Professor Ubong Essien Umoh, the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Akwa Ibom State, who served as the Chairman of the Occasion. In his remarks, he encouraged the students to embrace discipline and diligence, calling education the “True Leveller in Society.”

Other notable guests and speakers included the Honourable Mrs Kenim Onofiok, the chair of the House Committee on Education and member representing the Oron/Udung Uko State constituency, Nsit Ibom State House Member represented by the wife, Mrs Nsikakabasi Eric, former Special Adviser to the Governor, Hon. Elder Amanam Nkanga, Lady Mae Edmound, convener of Uyo Fashion Week UFW, and the vice Chairman of Nsit Ibom, as well as Mr Daniel Peter and Dr Godwin Eniekpe, who reinforced messages centred around vision, self-leadership, and goal-setting.

The session, which began promptly at 11 a.m., featured interactive moments, open dialogues with students, and the distribution of educational materials. Teachers and principals in attendance commended the organisers for their dedication to youth empowerment and social reorientation.

The Idongesit Nkanga Educational Foundation Impact So Far:

Since its inception, the Idongesit Nkanga Educational Foundation has served as a beacon of hope and transformation in Akwa Ibom State. With a strong emphasis on education, youth development, and community service, the foundation has

• Awarded scholarships to dozens of indigent students across various LGAs
• Organised career guidance programs in rural schools
• Equipped learning spaces with books
• Facilitated leadership and life skills training for over 1,000 young people
• Partnered with indigenous organisations to extend opportunities in education and mentorship.

By championing initiatives such as "Mind Over Matters," the Foundation continues to honour the legacy of Air Commodore Idongesit Nkanga (Rtd) through purpose-driven interventions that shape minds and uplift communities.

As the journey continues, one thing remains clear: the future is brighter when we invest in the minds of the next generation.

30/05/2025

Classrooms Collapse During WAEC Exam In Taraba State

In what could have been a devastating tragedy, dozens of students, teachers, and NYSC Corps members narrowly escaped death after several classrooms collapsed during the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) in Taraba State.

The incident occurred at approximately 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Government Secondary School, Namne, located in Gassol Local Government Area. A heavy downpour accompanied by a violent windstorm triggered the sudden collapse of classroom structures while examinations were still underway.

Eyewitnesses reported that students and invigilators were trapped under the debris for hours before being rescued by local residents. The rescue effort was described as frantic but successful, with no recorded fatalities despite the terrifying ordeal.

Victims Rushed to Health Centre

Local resident Alhaji DanAzumi Lauris, who spoke with Daily Trust, revealed that the collapse affected the second batch of students writing their exams, as the first group had already completed theirs and exited the premises. He further disclosed that injured individuals were transported to a nearby Primary Healthcare Centre, where they are currently receiving medical attention.

Wider Damage Caused by Windstorm

In addition to the school’s destruction, the violent storm also damaged multiple homes in the Namne community, compounding the hardship for residents and raising fresh concerns about the state of public infrastructure in rural areas.

Calls for Government Intervention

The collapse has sparked urgent calls for government intervention, particularly in renovating dilapidated public school structures that endanger the lives of students and staff. Education advocates are urging the Taraba State Government and relevant federal agencies to investigate the structural integrity of schools across the state and provide emergency assistance to affected communities.

30/05/2025

Thank Tinubu For Intervention In Rivers Crisis, Fubara Tells Nigerians

Suspended Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara has charged supporters, Rivers people and Nigerians to thank President Bola Tinubu for his swift intervention to salvage the state from looming anarchy arising from the political crisis in the state.

Fubara also said that the peace and reconciliation process, which was a precursor to restoring all executive and legislative institutions and offices was already underway.

He assured that democracy and good governance will soon return in the state, with both arms working together for the good of the people.

Fubara spoke on Thursday at a meeting with leaders and stakeholders of a group, the Simplified Movement, as part of activities to mark his two years in office as Governor of Rivers State in Port Harcourt.

He said: “I want to assure you that the issues will soon be resolved, and you will come back to your offices; not just at the Executive arm, but also Legislative arm. And I also believe that the strong relationships we had before will return, and we will begin to work together again, for the good and progress of the State. What is important is for us to have a forgiving spirit.”

While urging his supporters and the entire Rivers people to show unreserved appreciation to President Tinubu for his bold action to halt the degenerating political crisis in the State, Fubara tasked them to totally subject themselves to the peace process to enable the State move forward.

“We are already in the peace process. I want you to thank Mr President for his timely intervention to salvage the situation, and stabilise the polity and the State. If not for Mr President, the story today would have been different.

“I don’t know how he gets his information, but the truth is that he acted with wisdom at the right time. He is the one you should thank. And let me also thank him personally for his intervention, and the personalities across the country, who moved in and appealed to him to intervene.

“We have to come down from our high horses, and subject ourselves to the peace process. And that is what we are doing. What is important is for the State to move forward. It is not about you, the interest of the State is paramount.”

The suspended governor noted, that but for the political situation, orchestrated by the crisis, the second year celebrations would have been used to showcase some of the key milestones recorded by the administration in various sectors across the State.

He assured that the government would bounce back stronger, more united and engineered to deliver quality dividends of democracy to the people.

Fubara also explained that those expressing anger and grievances have the right to do so, but quickly added that the time has come for all to embrace peace, pursue reconciliation and forgiveness for the development and progress of the State.

The suspended governor pleaded for forgiveness from anyone who may have felt disappointed in his handling of the crisis, emphasising that his actions were guided by a desire to protect the peace and progress of the State.

He further expressed appreciation to the President for the steps he has taken to restore peace, stability and good governance in the state, and assured of reconciliation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barr Nyesom Wike, very soon.

The governor disclosed that since the President’s intervention, several reconciliatory meetings had been held, including some at the FCT minister’s residence.

He said, “There is no reason why there will not be peace between me and my Oga”, in reference to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and his predecessor, Chief Nyesom Wike, adding, “There will be peace. We are meeting. We will reconcile.”

Saying that he was indebted to the people for their sacrifices and opportunity to serve, the Governor promised to continue to show respect for the people of the State, who entrusted him with the mandate.

“One important thing in this life is respect. I want to earn the respect of the people, not force it on them…I’m with you completely,” he said, and thanked Rivers people and all Nigerians who stood by him during the period of political turbulence, acknowledging their loyalty and prayers.

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