By Ayo Kehinde
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has reaffirmed his authority and commitment to the people of Rivers State, declaring that political distractions—including the ongoing impeachment moves by the State House of Assembly—will not stall the business of government.
Addressing dignitaries and stakeholders on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at the grand finale of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Port Harcourt International Polo Tournament, the Governor made a candid reference to the current political tension.
He described the recent impeachment attempts as a “love letter” delivered to his administration earlier in the year, stressing that while political drama may persist, his focus remains on his mandate.
“Despite the drama we’re facing, governance must go on. We must continue to carry out our responsibility as a government and support everyone who means well for Rivers State.
I’m here. I’m still the Governor of Rivers State, and we will continue to do what we promised the Rivers people,” Fubara declared.
The Governor pointed to the successful hosting of the week-long international polo tournament as evidence of peace and stability in the state.
He noted that the tournament’s leadership confirmed no security breaches were recorded, describing the incident-free outing as a testament to the state’s effective security framework.
According to him, guaranteeing the safety of lives, property, and investments remains the most basic responsibility of his administration.
Fubara urged visiting participants and guests to carry positive stories of Rivers State back to their various destinations to counter negative narratives often amplified on social media.
The Governor also revealed that his presence at the event was deeply personal, as he attended to honor the memory of his late brother, Architect Roland Cookey-Gam.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting the Port Harcourt Polo Club and reiterated his oath of office to protect the state, vowing never to support actions that would endanger the people.
“Rivers State remains safe, stable, and open for investment,” Fubara concluded
