Every Naira Should Benefit Rivers People – Fubara on Three Years in Office

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara reiterated that his administration remains devoted to the “Rivers First” principle, describing it as the foundation guiding every decision and development programme over the past three years.

In a message released to mark the third anniversary of his administration, the governor said the well‑being of Rivers people has stayed at the heart of every action taken by his government since he took office.

A statement signed by Chief Press Secretary Onwuka Nzeshi explained that the administration’s extensive investment in road construction was intended to improve connectivity between rural and urban communities while also stimulating economic activity across the state.

Governor Fubara noted that major infrastructure projects such as the Port Harcourt Ring Road, the Trans‑Kalabari Highway, the Elele/Umudioga/Egbeda/Ubimini/Ikiri/Omoku Road and the Ngo‑Atlantic/Oyorokoto Road were launched to attract investment and accelerate development in Rivers State.

He thanked residents for the confidence placed in him to lead the state, vowing not to betray that trust and assuring that public resources would continue to be used responsibly for the benefit of the people.

Governor Fubara credited the progress achieved in the past three years to the determination, support and hard work of the people of Rivers State.

“What we have achieved in three years proves that when government and citizens move in the same direction, progress is possible,” he said. “As we mark this anniversary, I renew my commitment to you: to lead with transparency, listen more than I speak, and ensure that every project, every policy, and every naira spent reflects your interests.”

The governor acknowledged that more remains to be done and urged all segments of society—including elders, youths, women, traders, teachers, artisans, farmers and professionals—to continue contributing to the state’s growth and development.

Fubara also took the opportunity to congratulate Rivers people and Nigerians as the country celebrates 27 consecutive years of democratic governance, describing it as the longest uninterrupted civilian administration since independence.

He added that the country’s uninterrupted democratic journey shows that, despite ethnic and political differences, Nigerians can live together and collectively pursue national progress.