Governor has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the “Rivers First” philosophy, declaring that the interest and wellbeing of the people have remained the driving force behind government policies and programmes in the last three years.
In a goodwill message marking the third anniversary of his administration, Fubara said his government deliberately prioritised projects and policies aimed at improving the living conditions of residents, expanding economic opportunities and strengthening critical sectors of the state economy.
According to the governor, the massive investment in road infrastructure across the state was designed not only to improve connectivity but also to stimulate economic growth by linking rural communities with urban centres and opening up new investment corridors.
He said the vision of transforming Rivers State into a major investment destination informed the execution of strategic projects, including the Port Harcourt Ring Road, Trans-Kalabari Highway, Elele/Umudioga/Egbeda/Ubimini/Ikiri/Omoku Road and the Ngo-Atlantic/Oyorokoto Road.
Fubara also stated that his administration had intensified efforts to strengthen the education and healthcare sectors while sustaining peace and security across the state.
Reflecting on the journey so far, the governor expressed gratitude to the people of Rivers State for entrusting him with the responsibility of leading the state, assuring them that public resources would continue to be deployed for the collective good.
“What we have achieved in three years is proof that when government and citizens pull 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 interest.”
Fubara attributed the achievements recorded by his administration to the resilience, cooperation and enterprise of the people of the state, noting that governance can only succeed where citizens and government work together toward shared goals.
He, however, acknowledged that significant work still lies ahead and called on all segments of the society — including elders, youths, women, traders, teachers, farmers, artisans and professionals — to contribute actively to the continued development of the state.
The governor also used the occasion to congratulate Nigerians on the country’s 27 years of uninterrupted democratic governance, describing it as the longest stretch of civil rule since independence.
According to him, the milestone demonstrates that despite political and ethnic differences, Nigerians can continue to coexist and collectively advance the unity and progress of the country.
