Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara revealed on Wednesday that he discovered an ambush hidden within the peace agreement he signed with a faction of the state House of Assembly, which had previously plotted to remove him from office.
Fubara shared this revelation during a non-denominational thanksgiving service in Port Harcourt, held to mark the one-year anniversary of his survival of an impeachment attempt on October 30, 2023, led by 27 lawmakers aligned with Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike.
The governor clarified that while President Bola Tinubu, who facilitated the peace accord, was not behind the ambush, certain individuals whom he believed were genuinely committed to resolving the crisis had ulterior motives.
Realizing these intentions, Fubara chose to avoid falling into their trap. He criticized the pro-Wike lawmakers for failing to uphold the peace agreement, describing their actions as deceitful.
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“We went to Abuja and Mr. President knowing the importance of peace for Rivers State, called out some conditions for peace.
“We came back here, in this state, to do everything that has to do with the conditions of the peace. We went to court immediately and withdrew our matters. And you call yourself honourable when you cannot obey simple instructions.
“I acted as an honourable. I discovered that I was being ambushed not by the person who initiated the peace”, Fubara stated.
The governor expressed gratitude to all the prominent individuals from Rivers and beyond who had supported his administration over the past year, acknowledging their trust and resilience in countering the schemes of those opposed to his government.
“I am standing here because of all of you. A lot of people may not understand what happened on the 30th of October, 2023,” he said with nostalgia.
He reiterated his commitment to enthrone peace, acknowledging that his supporters had taken a very difficult part in that last year.
He further said, “We are still complete. Let me tell you, we are still intact. They said we’re not going to last for one week. We are here one year plus.
“They said we would not have local government chairmen. Today, we have local government chairmen.”
“They said commissioners should resign immediately. Today, we have more than 23 commissioners.
“They said they are not going to do anything; they are going to frustrate them, they are not going to succeed. By the grace of God, there are lots of projects that are touching the lives of the people.”
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The governor noted that his administration has shown prudence and transparency in managing the state’s resources. He mentioned that, recently, an external body recognized Rivers State for its commitment to transparency and accountability.
To his opponents, he said, “I now ask the question, who is the winner? We are here to appreciate God for the way He did it one year ago, He will do it again.”
Fubara pledged to pay contractors, ensure timely payment of workers’ salaries, and release funds for local government councils.
He added, “I ask you again, who is the loser? Who is the loser? You see why you need to be happy? Do you see why you need to celebrate the righteousness of God?
The governor stated that true success is achieved when you defy the expectations of those who wish for your failure.
He reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining peace in the state, expressing gratitude to supporters of his administration for their sacrifices.
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