From Tony John, Port Harcourt
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has attributed the ongoing political crisis in the state to a struggle for the control of the state’s resources.
Speaking at the 51st birthday celebration of Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, the General Overseer of Omega Power Ministries (OPM), Fubara assured the people that his administration would utilise state resources judiciously for their benefit.
“There is a reason for this crisis, and that reason is the control of the resources of Rivers State. Rivers State resources belong to you, and we will make sure that the resources are applied judiciously for the betterment of Rivers State.
“What you owe us is just one thing; continue to pray for us. Let us not lose focus because we know the devil is always at war to derail people in governance. Continue to pray for us because what is most important is the interest of the people here, and I believe that with your prayers, we will not lose focus and the purpose of governance will be achieved in Rivers State,” he said.
Fubara also appealed to the church for continuous prayers to enable his administration remain focused on its goals and commended Apostle Chinyere for his philanthropic work and contributions to society, particularly in the area of education.
“Let me say congratulations to this church because the General Overseer will not succeed without your support. I am happy to be here, especially to celebrate this birthday with him. He has been a very strong supporter of our cause. Right from the time we started this journey, he has kept faith with me in prayers.
I am aware that there is a building for your TV station, and one of the dreams for that place is when you finish it, guests will be staying there when they come for programmes. Let me, on behalf of the government and the good people of Rivers State, donate the sum of N200 million to support the project,” Fubara said.
