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By Myke Agunwa
The Rivers State Governor, Siminialayi Fubara, arrived at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Friday after a six-month suspension imposed on the state by President Bola Tinubu on March 18. He is set to address residents of the state at 6PM Friday evening.
Fubara landed at Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, at 11:40 am, accompanied by his wife, the Deputy, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, Chief of Staff Edison Ehie, and others.
He was received at the airport by his former commissioners, LGA chairmen, and other state leaders.
Upon arriving at the Government House, Fubara thanked the waiting crowd and the people of the state for their support.
The governor, who mentioned he was aware of the reception on Thursday, assured that his administration would continue to serve the needs of the state.
He stated: “I know everybody wants to hear something from me. In fact, I expected it when I landed.
“Let me first of all appreciate the wonderful people of Rivers State. I am really humbled by what I saw at the Airport.
“I was thrilled by the photographs of what happened here yesterday. That reception really humbled me.
“It shows love, confidence, and solidarity. I want to say that it is not just a celebration; it is a reaffirmation of the bond between this government and the people of Rivers State.
“I want to assure you that we will, by the grace of God, continue to provide what earned your love. I want to thank everybody and to say that we love you, but God loves you more.”