Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, delivered a subtle warning to his political adversaries on Thursday, implying that their efforts to undermine him would be futile.
He characterized the ongoing political turmoil in the state as a diversionary tactic, adding that his critics cannot sleep gain with their eyes closed.
During a visit from the national and state leadership of the Ijaw Youth Congress at the Government House in Port Harcourt, Governor Fubara praised the legacy of Major Isaac Adaka Boro, a champion of justice and equality who fought for the liberation of the Ijaw people.
The governor emphasized that true Rivers indigenes share a common purpose – the pursuit of freedom and progress, according to Ripples Nigeria.
He welcomed the IYC delegation, acknowledging the significance of their solidarity visit on the 2024 Isaac Adaka Boro Day.
He said, “Because he stood for that unique thing, even after his death, we still celebrate him because he was a liberator.
“Every Rivers man, it doesn’t matter whether you are Ijaw or upland, the most important thing is that every genuine Rivers man must be a liberator.
“And I’m happy that you have come here today. I have also received you because we have one common purpose: to liberate our dear state. We are not going back on that.”
The governor stated that the target of the renewed crisis in the state was to distract his one year in office celebration, but that those behind it are sleeping with their eyes opened.
He said: “I am happy that you’ve told me this morning that when I call on you, you will respond. But there is nothing to call on you for. Because we have already defeated them.
“By the special grace of God, what they thought that they would have done to us while we were celebrating our one year in office, they are the ones sleeping with their two eyes open. It shows that we have the Ijaw blood. And what is that blood: it is the blood of action; less talk, more action.”
These comments come amidst celebrations marking Fubara’s first year in office. He highlighted his achievements while acknowledging attempts by unnamed individuals to undermine his progress.