Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called on residents of the state to remain calm and place their trust in God, assuring that his administration remains committed to sustaining peace and progress in Rivers State.
Governor Fubara made the appeal during an inter-denominational church service held to commemorate the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day at St. Cyprian’s Anglican Church, Port Harcourt.
Speaking at the service, the governor said his calm disposition was rooted in his faith, stressing that there was no need for panic or agitation when leadership is anchored on divine authority.
“I know what I have. I know that I have what is supreme and that is God. So I want everyone to be relaxed. What is important is peace for this dear state, and we will get it by the special name of God,” he said.
Fubara assured Rivers people that the priority of his administration remains the entrenchment of lasting peace across the state, adding that responsible leadership and faith would continue to guide government actions.
In her remarks, the Deputy Governor, Ngozi Odu, reflected on the sermon and reminded the congregation that individuals are ultimately judged by the impact they make in their lifetime.
She paid tribute to fallen heroes and heroines, as well as veterans present at the service, describing their sacrifices as invaluable to the nation.
“As we have come today to pray for legionnaires, for the wives of the fallen heroes and the husbands of the fallen heroines, please continue to uphold the government of Sir Siminalayi Fubara and my humble self in prayers. Prayers have sustained us so far and we believe they will continue to sustain us,” she said.
Delivering the sermon, the Archbishop of the Niger Delta Province and Bishop of the Ikwerre Diocese, Blessing Enyindah, admonished leaders and citizens to live justly, use their positions to help others and remain a blessing to the house of God.
Preaching on the theme “Only Remembered by What We Have Done,” drawn from Judges 5:1–10, the cleric urged Nigerians to build legacies of peace, love and service to humanity.
He commended Governor Fubara for his consistent support for the Armed Forces and encouraged all leaders to live lives worthy of positive remembrance.
Highlights of the service included intercessory prayers for the Armed Forces of Nigeria, veterans and families of fallen heroes, as well as prayers for divine wisdom and guidance for Bola Tinubu, the Rivers State Executive Council and the nation.
By Blessing Ibunge, Port Harcourt
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