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Anniversary: You don’t have any fresh project to show, Rivers APC blasts Fubara
… insists gov only commissioned predecessor’s projects
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has slammed the state governor, Siminalayi Fubara, for only commissioning projects initiated by his predecessor as part of his one-year anniversary in office.
But the state government refuted the claim, stating that some of the projects commissioned were initiated and completed by the governor, dismissing the claim by the APC as a baseless one.
The caretaker committee chairman of APC in the state, Chief Tony Okocha, in a press briefing in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, berated the governor for saying that he had only spent four months in office, arguing that such a statement by the governor stood logic on its head when the same governor was celebrating 365 days in office.
He challenged the governor to show proof of any project he singlehandedly initiated and completed in 365 days, adding that the governor only completed and commissioned projects initiated by his immediate predecessor, Nyesom Wike, with whom he (Fubara) has been at loggerheads.
“I will look at the performances of first-time governors, then take a typical look at Abia State Governor. Take a critical look at Akwa Ibom and also at the Ebonyi State Governor. Take the cases of Anambra and Enugu State. Then take a look as far north as Niger State and juxtapose the achievements of Similanayi Fubara with what is going on in Rivers State.
“The Governor and his handlers have planned out activities to mark his 365 days in office, and I’m saying here categorically and stand here to be corrected that there is no one project that has been clearly initiated, followed up on, and finally completed by Governor Fubara. One cannot appropriate projects initiated by the previous administration for himself.
“Again, he rose on the plan of continuity and consolidation. So, it is also not unexpected. But the danger in what he is doing is that he doesn’t even accord one percent credit. In writing, it is called plagiarism.
“The achievement of Fubara known to me is traversing across the 23 local government areas of the state in what he dubbed Thanksgiving for his Supreme Court victory. That is his only achievement.”
Responding, Rivers State Commissioner of Information, Barrister Joseph Johnson, who described Okocha’s allegation as baseless, said the governor initiated and completed some projects, such as Etewo Ebubu Eleme Road, which was commissioned by Governor Alex Otti of Abia State.
He said the second section of the Andoni Ogoni Obobo Unity Road was also initiated and commissioned by the governor, while the Trans Kalabari Road was initiated and awarded by the governor to be completed in 32 months.
By Gloria Ikibah
As part of the annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the House of Representatives is set to lead a historic march on Monday, November 25, 2024, in a bold effort to tackle gender-based violence (GBV) in the country.
The march, which begins at 8:00 AM, will see over 1,000 participants, including lawmakers and members of the public walk from the National Assembly to the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters in Abuja. The event will culminate in the submission of a petition to the Inspector General of Police, demanding decisive action against GBV and greater protection for vulnerable groups.
Speaking about the initiative, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD., GCON, said, “This march and the activities that follow are not mere gestures but a reflection of our determination to confront gender-based violence head-on. We are committed to building a society where justice, equality, and safety prevail for all Nigerians.”
In a statement by the House Spokesperson, Rep. Akin Rotimi on Saturday in Abuja, he said, “The 10th House of Representatives has reaffirmed its commitment to systemic reforms, collaboration, and accountability in the fight against gender-based violence.
“In addition to the march, the House has outlined key activities in alignment with its Legislative Agenda (2023–2027) to sustain awareness and action throughout the campaign period.
“Sash Demonstration Ceremony – Tuesday, November 26, 2024
“Convergence of State Assembly Speakers – Monday, December 9, 2024. A strategic meeting at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, will bring together Speakers of State Houses of Assembly to discuss legislative measures for combating GBV nationwide.
“National Citizens’ Summit and GBV Conference 2024 – Tuesday, December 10, 2024. The summit will focus on constitutional reforms and securing endorsements for gender equality initiatives led by the House of Representatives”.
Naijablitznews.com reports that this year’s 16 Days of Activism aims to galvanise nationwide efforts and inspire collective action to protect human rights, ensure justice, and create a safer, more equitable Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu has departed Galeao Air force Basa (SBGL) Airport, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Saturday, for Abuja after attending the 19th G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The President is due to arrive at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at 10.00 p.m. (Nigerian time).
President Tinubu had attended the G20 Leaders summit where he endorsed the global alliance against hunger and poverty, which he said was pivotal.
The President also held bilateral talks with Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), who commended his administration’s economic reforms and their positive indicators.
He also presided over the signing of a 2.5 billion dollar Letter of Intent between the Nigerian government and the JBS S.A., a Brazilian company and one of the top three largest meat processing companies in the World.
The president was accompanied in the trip by senior government officials including the minister of foreign affairs yusuf Tuggar, the national security adviser, Nuhu RIBADU and many others.
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