Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed his concern over the substantial debt burden that was passed down from the previous administration led by current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.
Governor Fubara stated this during the commissioning of the Aleto-Ogale-Ebubu-Eteo Road, also known as Old Bori Road in Eleme Local Government Area of the state, noting that a majority of the projects initiated in the state were not adequately financed.
He said the contractors who handled the affected projects are returning for outstanding payments but did not give an estimate of the debt.
Governor Fubara clarified that his administration has not engaged in conflicts with the federal government, saying it has instead received support, although challenges persist due to the interest of an insider.
He also justified the presence of his Abia counterpart, Alex Otti at the commissioning, citing a commitment to aligning with progressive figures.
“You know I am not a long talker, but for the few ones, I will say the internet will be in trouble. You might be wondering why I invited the Abia State Governor. It is because he is not an artificial integrity man but an action integrity man,” he said.
On his part, Otti commended Fubara for the job he is doing in Rivers State.
He described Fubara’s style of governance as true leadership, adding that true leadership is service to the people, not to a few interests.
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