Fubara: Help Us Succeed In This Work That God Has Given To Us

By PHC Telegraph

Governor Siminalayi Fubara (left) having a handshake with the new Secretary to Government, SSG, Barrister Benibo Anabraba (right)

“We are emerging from a very difficult period”, obviously in the State’s history, Governor Siminalayi Fubara said while swearing in the new Secretary to the State Government, SSG Barrister Benibo Anabraba at the Executive Council Chamber of Government House.

“And (we) must reassure our people”, he went on “that we mean well for them, especially now that peace has returned to Rivers State by the grace of God,”

Speaking at the ceremony which held at the Executive Council Chamber of the Rivers State Government House, Port Harcourt, the Governor said he looked forward to the collaboration of the SSG.

“Do your work well. Help us succeed in this assignment that God has given to us”, Fubara charged Anabraba.

Fubara (left); watches as the new Secretary to the State Government, Barrister Benibo Anabraba (right); takes his oath of office and allegiance during the swearing-in ceremony. 

Fubara also charged the newly appointed SSG to uphold the dignity of his office, protect the interest of the State at all times, and discharge his duties with honour, respect, and responsibility.

Governor Fubara gave the charge during the swearing-in ceremony of the new SSG, held on Monday at the Executive Council Chambers of Government House, Port Harcourt.

Describing Anabraba’s appointment as an act of divine favour, the Governor said positions of leadership are not attained by our own human effort but by God’s grace in our lives.

“Let me first congratulate you. I’m using the word ‘congratulations’ because a few of us, not by our power but by the special favour of God, find ourselves in exalted positions. It’s not because we are the best, but only by His grace.”

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara (middle); Deputy Governor, Prof Ngozi Odu (right); and the new SSG Barrister Benibo Anabraba (left); shortly after his swearing-in. 

Governor Fubara noted that the office of the Secretary to the State Government is one of great honour, occupied by only a few since the creation of Rivers State, and urged the new appointee to serve with humility and dedication.

He, however, expressed confidence in Anabraba’s capacity to deliver, citing his past record as a principal officer of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

“This position is a rare privilege. Guard that office with honour. Discharge your duties with respect. Protect the interest of Rivers State. When you leave office, let it be with honour, and that only comes through responsible service.

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“I know you’re a dedicated person. This opportunity is not for show or display of power. It’s a call to duty,” he cautioned.

The Governor emphasised that the current administration is focused on restoring confidence of the people because peace has been achieved in the State.

He enjoined the new SSG to align with the vision of the administration and contribute meaningfully to the collective progress of Rivers people.