Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has said that God allowed the unabated political crisis in the state to channel it to a new direction of political emancipation, economic growth and development.

According to the governor, God’s involvement in the crisis, which the people thought would have overwhelmed him and his team, has rather been a disappointment, as the government is more energised in steering the affairs of the state.

Fubara stated this at the Special Thanksgiving Service in honour of His Royal Majesty, Eze Chike WorluWodo, Eze Oha Apara IV, as he celebrated his appointment as the Chairman of Rivers State Traditional Rulers’ Council (RSTRC).

The service was held at the Shepard’s Hill Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) at Mgbuoba Community in Obio/Akpor Local Council, yesterday, where the governor was also presented with copies of the Holy Bible by the leadership of the parish.

Fubara said his commitment is unwavering in sticking on with the fear of God, depending on Him for wisdom, direction and grace so that posterity will reckon his administration as one that stood on the side of God.

He said: “I also believe that what you are calling trouble is not trouble to me. I see it as God’s purpose for a new direction for our state.
“He has taken us higher, right from the first day, which is why, rather than getting weak, we are getting stronger and bolder every day.

“We want to finish our work, and our story will be those who led with the fear of God. We might not be perfect in everything, but in the end, there should be a reason why the angels should not allow our bodies to be taken by the devil.”

Fubara pointed out the importance of thanksgiving to God because it brings assurance of God’s abiding presence, saying that it offers a clearer picture of what pathway to navigate through any situation.

The governor, particularly, expressed delight to have joined with the family of the royal father to present their thanksgiving to God, as, according to him, it aligns with the commitment of his administration.

He noted the energy with which Eze Chike WorluWodo had danced in gratitude before God, likening it to how King David in the Bible danced before God without being ashamed.

The governor enjoined the church to continue to pray for his administration and the entire peace of the state without relenting. Fubara donated N100 million to the church to support their work of evangelism, which will serve as a memorial in honour of Eze Chike WorluWodo in the parish.