Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has denied any involvement with militant groups, condemning attempts to incite violence or economic sabotage in his name. In a statement issued on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, in Port Harcourt, the state capital, Fubara addressed trending videos alleging explosions at oil and gas installations in the state, which he described as “fake” and “malicious.”
The governor called on security agencies to investigate the origin of the videos and take action against those responsible.
The statement read: “We are once again confronted with a series of false and fabricated videos claiming explosions at oil and gas facilities in Rivers State. Nearly all of these deceptive videos have falsely linked militant groups to these incidents, with the creators attempting to associate them with supporters of Governor Siminalayi Fubara.”
“Communities where these supposed incidents are claimed to have occurred have already debunked these allegations, reassuring that all critical government infrastructure in their areas remains secure, operational, and unaffected.”
Fubara reiterated that he has no ties to any militant group and strongly opposed any criminal actions that could destabilize the peace or harm the state’s economy.
The statement further emphasized, “To clarify, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has no affiliations with any militant group, has never considered such an association, and has no reason to encourage any group or individuals to engage in activities detrimental to the peace, security, or economy of the state and the nation.”
“The governor has consistently stated at public forums that peace is a top priority and is willing to make any sacrifice to ensure stability in Rivers State. Only in a peaceful and secure environment can governance and development prosper.”
Fubara issued a stern warning to those spreading violence and economic sabotage, urging them to refrain from using his name or exploiting the current political climate to create unrest.
He also condemned the spread of false information online, accusing it of inciting disorder in the state. “Security agencies should investigate these deceptive videos designed to mislead the public and tarnish the state’s image. Those responsible must be held accountable and face the appropriate consequences,” he said.
