Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has vehemently denied allegations linking him to militant groups, dismissing recent social media posts and videos as fake and malicious attempts to incite tension in the state.
In a statement, Fubara’s Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, clarified that affected communities have debunked claims of explosions at oil and gas facilities, assuring that all critical infrastructure remains intact and operational.
Fubara reiterated his commitment to maintaining peace in Rivers State, emphasizing that governance and development can only thrive in a stable environment.
He warned against exploiting the state’s ongoing political crisis for ulterior motives and cautioned bloggers and social media influencers against spreading false information.
To combat misinformation, Fubara urged security agencies to investigate and take decisive action against those responsible.
This move aims to prevent the escalation of tensions and disruption of stability in the region.