Rivers state governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said his administration is committed to promptly respond to calls bordering on the peace, security, development and well-being of people in their domains were concerned.
He said his government would continue to operate an open door policy and listen assuring that his administration was committed to the pact with Rivers people to ensure a good life for all.
Governor Fubara gave the assurance while declaring open the 119th/120th Combined Quarterly General Meeting of the Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers (RSCTR) at its secretariat in Port Harcourt on Tuesday.
The governor explained that his administration was about the people because it was sustained by their unalloyed support and the grace of God.
He said the administration was committed to protecting, preserving and promoting the interests of all people in the state without betraying their confidence and trust.
He said, “As you are aware, after the local government councils, traditional rulers are the best partners that we have to translate the development aspirations of the grassroots into reality.
“You are, therefore, an indispensable development partner to the state government. As such, you must work with the State Government to advance peace, security, and progress of your domains.”
Governor Fubara also said, “You also have a responsibility to promote government policies and programmes, uphold the rule of law, and mobilise your people and resources to create an enabling environment for development to take place.
Governor Fubara appealed to the monarchs to be loyal and faithful to the government while also supporting courses that advance the development of the state.