Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State broke his silence yesterday on the impeachment proceedings brought against him by the State House of Assembly, explaining why he said some dogs don’t understand why they bark.
Fubara spoke on the same day that his predecessor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, responded to those calling on President Bola Tinubu to fire him, saying the President will only sack him if he can no longer offer him anything.
This is even as the State House of Assembly yesterday raised alarm that there were “secret plots” to procure court orders illegally to restrain the House from carrying out its constitutional responsibilities.
Speaking at a church service to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at St. Cyprian Anglican Church in Port Harcourt yesterday, the Rivers governor, who called for calm, assured the residents that everything would be fine.
He explained that his decision to remain silent in the face of distractions was deliberate, noting that he draws strength from his faith in God.
Fubara, who spoke briefly, said, “I said something about dogs barking when they don’t understand. Now, see, I think a lot of you don’t understand, and that’s the reason I don’t shout, I don’t complain. I know what I have.
“I know that I have what is supreme, and that is God. So, I want everyone to relax. What is important is peace for this dear state, and we’ll get it by the special name of God.”
In her remarks, the deputy governor, Professor Ngozi Odu, commended attendees for their presence at the church service to mark the event.
She urged everyone to maintain good conduct, in line with the admonition of the Dean of the Anglican Communion, Archbishop Blessing Eyinda, who stressed during his sermon that every action would be remembered at one time or another.
She also urged people to continue remembering the administration in their prayers, describing such support as a pillar that keeps the government going.
