Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara has reaffirmed his acceptance of the Presidential peace proclamation and commitment to implementing both its spirit and letter in a way and manner that will restore political stability to the state without compromising the collective interest of the people and democratic values.
While acknowledging the mixed reactions the agreement has generated, the Governor in his Christmas Day broadcast to the people says he has taken time to study the terms and came to the conclusion that the peace pact is not as bad as it is being portrayed by those genuinely opposed to it, saying that it offers some way towards a lasting peace and stability in Rivers State.
“Mr. President’s Peace Proclamation has naturally elicited mixed reactions from our people and across the country. While most stakeholders have violently condemned it, a few others have applauded It.
“As a principal participant in the entire saga, I have taken some time to study the terms therein and have come to the conclusion that the Peace Pact is not as bad as it is being portrayed by those genuinely opposed to it. It is certainly, not a death sentence. It offers some way towards a lasting peace and stability in our dear State.
“Accordingly, I reaffirm my acceptance of the Presidential Peace Proclamation and my commitment to implementing both the spirit and letters of the declaration in such a way and manner that will restore political stability to our dear State without compromising the collective interest of our people and our cherished and shared democratic values.
“Already, both parties have demonstrated some good faith in the implementation process with the withdrawal of the purported impeachment notice on their part, and the release of hitherto withheld allowances of the members of the State House of Assembly by the Government.
“I have said before, there is no price too much to pay for peace. And with the realization that the worst peace is better than the best war, we will strive to make peace with all segments and interest groups without surrendering our freedom nor jeopardizing the interest and well-being of the good people of Rivers State who graciously entrusted us with their cherished mandate.”
