Fubara to New Commissioners: Defend Interest of Rivers State

Rivers State Governor, Mr Siminalayi Fubara, has urged the newly sworn-in commissioners to defend the interest of the State and what is right always.

The governor told the commissioners to cultivate the culture of keeping accurate records of their dealings in their various ministries of posting.

Governor Fubara said such culture was essential for the effective functioning of any organised system, particularly the civil service because they provide useful history of events, decisions and actions, including indices of productivity.

The governor also charged the eight new commissioners shortly after they were sworn in at the Executive Council Chambers of Government House in Port Harcourt on Tuesday night. 

The eight commissioners include: Prince Charles Bekee, Mr Collins Onunwo, Prince Solomon Eke; Dr Peter Medee; Mr Elloka Amadi, Mr Basoene  Benibo, Mr Tambari Gbara; and Dr Ovy Chukwuma.

The Governor said it was regrettable how some commissioners, who had left the administration, ignored the culture of proper documentation because they had no record of activities in the ministries that they served.

He said, “I know what I am saying. Some of them who left here as commissioners, there are no records in their ministries. We have had a few meetings with people. We were looking for records which we could not find, but that is for them and their gods, I am not bothered about that.

“But, you that are coming in now, please, do this work as seasoned administrators. Work with your Permanent Secretaries, the things that you don’t know, ask questions from them, they will tell you, they will teach you too. It doesn’t reduce you as not being the head. But it helps you to succeed as a good administrator,” he said.

Governor Fubara enjoined them to emulate his work culture and pay attention to details, adding that it should reflect in the nature of records they keep.

The governor said discipline is central to his administration, a work culture that has been nurtured while growing through the ranks in the civil service, saying that it must be the hallmark of anybody who is associated with his government.

Governor Fubara further said: “So, I am not bothered or afraid. Call me any day, call me anytime, I will stand and defend every action, every decision that we have taken. 

“So, I want you to stand on that premise, knowing fully well that whatever you are doing, in case you are called upon tomorrow to give account, you can do so confidently. Keep your records straight,” he added.

Governor Fubara stated that they have taken their oath of service and the content was sufficient charge to guide their conduct while they serve the State.

He urged them to appreciate the fact that it is God that had given them the opportunity to be chosen and so appointed, and therefore, should know that they owe God the responsibility to deliver to Rivers people.

Governor Fubara expressed the belief that as they are coming on board, they will add impetus to what has been done by his administration, urging them to ensure that greater success is achieved, while .

Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt

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