Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has sharply criticized a media aide to Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, calling him a “data boy” and a “dog seller” in response to remarks made about his administration’s projects in Etche-Omuma.
Speaking to the press on Friday, Fubara took issue with the aide’s comments, accusing him of lacking understanding of governance despite having been close to a former governor for eight years.
The Governor also questioned the aide’s qualifications, stating that if he was indeed competent, he would have been appointed to a more meaningful position.
“The appointment they gave to one boy the other day, if you were good, why didn’t they give you that appointment? Go and check yourself, something is wrong with you,” Fubara remarked, criticizing the aide’s online attacks.
He further lambasted those who resort to social media insults and trivial pursuits like “selling dogs,” urging them to reflect on their life choices and contribute more positively to society.
Fubara’s remarks followed criticisms that the projects he was inaugurating in Omuma were merely continuations of those started by Wike.
The Governor clarified that while his administration acknowledged the efforts of the previous government, it was focused on delivering new, meaningful projects aimed at addressing the real needs of the people.
“We will not celebrate projects that lack significance,” Fubara declared during the unveiling of the remodeled Government Girls’ Secondary School in Ahoada, a project he inherited.
“This is an investment in the future of the girl-child and will help shape responsible citizens.”
The Governor emphasized his commitment to impactful and enduring projects, contrasting them with previous initiatives he claimed had little lasting effect.
“Delivering projects is not about fanfare. It’s about addressing the needs that matter,” he said.
Fubara also took the opportunity to express his gratitude to the Ekpeye people for their support amid challenges such as the unjust detention of traditional rulers and his Chief of Staff, Dr. Edison Ehie.
“The truth always prevails. The enemies have their time, but they cannot last forever,” he asserted, expressing confidence that justice would soon be served.
