Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has urged newly elected local government area (LGA) chairpersons on Sunday to adopt his governance approach, emphasizing patience and strategic action in their new roles.

During the swearing-in ceremony held at the government house in Port Harcourt, the state capital, Fubara declared that the controversy surrounding the recent Rivers LGA elections is effectively over. The Action Peoples Party (APP) won 22 LGAs, while the Action Alliance (AA) secured victory in one LGA.

Addressing the newly sworn-in officials, Fubara warned of potential violence against them when they resume their duties on Monday. He urged the chairpersons to remain calm and calculative in the face of any confrontations.

“I’m aware that there are plans to mobilize 20 people per unit to confront you when you return to your local government headquarters,” he stated. “If they come with violence, avoid them. The peace of this state is too important to us. Everyone knows what they are planning, but I urge you to follow my approach.”

Fubara encouraged the officials to be patient, asserting that, “At the right time, you will always win if you are patient and calculative. We have made our promises to our people, and we are committed to leading them to the Promised Land.”