National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has paid a visit to Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, delivering President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s message of satisfaction with the governor’s approach to leadership and governance.

Ribadu led a high-powered presidential delegation that included the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi; the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal; and senior officials of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited.

Speaking during the visit, the NSA described Rivers State as one of the most peaceful states in the country, noting that the delegation was in the state to reinforce and build upon existing peace initiatives, particularly in Ogoniland.

He said recent developments in the area marked a new beginning, stressing that Nigeria “will no longer be what it used to be,” with the transformation starting from Ogoni.

Ribadu disclosed that President Tinubu had specifically directed him to commend Governor Fubara for his leadership style and his effective coordination of engagements on the planned resumption of oil exploration in Ogoniland.

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Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, said the Ogoni peace initiative was vital to national unity and assured that key infrastructure projects, including the East–West Road and Bonny–Bodo Road, would be completed to standard.

The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to the Ogoni cleanup.

Source TVC