Index to Nigerian Newspapers

Nigeria's Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, During Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary celebration, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's economic policies and praised his bold reforms, while also vowing that his own state government would not bow to blackmail. Governor Fubara reflected on the nation's journey since gaining freedom from British colonial rule in 1960, noting that despite persistent problems like insecurity, corruption, and economic hardship, Nigerians remain strong, hardworking, and hopeful. He urged citizens to work together with the federal government to overcome these challenges, called on fellow state governors to fight oil theft and insecurity, and reaffirmed Rivers State's total loyalty and support for national unity and progress.