Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the people of Obio Akpor Local Government Area, emphasizing the area’s importance under his leadership.
Governor Fubara made this statement during the inauguration of a new palace for the traditional ruler of the Apara Kingdom, Eze Oha Apara, Chike Worlu-Wodo, in the Obio Akpor Local Government Area on December 19, 2024.
Speaking at the event, Fubara highlighted the ongoing infrastructure projects in the area, including the construction of the first General Hospital, the upgrading of the Psychiatric Hospital, and the new modern palace for the traditional ruler, which was a significant undertaking for the community.
Accompanying Governor Fubara at the inauguration was the Obong of Calabar, Edidem Ekpo Abasi Otu the Fifth.
The two leaders arrived in the community to commission the long-awaited palace, a project that had faced several delays over the years until Fubara’s administration made its completion a priority.
Governor Fubara urged the people of Obio Akpor to reciprocate the government’s efforts by maintaining peace and lawfulness, which would contribute to the continued development of the area.
Chike Worlu-Wodo, the Eze Oha Apara and Chairman of the Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, expressed his gratitude for the completion of the palace, which he described as a testament to the governor’s commitment to preserving the cultural heritage and development of traditional institutions in the state.
The inauguration marks a new chapter for the Apara Kingdom, reinforcing the role of traditional rulers in the governance and cultural identity of Rivers State.