{
  "id": 11141117,
  "title": "Nigeria @66: Fubara urges peace, unity in Rivers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/nigeria-66-fubara-urges-peace-unity-in-rivers",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-01T08:08:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/nigeria-66-fubara-urges-peace-unity-in-rivers/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has urged the populace of his state to prioritize peace and unity as crucial elements for the socio-economic progress of any society. In his goodwill message commemorating Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary, Fubara highlighted the significance of reflecting on the nation's journey since 1960 and recommitting to peaceful coexistence. The governor's message was conveyed through a statement released by his media aide, Onwuka Nzeshi, to journalists.\n\nFubara emphasized that Rivers State, being a \"treasure base of the nation\" and a diverse ethnic melting pot, thrived when its people lived harmoniously. He cautioned that without peace, any meaningful development is impossible in an environment riddled with animosity, division, and political hostility. Fubara clarified that while political disagreements are inherent in a democratic system, they should not impede the collective welfare of the state.\n\nGovernor Fubara affirmed that since taking office, his administration has centered its governance on peace, emphasizing it as the most vital infrastructure. He attributed the state's relative tranquility to fostering investment and project execution across the three senatorial districts. In his appeal, Fubara called upon youths, traditional rulers, political leaders, and all stakeholders to act as peace ambassadors in their respective communities, wards, and local government areas. He stressed that no one benefits when the state is in turmoil.\n\nFubara further urged the people of Rivers State to continue supporting the Federal Government led by President Bola Tinubu, emphasizing that national unity and sub-national cooperation are pivotal to attaining the objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda.",
  "summary": "Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called on the people of the state to embrace peace and unity to foster socio-economic development. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-66-fubara-urges-peace-unity-in-rivers/",
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  "editors_take": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Nigeria @66: Fubara urges peace, unity in Rivers",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/nigeria-66-fubara-urges-peace-unity-in-rivers-11144320",
        "published": "2026-10-01T08:26:52.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}