Fubara visits Diri in Bayelsa

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State during the festive holidays visited Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State at his country-home, Sampou.

Governor Diri in a statement disclosed that they both agreed to collaborate on the development of Bayelsa and Rivers states in the South-South zone.

Gov Fubara visiting Bayelsa

Diri also reminded Fubara of the need to bring back the BRACED Commission to foster regional integration in the South-South.

Governor Diri in the statement highlighted:

Governor Douye Diri
@govdouyediri

I received my dear brother, the Governor of Rivers State, Sir. Siminalayi Fubara, and his entourage today in my country-home, Sampou, on a New Year brotherly visit.

Gov Fubara in Bayelsa

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It was a fruitful meeting where we both agreed to collaborate on the development of Bayelsa and Rivers States.

I reminded my colleague of the need to bring back the BRACED Commission to foster our regional integration in the South-South region.

On the political issues in Rivers State, I encouraged my brother Governor to pursue peace and remain focus on his vision for the people of the State.

Gov Fubara and his entourage being received in Bayelsa

I appreciate Governor Fubara for the New Year and brotherly visit to Bayelsa State. That is the spirit for the season; a season to share love and great wishes.

Happy New Year!

Fubara and Diri in Bayelsa

Governor Fubara also stated:

Siminalayi Fubara
@SimFubaraKSC

“We paid a New Year’s visit to our brother; Governor of Bayelsa State, Sen. @govdouyediri at his country home in Sampou.

“It was rewarding as it availed the opportunity for heart-to-heart talks on improving the relationship between our States.

“It was lighthearted and we have promised to sustain this progress for the benefit of our states.”