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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has explained his decision to adopt what some critics described as \u201cweakness\u201d in his political confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.<\/p>\n

According to him, it was a deliberate move aimed at preserving peace, ensuring political survival, and safeguarding broader national interests.<\/p>\n

Fubara made the remarks on Friday in Lagos while receiving a Man of the Year award at the New Telegraph Award\/Dinner Night.<\/p>\n

During his acceptance speech, he offered an emotional reflection on the pressures of leadership, ongoing political tensions, and efforts toward reconciliation in Rivers State.<\/p>\n

\u201cToday for me is a very special day, and also special for everyone who has believed in me, and I know for believing in me, you have a share of special pain,\u201d the governor said.<\/p>\n

Speaking on the prolonged political strain that has influenced governance in the state, Fubara noted that his strategy has often been misinterpreted by observers.<\/p>\n

He emphasized that his choices were intentional and guided by a desire to maintain stability.<\/p>\n

\u201cSome of these pains, some persons described them as weakness, while others say it as being strong, but I choose for a lot of reasons to be weak. Weak, because I want peace.<\/p>\n

\u201cWeak, because we need to survive. Weak, because I need to also protect those things that are dear, not just to me, but to our dear nation,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

In a remark likely to further influence political conversations, the governor added, \u201cweakness is a virtue. It pays at the right time.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Nigeria. Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has explained his decision to adopt what some critics described as \u201cweakness\u201d in his political confrontation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. According to him, it was a deliberate move aimed at preserving peace, ensuring political survival, and safeguarding broader national interests. 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