Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has highlighted the importance of fostering a stress-free work environment for his government team, emphasizing that such conditions enhance productivity and well-being.
Speaking during a thanksgiving service honoring Dr. Tammy Wenike Danagogo, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), the governor reiterated his commitment to reducing workplace tension for optimal performance.
The thanksgiving event took place at St. Paul’s Nyemoni Lutheran Cathedral in Abonnema Town, Akuku-Toru Local Government Area. Danagogo was celebrating his reappointment as SSG and his traditional title as Tubofiya III, head of Da Tubofia Group of Houses.
Governor Fubara, in a statement shared by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, explained his administrative approach: “There is no Commissioner here that has BP [high blood pressure]. Before, you people used to have BP, but now, there is no BP.” He attributed this improvement to creating a respectful and supportive work culture.
Fubara praised Danagogo for his integrity and loyalty, which earned him both his government reappointment and traditional recognition. “It takes a man who believes in something; it takes a man who is honorable and has integrity to stand by you. I want to say that this administration that I am leading will stand by you.
“You don’t need to worry about the BP drugs again because I don’t intend to give anyone BP. There is no Commissioner here that has BP. Before, you people used to have BP, but now, there is no BP.
“There is no Permanent Secretary that was always lying in the hospital and is still lying in hospital now because there is no BP.”
He added: “For the fact that I won’t give you stress, even if I have to correct you, I will correct you with love, understanding that you are human beings.
“And when this is the relationship, you see efficiency and effectiveness, and you see how government is moving forward. That is what we do, and that is the secret of the improved health of my SSG, and the wife is no longer reminding him whether he has taken his drugs.”
The governor praised Danagogo for his conviction, dependability, and integrity, which earned him his reappointment as SSG and his selection by traditional leaders as the head of the Da Tubofia Group of Houses.
The governor remarked: “But today, we are happy to be here to celebrate with you. This is just the beginning, that is the truth. God can bless somebody anytime and in different ways.
“Anybody who identifies with God, there is no way God will let the person down. I am here with our leaders, the real leaders of this State, not the Abuja leaders.”
He urged traditional rulers and local government chairmen to support government initiatives and foster unity, assuring them of his administration’s backing.
The governor announced a donation of ₦50 million to St. Paul’s Nyemoni Lutheran Cathedral to support the Church’s evangelism efforts.
