The former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Kenneth Minimah (retd), has praised Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for the smooth conduct of the local government elections held on October 5, 2024. In a message shared on Sunday, Minimah emphasized the significance of the election's success, calling it a milestone for the state. He urged Governor Fubara to stay committed to the state's development and called on politicians to focus on the welfare of the people. Minimah also commended the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission and the people for their roles in ensuring the election's success.