Governor-elect of Rivers State, Siminialayi Fubara, has said his administration will work hand-in-hand with the Federal Government to boost the state economy.
Fubara made this known through the state Commissioner for Information and Communications, Chris Finebone, at a press briefing in Port Harcourt on Thursday.
Listing the events for the inauguration of the incoming administration, Finebone, who doubles as the Chairman of the Media and Publicity Sub Committee of the inauguration committee, said the new administration intends to create a more viable Rivers State.
According to him, “Although this event is to brief you on the events for the inauguration, we will not attempt to enter into the mind of the incoming Governor.
“However, we will be able to say based on the things that he has put out as his manifesto that the new administration to all intents and purposes is focused on creating an economically viable Rivers State.
“There have been specific pronouncements with regards to trying to encourage a bit more with regards to seaports, liaison with the Federal Government to ensure a blue economy.”
He stated that there will be many collaborations between the state and the Federal Government to ensure a more economically viable state.
“There will also be a focus on Infrastructural development that will encourage small businesses, and there is a focus on Agriculture as a means to encourage small businesses.
“In his manifesto, he has spoken about opening up and freeing up land, so that there will be a land tenure that will make it possible for people to turn their lands into wealth,” Finebone added.
The commissioner maintained that the governor-elect will bring to bear his expertise and experience as a “financial manager,” which would ensure a “sound financial management in the next administration.”
