Walk into many public hospitals or government offices in Rivers State and you’ll see a sad contrast: friendly staff working inside weak, outdated, and poorly maintained facilities. The people are willing, but the infrastructure is failing.
This is the reality Governor Siminalayi Fubara highlighted when he said “employment must wait” until the state fixes its collapsing systems. Speaking at the meeting of the Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, he stressed the urgent need to rebuild the education and health sectors a move that, though tough, is necessary.
Infrastructure is the backbone of good service delivery. Without functional schools, hospitals, and public offices, even the best workers cannot perform effectively.
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The education sector shows the severity of the problem. Schools like Township Schools 1 and 2 in Port Harcourt lack basic amenities, and teachers are stretched thin, sometimes handling two classes at once. Poor learning conditions threaten the future of students across the state.
Healthcare isn’t faring better. Dilapidated hospitals, inadequate equipment, and overwhelmed workers have created a system that can barely meet the needs of citizens. Governor Fubara has acknowledged these challenges and promised upgrades and better welfare.
These issues stem from years of neglect, but the 2026 budget’s focus on education and health offers some hope. However, real progress depends on swift and consistent implementation.
Rivers people deserve functional institutions, quality education, and reliable healthcare. Fixing the state’s infrastructure is not just an option it is an urgent necessity.
