Fubara Alarmed by Flood, Erosion Threat in Rivers, Pledges Coastal Protection
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has voiced significant concern over the devastating impact of flooding and erosion on the State’s inhabitants, particularly those residing in coastal communities. The governor expressed his worry over the consequences of flood and erosion on human life, property, and the environment. Fubara made the remarks in Port Harcourt on Tuesday […]
Fubara Hails Progress on Trans-Kalabari Road, Says 75% of Piling Work Completed
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed satisfaction with the pace of work on the 12.2-kilometre Trans-Kalabari Road project, noting that 75 percent of the piling work on Phase 1 has been completed. Governor Fubara stated this on Monday, October 27, 2025, during an inspection tour of the project site, accompanied by officials of […]
Stakeholders Task Fubara, NDDC on Lead Drainage Desilting To Combat Flooding In Rivers State
A call for urgent drainage desilting has gain momentum in Rivers State local government areas as community leaders and civic groups tasked Governor Siminalayi Fubara, the management of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and other relevant agencies to lead a coordinated desilting programme aimed at curbing perennial flooding and shoreline erosion threatening the state. […]
Fubara Urges Judiciary to Uphold Justice, Protect Innocent Citizens as Rivers Opens 2025/2026 Legal Year
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has charged the state judiciary to continue upholding justice and protecting innocent citizens from suffering injustices. The governor gave the charge on Friday, October 17, 2025, during a thanksgiving service to mark the opening of the 2025/2026 Legal Year, held at the Corpus Christi Cathedral in Port Harcourt. Speaking […]
First Lady Charges Rivers Farmers to Boost Food Production As 800 People Receive RHI Agric Empowerment Support
Nigeria’s First Lady and National Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged farmers in Rivers State to make full use of the agricultural empowerment programme to boost food production and ensure national food security. Senator Tinubu gave this charge on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, during the distribution of agricultural support […]
On Fubara’s Cabinet Reconstitution in Rivers State
Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s move to reconstitute his cabinet, retaining eight commissioners while preparing a new nominees’ list, signals a strategic approach to governance in Rivers State following the expiration of the six-month emergency rule. This development, reported on October 13, 2025, warrants a balanced critique, weighing its merits and potential pitfalls. On the positive side, […]
Fubara Vows to Punish Civil Service Misconduct, Rewards Integrity with New Appointment
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has declared that his administration will not tolerate acts of illegality within the state civil service, warning that records of misconduct will be revisited and offenders held accountable. The governor issued the warning on Friday at the Executive Chambers of Government House, Port Harcourt, during the swearing-in of Mr. Austin Ezekiel-Hart as […]
Rivers Governor Lauds Corps Members, Reaffirms Support for NYSC
Overwhelmed by the impacts corps members deployed to the state have made in their host communities, the Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, expressed deep appreciation to corps members for their dedication and contributions to the growth and development of the state. Fubara stated this through the Permanent Secretary, Cabinet Bureau, Office of the Secretary […]
Fubara Visits Aso Rock, Briefs President Tinubu on Resumption of Duties
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, on Monday, September 22, 2025, visited the Presidential Villa, Abuja, to formally brief President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his resumption of duty following the lifting of the state of emergency in Rivers State. Speaking to State House correspondents after a closed-door meeting with the President, Governor Fubara confirmed that […]
Reactions Trail Fubara’s Return
Reactions have begun trailing the declaration of the end of the state of emergency in Rivers State and the reinstatement of the state Governor, Siminilayi Fubara, his deputy and members of the state assembly.The return of Governor Fubara after a six-month suspension is one that was awaited with mixed reactions by many residents. A political […]
Fubara Eulogises Buhari, Mourns His Demise
The suspended governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, had described the former president of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, who died on Sunday afternoon at a hospital in London, as a leader of legacy and principle. Fubara gave this description in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Nelson Chukwudi, on Monday, July 14, 2025, […]
Eradiri, Women Group Applaud Fubara-Wike Truce, Urges Lasting Peace in Rivers
Former Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) President and ex-Labour Party governorship candidate, Udengs Eradiri, has hailed the suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara for reconciling with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and the 27 members of the State Assembly. Eradiri described Fubara’s return to Wike’s political camp as a bold and necessary step toward peace and development in Rivers. […]