GOVERNOR FUBARA APPROVES FOUR-YEAR OUTFIT ALLOWANCE FOR RIVERS ASSEMBLY STAFFERS
Further to his welfarist disposition, the Governor of Rivers State, Amaopusenibo Sir Siminialayi Fubara, GSSRS, has graciously approved the bulk payment of a four-year outfit allowance to all permanent staff members in the Rivers State House of Assembly. Governor Fubara made this commitment in Government House, Port Harcourt, Tuesday, when Speaker of the Rivers State […]
Fubara Meets South-South Governors in Bayelsa, Elect Diri As Chairman
The governors of Nigeria’s South-South geopolitical zone met on Tuesday in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, to deliberate on regional challenges and future collaboration. At the meeting held at the Government House, the governors unanimously elected Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, as the new Chairman of the South-South Governors’ Forum. His Cross River State counterpart, Bassey Otu, […]
Rivers State to Revive Fire Stations After 12 Years of Neglect
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced that fire stations across the state, which have been inactive for over a decade, will be fully operational within the next two months. During an inspection of ongoing renovation work at the Rumuodomaya, Borokiri, and Diobu fire stations, Governor Fubara reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring these critical […]
Fubara @50: Rivers State’s Guiding Light
Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s 50th birthday marks a significant milestone, not only in his personal life but also in his service to the people of Rivers State. This occasion provides an opportunity to reflect on his leadership, his administration’s initiatives, and the hopes he inspires for the future of the state. Since assuming office, Governor Fubara […]
Rivers State Government Hails Appeal Court Judgment on Fund Release
The Rivers State Government is celebrating a major victory after the Appeal Court overturned a Federal High Court verdict that had blocked the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Accountant General of the Federation from releasing funds to the state. The Appeal Court’s Abuja division made the ruling on Friday, reversing the earlier judgment […]
Winner of Simplified Football Tournament Begs Fubara Over Alleged Unpaid 7Million Reward
The winner of the Simplified Football Tournament, Okirika United Football Club, has begged the Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, to come to their aid following the alleged delay by the Football Association FA, under the Rivers State Ministry of Sports, to redeem the seven million naira reward. They urged the governor to help them […]
Youth Group Urges Governor Fubara To Present 2025 Budget To Pro-Wike Lawmakers
A youth body in Rivers State has condemned the declaration by State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, to present the state’s 2025 budget to the Victor Oko-Jumbo led State House of Assembly. A faction of the National Youth Council of Nigeria NYCN, led by Mr. Chimenem Bobo Worlu, urged the governor to obey what they described […]
Fubara Promises To Revamp Creek Road Market, Give PH New Look
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has promised to reconstruct the Creek Road Market in the old Port Harcourt Township into an ultra-modern facility that will afford traders a conducive trading environment, and give the city a new look. The Governor explained that the decision stems from the commitment to achieve a wholesome implementation of […]
Governor Fubara Donates N250 Million To Teacher’s Building
The education sector in Rivers State is set to witness a significant boost following the recent announcement of Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s N250 million donation towards completing the long-abandoned Teachers’ House. This move underscores the administration’s commitment to supporting teachers, ensuring their welfare, and promoting a conducive environment for their professional development. Governor Fubara, represented by […]
If you are Angry i’m working for Tinubu, go hug transformer – Wike
At the recent Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Congress in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, reaffirmed his satisfaction with serving in President Bola Tinubu’s government. Despite being a chieftain of the opposition PDP, Wike remains unapologetic about his decision, stating, “We are fully in government. We are fully […]
More trouble for Fubara, if…
By Mark Lenu The forthcoming local government election in Rivers State can best be described as the last straw that broke the camel’s back as it will determine if Governor Siminalayi Fubara is in charge of the state or the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike. This is because the financial autonomy granted to local governments […]
Fubara Allocates ₦2bn Monthly to Clear Pension, Implements New Minimum Wage
The Rivers State Government has announced plans to allocate ₦2 billion each month towards clearing the backlog of pensions and gratuities owed to retired civil servants. The event, themed “Building Resilient Education for Increased Access to Inclusive Lifelong Quality and Relevant Learning in the Rivers State Civil Service,” served as a platform for the governor […]