Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has declared his resolve to move forward despite escalating tensions with allies of his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.
This stance follows months of friction, culminating in Fubara’s announcement that he will no longer tolerate actions he perceives as undermining his administration.
During the signing of the ₦1.1 trillion 2025 budget in Port Harcourt, Fubara addressed controversies surrounding the state’s legislative body.
He emphasized that the Assembly led by Speaker Victor Oko-Jumbo remains the only recognized legislature, dismissing the legitimacy of 27 lawmakers who defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
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According to Fubara, their defection disqualifies them from reclaiming their seats.
Fubara acknowledged past efforts to reconcile differences but maintained that his focus remains on advancing Rivers State’s development.
He highlighted achievements in infrastructure and set ambitious goals for education, health, and agriculture in 2025.
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The governor also commended the three-member Assembly for facilitating the budget process and praised his cabinet for their collaborative efforts.
He urged state officials to build on their 2024 accomplishments, promising to uphold the interests of Rivers State and deliver on key commitments to its citizens.
