Ijaw Groups Warn Against Fubara’s Impeachment
Ijaw groups, including the Ijaw National Congress (INC) and the Ijaw Youths Council (IYC), have warned against the impeachment of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, cautioning that such a move could destabilize the Niger Delta and disrupt oil production. The warning follows the expiration of the 48-hour ultimatum issued by the Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers State […]
Rivers Assembly Gives Fubara 48 Hours To Present 2025 Budget
The Rivers State House of Assembly has given Governor Sim Fubara 48 hours to present the 2025 budget to the lawmakers. The lawmakers said this during plenary in Port Harcourt on Monday. Governor Fubara had on January 2nd, signed a ₦1.1 trillion 2025 Budget into law after presenting it to the Victor Oko-Jumbo-led lawmakers. But […]
Gov Fubara Dismisses Impeachment Fears Amid Supreme Court Ruling
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dismissed concerns over possible impeachment following Friday’s Supreme Court ruling, which recognized the 27 pro-Wike lawmakers and ordered the federal government to withhold the state’s financial allocations until the governor presents the budget to them. The apex court also nullified the 2024 local government elections conducted under Fubara, shifting […]
Power will not change me. Fubara on his 50th Birthday
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has vowed to remain true to his promises to the people, emphasizing that power will not change his values or commitment to transforming the state. Speaking during a visit by state leaders and stakeholders at the Government House, Port Harcourt, to celebrate his 50th birthday, Governor Fubara expressed gratitude for […]
“Rivers Crisis Will Make Fubara a Political General” – Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has expressed confidence that the political challenges faced by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara will strengthen his leadership skills, describing the ongoing struggles as a pathway to becoming a “General in politics.” Jonathan made this statement during the 1st Etche Festival of Food, Art, and Culture Exhibition, held in Etche Local […]
Appeals Court Forms Special Panel for Rivers State Political Disputes
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has created a special three-member panel to address escalating political disputes from Rivers State, starting on November 14. This comes amid intensified legal battles sparked by a feud between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The conflict has led to factional divisions and […]
Court Blocks CBN allocation to Rivers State
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to stop monthly financial allocations to the Rivers State Government. The judge ruled that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s presentation of the 2024 budget before only four members of the Rivers House of Assembly defied constitutional requirements. Justice Abdulmalik […]
Dokubo, Reuben, and Labour Party Leaders Clash Over Rivers Local Government Election
The South-South Zonal Chairman of the Labour Party, Prince Favour Reuben, and the Rivers State Chairman, Hilda Dokubo, have differing opinions regarding the credibility of the local government election held on October 5. Dokubo stated that the election was peaceful and credible, noting that there was no basis for anyone to protest the outcome after […]
Fubara Warns of Oil Threat as Political Crisis Escalates
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, issued a stern warning on Tuesday, stating that oil production in the state could be jeopardized if violence persists. This follows the arson attack on four local government secretariats on Monday. The state government has also established a seven-member judicial commission to investigate the attack, which was carried out by […]
JUST IN: Protests Erupt at PDP Secretariat in Rivers Ahead of LG Elections
Protests broke out at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secretariat in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Thursday, as tensions mount ahead of the October 5, 2024, local government elections. The large crowd prompted security operatives to intervene, managing the situation and controlling traffic, according to Channels Television. The protests were sparked by concerns over the […]
