Fubara’s five-man cabinet sparks fresh concerns in Rivers
Governor Fubara’s five-man Rivers cabinet raises concerns among stakeholders despite political truce. Key ministries lack leadership, impacting governance Read More: https://punchng.com/fubaras-five-man-cabinet-sparks-fresh-concerns-in-rivers/
Nearly five months after the dissolution of the five-man cabinet in Rivers State, concerns have arisen regarding the lack of a functioning government. Governor Siminalayi Fubara, who appointed five commissioners after a political crisis, now faces criticism for the absence of key ministry heads. The South-South Youths Initiative (SSYI) has expressed disappointment, stating that governance with only five commissioners is merely an illusion of peace.
They questioned how such a small team could effectively manage the state's 23 local government areas and implement policies across various sectors. The Civil Liberties Organisation (CLO) echoed these concerns, emphasizing that a skeletal cabinet hinders accountability, sectoral oversight, and timely delivery of projects. Both organizations urged the state House of Assembly to promptly screen and approve the remaining commissioner-nominees to restore functional governance.
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