Fubara not at loggerheads with state Assembly — Rivers govt
The Rivers State Government has dismissed reports suggesting a disagreement between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly over the 2026 Appropriation Bill. In a statement on Wednesday, the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Onwuka Nzeshi, said Governor Fubara was not at loggerheads with the lawmakers, but was working closely with […] Fubara not at loggerheads…
The Rivers State Government has put to rest rumors of a rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly regarding the 2026 Appropriation Bill. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Governor's Chief Press Secretary, Onwuka Nzeshi, clarified that the Governor is not in contention with the lawmakers but is collaborating with them for the welfare of the state's residents.
The government affirmed that the 2026 budget proposal has already been submitted to the House of Assembly and is currently navigating the standard legislative procedures, expressing faith that it will be approved by the lawmakers. The state government emphasized its resilience in overcoming past adversities and cautioned against engaging in another cycle of discord.
Consequently, the administration urged those spreading detrimental rumors to "cease such actions immediately," asserting that tranquility and unity are imperative for the progressive development of Rivers State.
Written by urgent.news from Daily Post Nigeria's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
