Fubara signs N1.84tn budget, thanks Wike, lawmakers

Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has signed the N1.84tn 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, describing it as a "breath of fresh air" and the beginning of a new chapter of unity and progress for the state. The budget, which was presented to the state House of Assembly on July 10, 2026, was passed on Thursday, paving the way for its assent.

Fubara expressed gratitude to God, stakeholders, and lawmakers for the successful passage of the budget, and acknowledged the role of Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in facilitating the process.

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