2027: NDC Guber Candidate, Lulu-Briggs Targets $200 Billion Rivers Economy
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Rivers State for the 2027 election, Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs, has unveiled an ambitious plan to
Rivers State's gubernatorial contender for the 2027 election, Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has unveiled a plan to transform the state’s economy from $20 billion to $200 billion over the next 15 years. During a media chat in Buguma, Asari-Toru Local Government Area, Lulu-Briggs outlined his “Reset Rivers State” program, which aims to shift the economy away from oil and federal allocations to a diversified range of industries.
His administration would focus on improving power supply, logistics, industrial land, tourism, agriculture, fisheries, the blue economy, creative industries, skills development and environmental governance.
To achieve this goal, Lulu-Briggs proposed sustained annual growth of around 16.7 percent, citing the state’s abundant human and natural resources. He addressed concerns about his decision not to pursue the 2023 governorship dispute, explaining that he prioritized the welfare of the people over a prolonged legal battle. Lulu-Briggs also vowed to introduce transparency, stronger institutions, and policies to reduce political influence in accessing jobs, finance, and economic opportunities.
He emphasized that "Rivers State belongs to the people" and promised a new era of purposeful governance aimed at benefiting citizens.
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