Governor Fubara Backs Police as New Commissioner Bala Takes Office in Rivers
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the Nigeria Police Force to keep the state secure. He expressed this during a meeting with the newly appointed Police Commissioner for Rivers, CP Mustapha Bala, at the Government House in Port Harcourt. Governor Fubara highlighted the need for professionalism and cooperation between […]
Rivers State Governor Fubara Raises Minimum Wage to ₦85,000 for Workers In River State
In a significant move to support civil servants, Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced an increase in the minimum wage to ₦85,000. This decision aims to alleviate the financial struggles faced by workers due to current economic challenges. The news was reported by News360 Nigeria. The announcement came after a closed-door meeting held at […]
Secondus Praises Fubara for Standing Strong Against Intimidation
Rivers State has always been a hotspot of political activity, with leadership transitions often causing ripples in the political landscape. Recently, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has drawn attention for his remarkable ability to stand firm against political pressure, a quality that former PDP National Chairman, Uche Secondus, was quick to acknowledge and commend. In a statement […]
Goodluck Jonathan Warns Security Agencies to Prevent Breakdown of Law and Order Amid Rivers Election Crisis
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has called on security agencies in Rivers State to ensure peace and order as political tensions escalate during the local government elections. Jonathan’s warning comes as the state witnesses a serious political crisis, primarily driven by a power struggle between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Nyesom Wike, the former governor and […]
Police Allegedly Fire Teargas, Disrupt Council Elections in Port Harcourt Amid Political Tensions
Tensions soared in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Saturday, October 5, when policemen allegedly fired teargas at polling stations during local government elections. Witnesses report that about 20 patrol vans filled with heavily armed officers arrived at Elekahia Primary School, one of the voting centers, where they discharged teargas while voting was in progress, disrupting […]
Fubara: IGP Must Be Held Accountable for Any Unrest in Rivers During Local Election
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has said that the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, should be held accountable if unrest occurs ahead of the local government election scheduled for October 5, 2024. At a press conference in Port Harcourt, Fubara accused the Nigeria Police of trying to interfere in the election to […]
Rivers Legislative Crisis: Amaewhule Faction Criticizes Governor Fubara’s Appointments
The political landscape in Rivers State has become increasingly tense as the faction of the state House of Assembly led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule has publicly criticized Governor Siminalayi Fubara for making appointments that they claim do not follow the law. This situation has exposed the deep divisions within the state’s leadership, and it could […]
Appeal Court Dismisses Case Against Tinubu, Fubara,
In a recent ruling, the Appeal Court in Port Harcourt has dismissed an appeal filed by His Highness Anabs Sara-Igbe and nine other plaintiffs against President Bola Tinubu, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, and several others. The case was originally brought before the Rivers State High Court, led by Justice Chinwendu Nworgu. The plaintiffs had challenged the […]