Gov Fubara Writes Rivers Assembly Again, Proposes Wednesday for 2025 Budget Presentation

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has once again written to the Rivers State House of Assembly, proposing March 19 at 11:00 a.m. or any other time convenient for the House for the presentation of the 2025 state budget.

In a letter addressed to the Speaker of the Assembly, Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule, Governor Fubara recalled his earlier attempt to present the budget on March 12, which was unsuccessful after he was denied entry into the Assembly premises.

Fubara stated that his attempt was in compliance with a Supreme Court judgment, which he noted also mandated the Assembly to carry out its functions within constitutional boundaries.

He reminded the Speaker that the House had previously issued a 48-hour ultimatum for the budget presentation, even before he was served with a certified true copy of the judgment and enrolled orders.

Fubara urged all arms of government to exercise their duties within legal and constitutional frameworks for the benefit of the people.

“No matter the depth of our differences, we believe the interests of the state and our people should take priority over political conflicts,” he stated