Governor Siminalayi Fubara denies reports of a proposed ₦80,000 minimum wage for state and local government workers, calling them unverified and baseless. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has strongly denied reports suggesting that he proposed a new minimum wage of ₦80,000 for workers in the state and local government areas. This … Read more
PDP Governors support Rivers State Governor Fubara in his conflict with predecessor Wike, emphasizing the need for wider stakeholder consultation to ensure peace. Eko Hot Blog reports that Governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have taken a firm stand on the ongoing political crisis between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Minister … Read more
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara supports President Tinubu’s government, calls for fair investigations to reduce prison overcrowding, and emphasizes the importance of integrating ex-convicts into society. Eko Hot Blog reports that Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has declared his support for President Bola Tinubu’s government, urging stakeholders to do the same for the country’s success. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that both the Senate and House of Representatives on Tuesday, passed bills advocating for the creation of Adada and Etiti states in the South-East. Senator Okey Ezea of the Labour Party, representing Enugu North, sponsored the bill for Adada State. He described the move as bold and justified, noting that the agitation … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has announced Eze Chike Worlu Wodo, the Paramount Ruler of Apara Kingdom, as the new Chairman of the Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers. This decision follows the inactivity and lack of effective leadership under the previous chairman, Eze Ohna Sergeant Chidi Awuse. Governor Fubara … Read more
Fubara of Rivers State affirmed there is no provision for tenure elongation for Local Government Chairmen as per the 1999 Nigerian Constitution, and swore in new caretaker chairmen for the state’s 23 local government areas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, affirmed on Tuesday that there is no provision for … Read more
Didn’t Believe I’d Last A Year In Office – Fubara. He revealed facing challenges aimed at frustrating his administration but pledged not to betray the trust of the people. Fubara promised improved governance in the coming years under his watch. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, expressed disbelief at his one-year tenure during … Read more
Details Of Fubara’s Meeting Sanusi Emerge. Sanusi emphasized the importance of investing in human capital through robust education and skills training programs to drive economic development. He praised Governor Fubara’s administration for its efforts towards growth and prosperity, noting that Rivers’ oil wealth alone is insufficient without purposeful leadership. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 14th … Read more
Otti Praises Fubara Over Road Completion Project The road project was awarded to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation for N6.7 billion. Otti emphasized leadership in serving the people. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Abia State Governor Alex Otti praised Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for completing the 10.98km Aleto-Ogale-Ebubu-Eteo Road in Eleme Local Government Area. The … Read more
Abia Governor Otti visits Rivers counterpart Fubara in Port Harcourt Fubara vows to probe Wike’s administration, says “the jungle has matured” Factional House confirms new Attorney-General to lead investigative committee Eko Hot Blog reports that in a move that further intensifies the political drama unfolding in Rivers State, Governor Alex Otti of Abia paid a … Read more
PDP asserts control over Rivers State after lawmakers’ defection Defectors deemed to have vacated seats per constitutional provisions Party cautions APC against attempts to forcefully take over the state Eko Hot Blog reports that amidst the ongoing political tussle in Rivers State, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared its firm control over the state’s … Read more
Fubara has declared he will not govern Rivers on his knees. Emphasis on unity and determination in protecting Rivers State’s essence and condemning divisive politics. Pledge to govern on the side of truth and righteousness, standing firm against politics of bitterness for the state’s advancement. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi … Read more
Tensions escalate in Rivers State as Wike Supporters Warn Fubara Discord arises during the inauguration of the Nyesom Wike International Market in Omagwa. A political rift threatens to deepen division within the state’s governance dynamics. EKO HOT BLOG reports that tensions escalate in Rivers State. Bright Amaewhule, a supporter of Minister Nyesom Wike, issues a stern … Read more
Atiku Aide Hails Fubara, Credits Him with Ousting Wike. Fubara is credited with ousting former governor Nyesom Wike from power in the state. Olarewaju describes Wike as a displaced politician seeking support from unconventional sources. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Demola Olarewaju, the special assistant on digital media strategy to Atiku Abubakar has described the governor … Read more
Another Wike’s Loyalist Rejects Fubara’s Redeployment, Exit Cabinet Kamalu rejects redeployment, cites absence of peace in the state Cabinet reshuffle follows ongoing political turmoil in Rivers State EKO HOT BLOG reports that Isaac Kamalu, another loyalist of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has exited the cabinet of the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi … Read more
Rivers Crisis Escalates As Assembly Overrides Gov Fubara, Enacts Service Law Lawmakers assert authority by overriding Governor’s veto on multiple bills. Constitutional provisions cited as basis for legislative action in Nigeria’s state governance. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers State House of Assembly, in a session convened on Friday, voted against Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s enactment … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate, Tonye Cole against the election of Siminalayi Fubara as Rivers State governor for lacking in merit. Recall that last week, a five-member panel headed by Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun reserved judgment on the appeal after … Read more
The Christian Association of Nigeria has cautioned Gov. Fubara Fubara urges members of CAN to be constructive in their criticisms of government Assures of partnership with CAN Declares Rivers State as one of the safest and most peaceful states Eko Hot Blog reports that Rivers governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has urged members of the Christian Association … Read more