2026 Rivers Budget: ‘Breath of fresh air’ — Fubara

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara described the 2026 Appropriation Bill as a 'breath of fresh air', expressing optimism for its development potential. He thanked former Governor Nyesom Wike for facilitating the meeting with lawmakers. The budget, amounting to N1,854,248,734,475.76, was presented as an ambitious one, although adjustments were made, including a reduction in the allocation to PAMO University of Medical Sciences. Fubara emphasized the importance of a cordial relationship between the executive and legislative branches.