Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Sunday, announced that he would present the 2025 state’s budget to the House of Assembly faction led by Victor Oko-Jumbo.
Fubara who made this known during the official commissioning of two ultra-modern community town halls and the launch of a tertiary scholarship and empowerment programme by the Speaker at Akiama and Aganya communities in Bonny Local Government Area on Saturday, applauded the positive relationship between the executive and legislative branches, as demonstrated in the screening of nominees and the prompt passage of executive bills.
Fubara who was represented at the event by the Chief of Staff, Government House, Edison Ehie, emphasized the importance of the government’s collaboration with the Assembly to improve the lives of the people of the state.
In a statement issued in Port Harcourt by his Chief Press Secretary, Nelson Chukwudi, Fubara said:
“The government and the people of Rivers State heartily congratulate you and thank you for being a good ambassador of the Ibani Kingdom. We assure you that, as the executive arm, while the legislative arm remains independent, we will continue to collaborate to ensure prosperity for our people.”
Continuing, he said:
“I thank you, Mr Speaker, for your support to the Rivers State government, as seen in your cooperation. The Speaker has facilitated the screening of caretaker committee chairmen, expedited executive requests, and will soon play a vital role in enacting the 2025 budget.
“Constituency projects are a testament to elected representatives’ commitment to their people. Meanwhile, the 25 former Assembly members who dismissed themselves, have they initiated any projects? Do we see them inspecting or commissioning anything? These are Abuja-based politicians!”
In his response, Oko-Jumbo thanked the people of Bonny Kingdom for their support
for the 10th Assembly and expressed confidence in his backing of the governor, stressing that the Assembly would stay focused despite opposition from enemies of the state.
The Speaker also revealed that the 2025 budget would soon be presented to the 10th Assembly and confirmed that Bonny Local Government would be included in upcoming infrastructure projects.
“We will continue working tirelessly to ensure Bonny Kingdom’s development. Many needs remain, but as the Speaker, I assure you that the 2025 budget, which will soon be presented by His Excellency, will include Bonny Local Government.”