Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on 12th March 2025, arrived at the State Assembly Quarters to present the 2025 budget but was met with an unexpected barrier—a locked gate.
The development has sparked reactions, with observers questioning the motive behind the closure. Reports indicate that the governor had scheduled the presentation as part of his constitutional duty to lay out the financial plan for the state’s development in the coming year.
Sources suggest that the locked gate may be linked to the ongoing political crisis between the executive and legislative arms of government in the state. Tensions have been high following recent power struggles within the Assembly, raising speculations about a deliberate attempt to frustrate the governor’s agenda.
As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from the Assembly leadership regarding the situation. Meanwhile, Governor Fubara and his entourage were seen engaging with security personnel and aides to resolve the standoff.
More details to follow as the situation unfolds.
