Timi Frank Alleges Supreme Court Ruling On Rivers LG Funds Is A Plot To Weaken Fubara’s Government

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reassured residents that his administration will fully implement the Supreme Court’s ruling after carefully reviewing its Certified True Copy (CTC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statewide broadcast on Sunday, Fubara revealed that he had consulted with his legal team, who expect to receive the CTC by Friday, March 7, 2025.

The governor reaffirmed his commitment to constitutional governance, emphasizing that all actions taken by his administration will align with the rule of law.

Meanwhile, Fubara has directed the Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAs) to take charge of the 23 local government councils following the Supreme Court’s nullification of the October 5, 2023, local government elections.

He explained that civil servants will oversee the councils’ operations until the State Electoral Commission conducts fresh elections. Additionally, he instructed the outgoing local government chairmen to formally hand over to the HLGAs by Monday (tomorrow).

Governor Fubara’s Full Statement:

“My dear people of Rivers State, we are all aware of the recent Supreme Court judgments and pronouncements concerning the ongoing political disputes in our dear State.

“Although we may not agree with the judgments, as a law-abiding government, we are duty-bound to comply with the orders issued therein.

“Since assuming office, we have conducted government affairs within the framework of our Constitution, upholding due process and the rule of law.

“While we acknowledge that we are not infallible, we have not, as a government, intentionally disregarded the principles of constitutional governance.

“Accordingly, I have met with my legal team, who have assured me that the Certified True Copy of the judgment will likely be available by Friday, March 7, 2025.”