Fubara writes Rivers Assembly again, proposes date for 2025 budget presentation | READ MORE
Following a failed attempt to present the 2025 budget on March 12, the Rivers state governor, Siminalaye Fubara has again, written to the lawmakers seeking a fresh date.
In a letter sighted on Friday and addressed to the Speaker of the Assembly, Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule, Governor Fubara recalled his earlier attempt to present the budget which was unsuccessful due to being denied entry into the Assembly premises.
He stated that despite prior delivery of a soft copy notice and efforts to submit a hard copy through the clerk, he and his entourage were locked out.
The governor emphasized that his attempt was in compliance with a Supreme Court judgment, which he noted had also mandated the Assembly to carry out its functions within constitutional boundaries.
He also reminded the Speaker that the House had previously issued a 48-hour ultimatum for the presentation of the budget, even before he was served with a certified true copy of the judgment and enrolled orders.
Fubara proposed Wednesday, March 15, 2025, by 11am as a new date for the presentation of the budget or at any other time convenient for the House
He urged all arms of government to exercise their duties within legal and constitutional frameworks for the good of the people.
“No matter the depth of our differences, we believe the interests of the state and our people should take priority over political conflicts,” he stated.
