Governor Fubara Revokes N134bn Contract, Sparks Controversy in River State

Governor Fubara of River State revoked a N134 billion contract awarded to China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) by Ibok Et Iba, demanding a refund of N20 billion. The decision raised suspicions and questions among residents and officials, leading to condemnation by the state assembly committee.

The contract revocation came after a meeting of the state executive council, where a new bidding process for the contract was initiated. Dr. Honour Sirawoo, the Permanent Secretary of the State Ministry of Information and Communication, briefed journalists on the outcome of the council meeting.