Rivers Governor Fubara to Present 2026 Budget Today

Siminalayi Fubara, the Governor of Rivers State, will present the 2026 budget to the Rivers State House of Assembly today. This presentation comes after the assembly approved the 2026-2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework just 24 hours prior.

The budget presentation is expected to occur in the assembly's quarter auditorium due to ongoing political crises that have affected the legislative chamber for three years. Sources indicate that the budget will be subject to debate.

Governor Fubara's presentation is significant as it follows a period of political tension, with stakeholders previously expressing concerns over delays in budget presentations. Fubara defended his timing, referencing President Bola Tinubu's prior budget presentation to the Senate, which was approved despite the state's emergency status.

The approval of the budget by the Senate was confirmed by the office of Ibok Ete Ibas, although there were arguments that Fubara was not obligated to present the budget until June or July. The current political climate suggests a potential reconciliation between the governor and the legislature.