The Rivers State Government clarifies that it has not yet received the House of Assembly resolutions regarding the Supreme Court’s judgment of February 28, 2025. Governor Fubara assures compliance once officially notified.
The Rivers State Government has officially stated that it has not yet received any resolutions from the Rivers State House of Assembly regarding the recent Supreme Court judgment delivered on February 28, 2025.
This was disclosed in a statement released by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Tammy Wenike Danagogo, on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. The statement confirmed that neither the Governor’s office, the Deputy Governor’s office, nor the Accountant-General’s office had received any official communication from the Assembly.
Dr. Danagogo reaffirmed Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s commitment to upholding the rule of law. He referenced the Governor’s statewide broadcast on March 2, 2025, in which he assured Rivers people that, regardless of his personal views, he remains a law-abiding Nigerian. The Governor also emphasized that he would fully comply with the Supreme Court’s decision in the best interest of the state and its residents.
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The Rivers State Government also stated that its legal team is actively waiting for the certified true copy of the Supreme Court’s judgment. Once received, this official document will guide the government in implementing the ruling appropriately.
The statement assured Rivers residents that Governor Fubara would take necessary actions without delay as soon as the Supreme Court’s decision is formally communicated to his administration.
The government’s statement comes at a time when political interest in the Supreme Court’s ruling and its implications for governance in Rivers State is at an all-time high. There have been various speculations about how the ruling will be implemented and how it might affect the political landscape of the state.
By making this clarification, the Rivers State Government aims to dispel rumors and reaffirm its stance on respecting judicial decisions. The assurance from Governor Fubara indicates a willingness to follow due process while ensuring stability and governance continue without unnecessary political tension.
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