Fubara Signs 2026 Rivers Budget Into Law, Describes It As ‘Breath Of Fresh Air’

Fubara Signs 2026 Rivers Budget Into Law, Describes It as ‘Breath of Fresh Air’ Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has signed the state’s much-anticipated 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, describing the budget as a “breath of fresh air. Fubara signed the budget on Thursday at the State Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital. The signing marks the formal commencement of the implementation of the state’s 2026 fiscal plan and provides the legal framework for government spending throughout the year. The governor said the budget represents a new phase for Rivers State and is expected to support the administration’s development priorities across key sectors. According to Fubara, the appropriation is designed to provide the resources needed to advance infrastructure, public services and other programmes aimed at improving the welfare of residents. The governor’s description of the budget as a “breath of fresh air” reflects his expectation that its implementation will bring renewed momentum to the state’s development agenda. The signing ceremony was attended by members of the State Executive Council and other government officials. With the bill now signed into law, ministries, departments and agencies of the Rivers State Government can proceed with programmes and projects contained in the 2026 fiscal plan. The governor is expected to monitor implementation to ensure that approved funds are effectively deployed toward projects and initiatives that directly benefit the people of Rivers State. The 2026 Appropriation Act is expected to shape the state’s economic and development activities throughout the year.