Siminalayi Fubara
NigeriapoliticianMaleb. 20235.1Global Dominance: 0.00%Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State, Nigeria, recognized for overseeing substantial increases in the state's personnel costs. His administration has prioritized worker salaries, achieving a remarkable rise of over 105% in personnel expenses, emphasizing investment in the state's workforce.
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The standoff between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Rivers lawmakers is holding up a N1.85tn state budget.
Osun Election, Kebbi Attack, Air PeaceNigeria· 2026-08-12
Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State involved in reconciliation talks with the Rainbow Coalition.
Rivers Political Reconciliation: Rainbow Coalition Meets FubNigeria· 2026-08-10
Siminalayi Fubara is the successor to Nyesom Wike and has been criticized for his limited political experience.
Wike-Fubara Crisis Was PDP Affair, Not Ijaw Struggle — Ex-IYNigeria· 2026-08-09
Siminalayi Fubara is the current governor of Rivers State who faced political challenges during his term.
Why Fubara Won't Seek Second Term as Rivers GovernorNigeria· 2026-08-04
Governor Siminalayi Fubara is described as the biggest loser in the political crisis in Rivers State.
Fubara Biggest Loser in Rivers Political CrisisNigeria· 2026-08-02
Siminalayi Fubara is the incumbent governor of Rivers State who was criticized for trying to build his own political structure too early.
Wike Reveals Fubara's "Biggest Mistakes" as Rivers GovernorNigeria· 2026-08-01
Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State who commended the establishment of the new plant in his state.
Lokpobiri, Fubara Inaugurate Protective Coating PlantNigeria· 2026-07-31
Governor Siminalayi Fubara's emergence was described as contentious, and he has been involved in a prolonged political feud with his predecessor.
Fubara's Emergence as Rivers Governor Contentious – ColeNigeria· 2026-07-31
Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State and has been included in the APC's campaign council.
APC drafts Omisore into campaign councilNigeria· 2026-07-27
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara congratulated the Nigerian Army on its 163rd anniversary.
Nigerian Army vows to defeat foreign jihadists at bordersNigeria· 2026-07-07
Governor Siminalayi Fubara commended the collaboration between the Federal Government and industry operators.
FG to Probe Rivers Gas Leak, Promises Aid to Bille CommunityNigeria· 2026-07-02
Governor Siminalayi Fubara was criticized for submitting the state’s spending plan late.
Speaker Faults Fubara Over Late Spending PlanNigeria· 2026-06-27
Siminalayi Fubara, the Governor of Rivers State, is committed to creating a transparent and investment-friendly business environment.
Rivers' Commitment to Business-Friendly Environment ReaffirmNigeria· 2026-06-19
Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State who has been involved in a political feud with Nyesom Wike.
Tinubu Brokers Peace in Rivers Political CrisisNigeria· 2026-02-10
Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Minister Nyesom Wike departed the Presidential Villa together in a symbolic display of truce.
Tinubu's Truce, US Deportations & MoreNigeria· 2026-02-10Siminalayi Fubara is the newly-defected Rivers State governor who has not yet been officially welcomed into the APC.
APC Explains Delay in Welcoming Fubara After DefectionNigeria· 2026-02-09
Fubara officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the APC on December 9, 2025.
APC engages Wike to resolve Rivers crisis, Basiru revealsNigeria· 2026-01-30
Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State facing uncertainty over his chances of securing a second-term ticket in the APC.
Fubara & Kano Gov Face Uncertainty for APC Second Term TickeNigeria· 2026-01-25
The Minister of the FCT keeps breathing down the neck of Governor Siminalayi Fubara because he brought him to power.
Why godfatherism in Nigerian politics must endNigeria· 2026-01-25
Governor Siminalayi Fubara is facing impeachment allegations from the Rivers State House of Assembly.
Rivers CJ Declines to Probe Fubara Amid Impeachment SagaNigeria· 2026-01-23
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara defected to the APC in December.
Makinde rules out defection plans after meeting with TinubuNigeria· 2026-01-23
Siminalayi Fubara is the successor of Nyesom Wike and a key figure in the political rift in Rivers State.
PANDEF meets Wike, Fubara amid Rivers State political crisisNigeria· 2026-01-18
Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State who is facing impeachment proceedings.
Rivers APC Urges CJ to Respect Court Order on ImpeachmentNigeria· 2026-01-18
Siminalayi Fubara is facing allegations that are being investigated by a panel set up by the Chief Judge of Rivers State.
Morning Recap: Obasanjo shuns Atiku, S'Eagles win bronze, Matawalle’s nine-way wedding, other top storiesNigeria· 2026-01-18
Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State who is facing impeachment proceedings.
Rivers Lawmakers Proceed with MoveNigeria· 2026-01-17
Governor Siminalayi Fubara is facing impeachment proceedings initiated by the Rivers State House of Assembly.
Rivers Lawmakers Vow to Continue Fubara Impeachment ProcessNigeria· 2026-01-16Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State who is facing impeachment proceedings.
Rivers lawmakers make u-turn, back Fubara impeachmentNigeria· 2026-01-16Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State facing impeachment proceedings.
Rivers Assembly Shelves Sitting Amid Speaker Impeachment RumNigeria· 2026-01-16
Siminalayi Fubara is the Governor of Rivers State facing impeachment proceedings.
Rivers Assembly Fails to Reconvene for Fubara ImpeachmentNigeria· 2026-01-15Governor Siminalayi Fubara is facing impeachment proceedings due to allegations of gross misconduct.
Lawmakers Urge Halt to Governor Fubara's ImpeachmentNigeria· 2026-01-14