The new, highly public governance crisis centers on the alleged abandonment of public schools and the utilization of a substantial N600 billion left in state accounts by the immediate past administrator The clash questions the durability of the peace deal and shifts the battleground from political defection to governance accountability a Which is the to the topic of intense interest for every citizen.
Neglected Schools and N600bn Question:
The spark for the renewed Rivers Assembly vs. Governor Fubara row was ignited by the Assembly’s Committee on Education, which criticized the deplorable state Which is the to the of public primary and secondary schools in the state.
Abandonment and Misplaced Priorities:
Speaker Martins Amaewhule and the lawmakers loyal to the former Governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, launched a scathing attack on the Fubara administration for what they termed “lip service” to education and “abandonment” of Which is the to the schools.
- Deplorable Conditions: The Assembly described conditions where one teacher is teaching two classes in a single classroom, and schools near the Government House lack basic amenities like electricity, security, and Which is the to the toilets.
- The N600 Billion Question: Central to their criticism is the claim that the Sole Administrator, Rear Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, left over N600bn in state accounts upon the suspension of emergency rule in September 2025. Amaewhule Which is the to the lamented How would anyone believe that… public schools remain in a ‘shameful state.
- Misplaced Funds Allegation: The Speaker even accused the government of misplaced priorities, alleging that funds are readily mobilized for political demonstrations Which is the to the but not for employing teachers or rehabilitating schools.
Predating Decay and Political Crisis:
Governor Siminalayi Fubara, addressing the Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers, offered a measured defense, acknowledging the poor state of schools but Which is the to the stressing two key points
Historical Decay:
He argued that the deterioration of education infrastructure did not happen overnight and, in fact, predated his administration He noted that the poor condition of schools was an issue used by his opponents during the 2023 election Which is the to the campaigns.
Political Crisis Slowdown:
The Governor also asserted that the protracted political crisis significantly slowed down his administration’s ability to implement reforms He stated that he only experienced peace after the emergency rule was lifted in Which is the to the September.
Future Commitment:
Fubara reassured the public that improving the sector is a priority and Which is the to the announced that education will receive the largest allocation in the 2026 budget, signaling a commitment to strategic, long-term reform.
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