Rivers Grassroot Movement

RIVERS GRASSROOTS MOVEMENT (RGM) CONGRATULATES GOVERNOR SIMINILAYA FUBARA GSSRS ON HIS THIRD ANNIVERSARY IN OFFICE

The Rivers Grassroots Movement (RGM), on behalf of its National Leader, High Chief Amb. Sobomabo Jackrich “Egberipapa”, heartily congratulates His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara GSSRS, Executive Governor of Rivers State, on the occasion of his third anniversary in office.

As a movement firmly committed to the defence of democracy and good governance in Rivers State, we celebrate Your Excellency’s unwavering dedication, resilience, and visionary leadership despite the political challenges that have characterized the past three years of your administration.

Your Excellency’s steadfast commitment to good governance, infrastructural development, and the socioeconomic advancement of Rivers State remains evident through the continuous inspection and ex*****on of impactful projects across the state. This stands as a testament to your resolve in fulfilling the promises made to the good people of Rivers State.

The Rivers Grassroots Movement (RGM) acknowledges and appreciates your courage, humility, and people-oriented leadership style, which has continued to inspire hope, confidence, and optimism among Rivers people.

As Your Excellency marks this significant milestone, we seize the opportunity to respectfully call on the Governor to prioritize the welfare and inclusiveness of his ardent supporters, whose sacrifices, loyalty, and unwavering commitment have remained instrumental to the success, growth, and stability of this administration.

We also pray for divine wisdom, strength, good health, and a successful completion of your tenure in office as you continue to steer the affairs of Rivers State toward greater prosperity, unity, peace, and sustainable development.

Congratulations, Your Excellency, on this remarkable third anniversary in office.

Long Live Rivers State!
Long Live Governor Siminilaya Fubara!
Long Live the Federal Republic of Nigeria!

Signed:

_Amb. I.E. Kelly Rufus, FCILG
National Spokesperson
Rivers Grassroots Movement (RGM)
For: The Group

MY DECISION TO WITHDRAW FROM THE RIVERS STATE GUBERNATORIAL PRIMARIES

Fellow Rivers People,

After deep reflection and extensive consultations with my family, friends, and associates, I have taken the difficult but necessary decision to withdraw from the APC gubernatorial primaries. I do so with a full heart and with a firm commitment to support whoever emerges as the candidate of our great party.

Leadership is ultimately about sacrifice. There comes a time when personal ambition must yield to the greater good of the people. Rivers State is bigger than any individual, and at this critical moment, the peace, stability, and unity of our dear state must take precedence over every personal interest.

To my supporters who stood firmly with me throughout this journey who gave their time, resources, prayers, and unwavering hope, I offer my deepest gratitude. I understand the disappointment, the anger, and the pain many of you may feel. Much has indeed been invested and much sacrificed along the way. But please know that your loyalty and trust were never in vain. My silence over this period was deliberate and strategic, guided always by the higher interest of our state and our people.

As our elders say, not everything a hunter sees in the forest is spoken of in the marketplace. Some truths are best borne quietly, not out of fear, but out of wisdom and restraint for the sake of peace and a greater purpose. It is enough to say that I have faced immense pressures and difficult choices, but my love for Rivers State remains greater than anything else.

I sincerely thank our great party, the All Progressives Congress, for the platform and support extended to me throughout this process. I also express my profound appreciation to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his support and encouragement.

The APC remains our collective home, and I urge all party faithful and supporters to remain steadfast and committed as we continue to build a stronger and more united future together.

Let it be clearly understood that I stepped aside from participating in the upcoming River’s state Gubernatorial election not out of weakness, fear, or surrender, but out of conviction and sacrifice so that Rivers State may move forward in peace and unity and I remain committed to serving the good people of Rivers state till the end of my term.

Thank you, and may God bless Rivers State.

Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS
Governor, Rivers State
May 20, 2026 .

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AHOADA WEST LGA CHAPTER OF RGM HOLDS FIRST GENERAL MEETING IN THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY.

The Ahoada West LGA Chapter of the Rivers Grassroots Movement (RGM) held its first February general meeting of the year on Sunday, 15th February 2026, at Mbiama Town.

The meeting was well attended by leaders, stakeholders, executives, and non-indigenes across the 12 wards that make up the Local Government Area.

Focused on progressive grassroots mobilization and a strategic shift to further strengthen the LGA structure, the meeting featured solidarity speeches delivered in order by Hon. Sam Ajaga, Hon. Marklin O. Marklin, Hon. High Chief Tom Marcurey, and Comrade Israel David Dominion, Ahoada West LGA Coordinator.

The chapter reaffirmed the LGA’s unalloyed loyalty to the National Leader, High Chief, Amb Sobomabo Jackrich (Egberipapa), while declaring maximum support for the administration of Siminalayi Fubara, Executive Governor of Rivers State.

TELEGRAPH “MAN OF THE YEAR” A PROOF OF GOOD GOVERNANCE IN RIVERS STATE.

Based on his administration’s impactful policies and projects within the past two years,His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, Governor of Rivers State, has demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to sustainable development.

His tenure is marked by strategic investments across critical sectors, solidifying and justifying his recent recognition as the New Telegraph Newspaper MAN OF THE YEAR.

Below are some of the laudable projects and policies his administration has boldly implemented and executed in record time:

1️⃣ ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE

• Opobo Ring Road – Completed and commissioned, a major milestone in Opobo/Nkoro LGA.

• Bori Internal Roads – Successfully completed, giving Bori town a facelift.

• Ahoada–Omoku Road Dualization – Commissioned Dec. 2025, serving the oil and gas belt.

• Ihuowo–Ihuama Road – 5.94km rural access road in Ahoada East LGA.

• Omoku–Egbema Road Dualization – Commissioned May 2024.

• Old Bori Road – 11km alternative to East–West Road, commissioned May 2024.

• Ikwerre Rd – Igwuruta – Airport Rd – Reconstruction of gateway to Port Harcourt International Airport.

• Egbeda–Omerelu Link Road – Strategic agricultural connector.

• Obodhi–Ozochi Road & Bridge – First reliable land access to Ozochi community.

• Ogbakiri Junction / Waterfront Rd – Revitalizing historic market route.

• Ogoni–Andoni–Opobo Unity Road (Andoni Section) – Connecting riverine communities to the mainland.

• Emohua–Terma Road & Egbeda Internal Roads – Commissioned during first anniversary.

• Oyigbo–Okoloama Road – Delivered within first 100 days.

• Port Harcourt Ring Road – N195bn flagship linking six LGAs with flyovers and bridge.

• Trans-Kalabari Road – N225bn coastal linkage project (75% piling complete by late 2025).

• Buguma–Abalama–Tema–Degema–Abonnema Road – 19.7km reconstruction by Julius Berger worth N30.4bn.

• Elele–Egbeda–Ubimini–Ikiri–Omoku Road – 31km dual carriage project flagged off May 2024.

• Okania–Ogbogoro Road – Flagged off May 2024.

• Ngo–Atlantic–Oyorokoto Road – Opening up Atlantic tourism and Blue Economy potential.

• Ipo Town / Airport Rd Bypass – Flagged off Dec. 2025 to decongest airport corridor.

2️⃣ URBAN RENEWAL & LAND RECLAMATION

• Abonnema Land Reclamation – Ongoing expansion for development.

• Port Harcourt Electrical Village Phase 1 – Commissioned May 2024.

• Electrical Village Phase 2 – Construction flagged off.

3️⃣ HEALTHCARE – HEALTH4ALLRIVERS

• Bori Zonal Hospital – Commissioned to serve Ogoni axis.

• Ahoada Zonal Hospital – Commissioned Dec. 2025 for Orashi region.

• Medical Oxygen Plants – Installed in Bori, Eleme and Degema (~900,000L/day capacity).

• Dental, Maxillofacial, ENT & Ophthalmology Hospital – Commissioned near Garrison.

• Zonal Hospitals in Omoku and Degema – Near completion/ongoing.

• RIVCHPP Health Insurance Scheme – Over 100,000 vulnerable enrollees covered.

4️⃣ EDUCATION & HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT

• Approval for 5,000 teacher recruitment (Jan. 2026).

• Massive renovation of secondary schools statewide, including Borikiri.

• Infrastructure and institutional support for Rivers State University and Ignatius Ajuru University of Education.

5️⃣ HOUSING & PUBLIC BUILDINGS

• Rivers State Judges’ Quarters – Newly built and commissioned.

• Greater TAF City Estate – PPP housing scheme (1,000+ units; Phase 1 commissioned Dec. 2025).

• Permanent Secretaries’ Quarters – Enhancing welfare of senior civil servants.

• Rivers State Assembly Complex – Reconstruction Almost Complete.

• Upgrade of National Youth Service Corps orientation camp at Nonwa-Gbam with new 1,000-capacity hostel.

6️⃣ ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT

• N4 Billion Enterprise Fund in partnership with Bank of Industry supporting 3,000+ SMEs.

• Rivers State Job Fair held with Nigeria Employers Consultative Association connecting youths to jobs and ICT training.

• Civil Service Welfare Improvements:

– N2bn monthly pension/gratuity clearance
– Payment of 8 months salary arrears for health workers
– N100,000 Christmas bonus (Dec. 2023)

7️⃣ AGRICULTURE & BLUE ECONOMY

• Partnership with NDE to revive farm centres for youth training.

• Oyorokoto Beach development boosted by Ngo-Atlantic Road.

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These achievements reflect a leadership focused on infrastructure, welfare, economic growth and inclusive development.

Governor Fubara’s recognition as MAN OF THE YEAR is not just symbolic — it reflects visible progress and measurable impact across Rivers State.

We congratulate the governor for this honor and use this opportunity to reassure him of our continued support.

CONGRATULATIONS YOUR EXCELLENCY

High Chief Hon. Amb Sobomabo Jackrich
National Leader, Rivers Grassroot Movement (RGM)

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