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BUDGET: Why Rivers Lawmakers Called on EFCC to Investigate Fubara's Government | READ DETAILS

Thompson Nsisongabasi

Mar 17, 2025

BUDGET: Rivers Lawmakers Calls on EFCC to Investigate Governor Fubara's Government | READ DETAILS

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The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued a notice of gross misconduct allegations against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu.

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In addition, the lawmakers have called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to investigate the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Tammy Danagogo, over alleged extra-budgetary spending.

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As part of their decision, the Assembly resolved to publish the misconduct allegations against Governor Fubara and Prof. Odu in three national newspapers.

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The lawmakers, who are allies of former governor Nyesom Wike, have been in conflict with Governor Fubara following his assumption into office in 2023.

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Last week, they frustrated his attempt to present the state's 2025 budget, further escalating political tensions in the state.

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