Rivers Assembly reviews Fubara’s commissioner nominees
Siminalayi Fubara, Governor of Rivers State, has sent a list of commissioner nominees to the House of Assembly for screening. Nine nominees appeared before the lawmakers, introducing themselves and responding to questions. The screening process follows recent political developments and the restoration of democratic governance in the state. The nominees were required to submit extensive documentation ahead of the confirmation process.
Key takeaways
- The Rivers State House of Assembly is screening commissioner nominees sent by Siminalayi Fubara.
- Nine nominees, including Datonye Alasia and Tonye Bellgam, appeared before the Assembly.
- The list was submitted to the House on March 5, 2026, after the dissolution of the State Executive Council.
- The Assembly issued a notice on March 3, 2026, directing nominees to submit required documents.
- The screening follows the lifting of a state of emergency by Bola Tinubu on September 17, 2025, which had been imposed on March 18, 2025.
