Fubara dissolves Rivers state cabinet

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has dissolved the State Executive Council, sacking all commissioners and special advisers. The decision was announced on February 12, 2026.

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, dissolved the State Executive Council on February 12, 2026. This action resulted in the sacking of all commissioners and special advisers.

The dissolution was reported by Daily Trust, stating that Governor Fubara has dissolved the cabinet. ThisDayLive also confirmed the event under the title 'Fubara Dissolves Rivers Cabinet' on the same date.

No further details on reasons or immediate reactions were provided in the sources. The move affects the state's executive structure, but specifics on transitions or appointments remain undisclosed.

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