2027: Amaechi Can Not Be Caged, Wike Doesn’t Own Ikwerre Votes – Eze
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has challenged the lawmaker representing Ikwerre/Emohua Federal Constituency of Rivers State...
Rivers State
Rivers State, the “Treasure Base of the Nation,” is the industrial and hydrocarbon heart of the Niger Delta. As one of Nigeria’s wealthiest states, it is a major logistics hub for oil, gas, and maritime trade. Naija News provides real-time updates on the state’s intense political dynamics, oil-sector developments, and massive urban flyover projects.
Quick Facts & Profile
| Category | Details |
| Current Governor | Siminalayi Fubara (PDP) |
| Capital | Port Harcourt |
| Founded | May 27, 1967 |
| Slogan | Treasure Base of the Nation |
| Geopolitical Zone | South South |
| Area | 11,077 km² |
| Population | ~7.5 Million+ (Estimated) |
| ISO Code | NG-RI |
Geography and Borders
Rivers State is a coastal state bounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the south. It shares borders with Imo, Abia, and Anambra to the north, Akwa Ibom to the east, and Bayelsa and Delta States to the west.
Governance: From 1967 to Date
Rivers is a major political power center in Nigeria, having been led by:
- Alfred Diete-Spiff (1967–1975): The pioneer Military Governor.
- Melford Okilo (1979–1983): The first Executive Governor of the state.
- Peter Odili (1999–2007): A key figure in the Fourth Republic’s early political landscape.
- Rotimi Amaechi (2007–2015): Known for radical infrastructure and educational reforms.
- Nyesom Wike (2015–2023): Dubbed “Mr. Projects” for his focus on massive urban construction.
- Siminalayi Fubara (2023–Present): Currently navigating a complex political climate with a focus on human capital and economic continuity.
Education and Landmarks
The state hosts the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) and the Rivers State University. Iconic landmarks include the Port Harcourt Refining Company, the Onne Port, and the historic Garden City layout.
‘Amaechi Cannot Say He Is Son Of Ikwerre land’ – Rep Chidi Wihioka
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₦6 Billion Controversy: Rivers Assembly Opens Probe Into PAMO University Funding
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ADC Candidate, Members Attacked In Rivers [Videos]
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2027: ‘Some APC Governors Are Scared Wike’s Coalition May Injure Tinubu’ – Sambo
Director of Politics at Arise News, Sumner Sambo, has said some All Progressives Congress (APC) governors are afraid of the coalition being...
Rivers Assembly Under Probe Over Govt Funding Of PUMS
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2027: People Of Rivers State Will Vote, And Their Votes Must Count – Peter Obi
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‘Everybody Knows Wike Is Synonymous With Violence’ – ADC Dismisses Claims Of Winning Rivers, FCT For Tinubu
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Fubara Speaks After Signing 2026 Rivers State Budget
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Fubara Signs 2026 Rivers State Budget Into Law
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Rivers Assembly Passes ₦1.8 Trillion 2026 Budget
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2027: ‘I’m In Charge, Owe Tinubu Rivers State, FCT’ – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has declared he is in charge of the political structure of Rivers...
Wike Endorses Chinda, Declares Him Next Governor Of Rivers
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has thrown his weight behind the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate...
2027: Rivers APC Unveils Deputy Governorship Candidate
The Majority Leader of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Major Jack, has emerged as the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship...
Fubara Upgrades Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Opens General Hospital In Wike’s LGA
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has inaugurated a newly upgraded Neuropsychiatric Hospital and a new general hospital in Rumuigbo, Obio/Akpor Local Government...
I Paid Pregnant Women ₦10,000 To Attend Antenatal – Amaechi
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential running mate, Rotimi Amaechi, has recalled paying pregnant women ₦10,000 each to attend antenatal care while...
Fubara Speaks On Political Crisis, Reveals What Matters More Than Time In Office
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Everything In Rivers Must Not Be Tied To Politics And My ‘Oga’ – Fubara On Fake Workers
The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has warned people not to tie his every deed to politics and his predecessor, Nyesom...
Wike: ADC Alleges Plot To Rig Rivers Election
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has been mentioned in an alleged plot by individuals to manipulate the forthcoming...