Ex-NDDC Boss Ibim Semenitari says Sim Fubara will collaborate with Federal Govt to Improve Rivers Economy

A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party and Former Acting Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Mrs. Ibim Semenitari, says the incoming Governor of Rivers State, Sir. Siminalayi Fubara would enter into collaborations with the Federal Government to foster economic development for the state.

Responding to questions from journalists on May 18, during a press conference in Port Harcourt, Semenitari said the areas of focus for the incoming administration have been highlighted in the manifesto of the governor-elect.

Semenitari who is presently the Alternate Chairman of the Media and Publicity Sub-Committee of the Siminalayi Fubara/Ngozi Odu inauguration, said : “The new administration to all intents and purposes is focused on creating an economically viable Rivers State. There has been specific pronouncement with regards to trying to encourage a bit more with regards to seaport, liaising with federal government to ensure an improved economy.

“Of course, you know that the seaport is exclusively on the federal government list. But, from what the incoming governor has said, there would be a lot of collaboration between the state and federal government to ensure a more economically viable state.

“There would also be a focus on infrastructure development that would encourage small businesses. And, there is going to be a focus on agriculture as a means to encourage small businesses.

“In his manifesto, he (Fubara) has spoken about opening up free land, so that there would be a land tenure that will be possible for people to turn their lands into wealth.

“So, we can be sure of a sound financial management in the next administration. And from his manifesto, the public sector is likely to see a lot of revamping.”