Fubara Dissolves Rivers State Pensions Board
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has announced the immediate dissolution of the Rivers State Pensions Board.
The decision, disclosed in a statement issued on Saturday from Government House, Port Harcourt, takes effect without delay.
While details of the move remain limited, the Governor’s directive is expected to pave the way for reorganising the Board’s structure and operations.
The Rivers State Pensions Board is responsible for managing the retirement benefits of public servants in the state, a function that has often been a subject of public concern and scrutiny.
Stakeholders have consistently called for reforms to ensure transparency, efficiency, and prompt payment of pensions.
Governor Fubara’s action is seen as part of his administration’s broader effort to reposition critical state institutions.
Analysts note that pension administration is a sensitive issue in Rivers, where retirees have repeatedly urged government intervention to address delays and irregularities in the system.
Although no replacement framework has yet been unveiled, the Governor is expected to announce new measures in the coming days to ensure continuity and restore confidence among pensioners and the wider public.
The dissolution marks a significant step in Fubara’s ongoing push to restructure governance in Rivers State and could have wide-ranging implications for the welfare of retired civil servants.
