Siminalayi Fubara
Governor, Rivers State
Peoples Democratic Party Rivers State
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Amaopusenibo Siminalayi Fubara, born on 28 January 1975 in Opobo/Nkoro, Rivers State, is an accountant-turned-politician who became the Governor of Rivers State on 29 May 2023 under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Fubara, who previously served as the Accountant-General of the state, won the 2023 election with over 62% of the vote. His governance focused on fiscal discipline and infrastructure development. However, in March 2025, a state of emergency was declared, leading to his suspension. The emergency rule was lifted in September 2025, reinstating him as governor.
Education
- B.Sc in Accountancy (Rivers State University of Science & Technology)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting (Enugu State University of Science & Technology)
- MBA and M.Sc in Finance (University of Port Harcourt Business School)
Professional Background
- Began public service in 2003 as teacher/accountant at Rivers State Post‑Primary Schools Board (Alesa‑Eleme)
- Progressed through finance ministry to become Chief Accountant, Director, Permanent Secretary
- Served as Rivers State Accountant General from December 2020 to May 2022 before resigning to contest governorship primary
- Recognised fellow: Nigerian Institute of Management, Association of National Accountants, Chartered Institute of Taxation
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