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Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Truths9ja(op): 4:56pm On Jan 20
HOW 26 PRO-WIKE RIVERS LAWMAKERS RECEIVED N350MILLION EACH FOR CONSTITUENCY PROJECTS NEVER EXECUTED

The payments, totaling approximately ₦10.5 billion, were approved and released on September 12, 2025, according to financial records reviewed by SaharaReporters.

Documents obtained by SaharaReporters from a source inside the Rivers State Government House have revealed that at least 26 lawmakers aligned with former Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike received ₦350 million each in September 2025 for constituency projects during the period of emergency rule in Rivers State.

Yet none of the projects have been implemented in their respective constituencies, government sources told SaharaReporters.

The payments, totaling approximately ₦10.5 billion, were approved and released on September 12, 2025, according to financial records reviewed by SaharaReporters.

The payments, totaling approximately ₦10.5 billion, were approved and released on September 12, 2025, according to financial records reviewed by SaharaReporters.

However, investigations indicate that most of the companies nominated by the lawmakers to execute the projects are either inactive, dormant, or suspected shell companies.

How the Funds Were Approved

SaharaReporters obtained a formal memo dated September 12, 2026, signed by Engr. Atemea K. Briggs, Special Adviser on Works, addressed to then Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (rtd.), requesting approval for ₦10.5 billion as constituency project funds for 30 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

The memo explicitly sought ₦350 million for each lawmaker under the guise of executing constituency projects in 2025.

The document stated in part, “The purpose of this Memorandum is to seek His Excellency’s approval for the year 2025 constituency projects for thirty (30) constituency projects for thirty (30) Honourable members of the Rivers State House of Assembly at the total cost of ₦10,500,000,000.00 (Ten Billion, Five Hundred Million Naira) only, being ₦350,000,000.00 (Three Hundred and Fifty Million Naira) only per member.”

The memo claimed the funding was in response to lawmakers’ “desire to bring governance closer to their constituents,” and listed proposed projects submitted by 26 out of 30 lawmakers.

Records show that approval was granted the same day, September 12, 2025, and funds were subsequently disbursed into accounts linked to companies presented by the legislators.

Evidence of Payment

SaharaReporters reviewed a statement of account confirming that at least 26 lawmakers received ₦350 million each through their nominated contractors.

Despite this, on-site checks and local reports suggest that none of the listed constituency projects have been executed.

Sources within the government alleged that many of the beneficiary companies either do not exist physically, have no operational records, or were hastily incorporated shortly before the payment.


List of Approved Constituency Projects As Submitted

The memorandum approved on September 12, 2025 contained a detailed schedule of constituency projects and the private firms nominated by the lawmakers to execute them. SaharaReporters obtained the full list, which shows that each project was tied to a specific company presented by the affected legislators.

The projects and their designated contractors include: Abua/Odual: Building and furnishing of a cottage hospital at Emago Kugbo - Margoy Integrated Services; Akuku-Toru I: Construction of 700 meters concrete pavement road in Abonnema and Obonoma towns - Smooth Global Services Ltd; Akuku-Toru II: Construction of police quarters at Kula Community - Trust Optima Multiventures Ltd; Andoni: Ultra-modern town hall and furnishing at Ikuru Town - Skypye Link Nig. Ltd; Asari-Toru I: Construction and equipping of an ultra-modern fire service station in Buguma - Prime Construction, Maritime and Logistics Ltd; Asari-Toru II: Construction of Information Technology/CBT Park at Abalama Community - Jog Development Ltd;Ahoada East I: Reconstruction and furnishing of 10 classroom blocks and construction of a community town hall at Udemisama - Sa-Tech Optimum Limited; Emohua: Construction of community town hall at Okporowu Ogbakiri - C & C Integrated Engineering Services Ltd; Etche I: Construction and furnishing of a modern civic centre at Igbo Etche - Kumodel Global Energy Ltd and Etche II: Construction of civic centre at Igbo Etche - Watering Heights Ltd.

Others are Eleme: Construction and furnishing of ultra-modern community town hall and police post - Oathword Petroleum Development Company; Port Harcourt I: Construction of lock-up shops at Oroworukwo Community - Sochil Logistics; Port Harcourt II: Rehabilitation and furnishing of Rumuobiokwe Community Hall; installation of 500KVA transformer at Okereke Street, Mile 2, Diobu; and construction of public convenience - Benkesi Resources Ltd; Port Harcourt III: Construction of town hall at Bie Ama Community, Borokiri - Rojus Worldwide Services Ltd; Okrika: Construction of livestock market in Okrika Town - Burumo Ltd; Ogu/Bolo: Electrification of Ikpaoma Community - Beavs Consulting Ltd; and Ikwerre: Construction and furnishing of civic centre at Omademe Town - Construe Ltd.

Others are ONELGA II: Construction and furnishing of ultra-modern town hall in Ward 12 - PSC Stores Ltd; ONELGA I: Construction of town hall at Osiakpu - Ugada C. J. Ventures; Omumma: Construction and furnishing of civic centre at Ofeh - Scott Nigeria Ltd; Gokana: Construction of classroom blocks, assembly hall and ICT centre at Community Secondary School, Bua-Yeghe - Dren Logistics Ltd; Tai: Construction of town hall with ICT facilities at Buji Tai - Anbo Fabrication Nigeria Ltd; Khana I: Construction and furnishing of modern community town hall at Gwara - The Porters Partners Ltd; Oyigbo: Construction and furnishing of ultra-modern town hall with ICT facilities - Delapex Resources Ltd; Obio/Akpor I: Construction of classroom blocks for Community Secondary School, Eliozu - Beavers and Builders Ltd and Obio/Akpor II: Construction of town hall at Eneka Rumuonu - Alalad Enterprises and CS.

Despite these approvals, SaharaReporters could not verify the execution of any of these projects.

Background

Rivers State was placed under emergency rule in March 2025 following a violent political conflict between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.

On September 17, 2025, President Bola Tinubu lifted the emergency rule, effective from midnight.

Governor Fubara, his deputy, and the State House of Assembly were scheduled to resume official duties from September 18, 2025. Fubara physically returned to Port Harcourt on September 19, 2025, where he was welcomed by supporters before resuming work at Government House.

Impeachment Proceedings Begin

On January 8, 2026, SaharaReporters reported that impeachment proceedings were formally initiated against Governor Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu.

During a plenary session presided over by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, Majority Leader Major Jack read allegations of gross misconduct against the governor.

At least 26 lawmakers signed the notice of impeachment, which the House claimed was in line with constitutional provisions. Amaewhule announced that the notice would be served on Governor Fubara within seven days.

A separate impeachment notice was also read against Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu by Deputy Majority Leader Linda Stewart.

Twists and U-Turns in the Impeachment Plot

After the initial move, four lawmakers temporarily withdrew their support, calling for political dialogue instead of impeachment.

However, days later, the same lawmakers reversed their position, insisting that the impeachment process must continue.
https://saharareporters.com/2026/01/20/exclusive-how-26-pro-wike-rivers-lawmakers-received-n350million-each-constituency

Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Truths9ja(op):
26 pro Wike lawmakers are just purely wicked here, still they are threatening Governor Fubara of impeachment. The law must take it course. These lawmakers must be recalled in their various constituencies.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Moroccoguy: 4:58pm On Jan 20
Wahala be like Wike and his goons.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Truths9ja(op): 4:59pm On Jan 20
EFCC need to swing into action by inviting all of them for proper questioning.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by insidelife22(m): 5:16pm On Jan 20
The kind corruption wey dey Nigeria is enough to name the country Corruptgeria
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Truths9ja(op): 5:18pm On Jan 20
Also don't forget the national Assembly passed Rivers State budget last year.

Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Elusive001: 5:18pm On Jan 20
Truths9ja:
26 pro Wike lawmakers are just purely wicked here, still they are threatening Governor Fubara of impeachment. Theaw must take it course. These lawmakers must be recalled in their various constituencies.
This is what many Tinubu’s supporters here support, corruption.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Elusive001: 5:22pm On Jan 20
Agbadorians should come and defend this as usual.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Savedday2: 5:24pm On Jan 20
You see why I say that SIM is a very weak governor?

Imagine, is during Wike administration the 26 law maker collected these moneys without execution and try to impeach Wike!

I just can't wait for Wike to disgrace that weak governor out of that place.

The annoying part is that, the "Madam" of a governor is hoping on Tinubu to save his ass. But what he doesn't know is that this time around, Tinubu hands is thighed.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by lordm(m): 5:29pm On Jan 20
Criminals, no wonder they would kill to be there
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by muyico(m): 5:31pm On Jan 20
But what is stopping them from impeaching fubara ??
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by OlujobaSamuel: 6:23pm On Jan 20
So the sole administrator approved constituency project to house members that were not on seat
Later in future, the sole administrator go dey teach about corruption and how he is here to correct errors of past ruler's, as though he has never been part of the rulers
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Ojuntana: 6:26pm On Jan 20
No wonder they bought a 2025 camry for their master
Dem don chop belleful com dey fart all over the place
Even the fight with the gov is based on 35% he refused to give their god
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by AwkaFinest: 6:40pm On Jan 20
I'm surprised this is coming this late into the public. It has been a known fact since last year..
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by RISQUE: 8:03pm On Jan 20
Truths9ja:
HOW 26 PRO-WIKE RIVERS LAWMAKERS RECEIVED N350MILLION EACH FOR CONSTITUENCY PROJECTS NEVER EXECUTED

The payments, totaling approximately ₦10.5 billion, were approved and released on September 12, 2025, according to financial records reviewed by SaharaReporters.

Documents obtained by SaharaReporters from a source inside the Rivers State Government House have revealed that at least 26 lawmakers aligned with former Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Nyesom Wike received ₦350 million each in September 2025 for constituency projects during the period of emergency rule in Rivers State.

Yet none of the projects have been implemented in their respective constituencies, government sources told SaharaReporters.

The payments, totaling approximately ₦10.5 billion, were approved and released on September 12, 2025, according to financial records reviewed by SaharaReporters.

The payments, totaling approximately ₦10.5 billion, were approved and released on September 12, 2025, according to financial records reviewed by SaharaReporters.

However, investigations indicate that most of the companies nominated by the lawmakers to execute the projects are either inactive, dormant, or suspected shell companies.

How the Funds Were Approved

SaharaReporters obtained a formal memo dated September 12, 2026, signed by Engr. Atemea K. Briggs, Special Adviser on Works, addressed to then Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (rtd.), requesting approval for ₦10.5 billion as constituency project funds for 30 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

The memo explicitly sought ₦350 million for each lawmaker under the guise of executing constituency projects in 2025.

The document stated in part, “The purpose of this Memorandum is to seek His Excellency’s approval for the year 2025 constituency projects for thirty (30) constituency projects for thirty (30) Honourable members of the Rivers State House of Assembly at the total cost of ₦10,500,000,000.00 (Ten Billion, Five Hundred Million Naira) only, being ₦350,000,000.00 (Three Hundred and Fifty Million Naira) only per member.”

The memo claimed the funding was in response to lawmakers’ “desire to bring governance closer to their constituents,” and listed proposed projects submitted by 26 out of 30 lawmakers.

Records show that approval was granted the same day, September 12, 2025, and funds were subsequently disbursed into accounts linked to companies presented by the legislators.

Evidence of Payment

SaharaReporters reviewed a statement of account confirming that at least 26 lawmakers received ₦350 million each through their nominated contractors.

Despite this, on-site checks and local reports suggest that none of the listed constituency projects have been executed.

Sources within the government alleged that many of the beneficiary companies either do not exist physically, have no operational records, or were hastily incorporated shortly before the payment.



List of Approved Constituency Projects As Submitted

The memorandum approved on September 12, 2025 contained a detailed schedule of constituency projects and the private firms nominated by the lawmakers to execute them. SaharaReporters obtained the full list, which shows that each project was tied to a specific company presented by the affected legislators.

The projects and their designated contractors include: Abua/Odual: Building and furnishing of a cottage hospital at Emago Kugbo - Margoy Integrated Services; Akuku-Toru I: Construction of 700 meters concrete pavement road in Abonnema and Obonoma towns - Smooth Global Services Ltd; Akuku-Toru II: Construction of police quarters at Kula Community - Trust Optima Multiventures Ltd; Andoni: Ultra-modern town hall and furnishing at Ikuru Town - Skypye Link Nig. Ltd; Asari-Toru I: Construction and equipping of an ultra-modern fire service station in Buguma - Prime Construction, Maritime and Logistics Ltd; Asari-Toru II: Construction of Information Technology/CBT Park at Abalama Community - Jog Development Ltd;Ahoada East I: Reconstruction and furnishing of 10 classroom blocks and construction of a community town hall at Udemisama - Sa-Tech Optimum Limited; Emohua: Construction of community town hall at Okporowu Ogbakiri - C & C Integrated Engineering Services Ltd; Etche I: Construction and furnishing of a modern civic centre at Igbo Etche - Kumodel Global Energy Ltd and Etche II: Construction of civic centre at Igbo Etche - Watering Heights Ltd.

Others are Eleme: Construction and furnishing of ultra-modern community town hall and police post - Oathword Petroleum Development Company; Port Harcourt I: Construction of lock-up shops at Oroworukwo Community - Sochil Logistics; Port Harcourt II: Rehabilitation and furnishing of Rumuobiokwe Community Hall; installation of 500KVA transformer at Okereke Street, Mile 2, Diobu; and construction of public convenience - Benkesi Resources Ltd; Port Harcourt III: Construction of town hall at Bie Ama Community, Borokiri - Rojus Worldwide Services Ltd; Okrika: Construction of livestock market in Okrika Town - Burumo Ltd; Ogu/Bolo: Electrification of Ikpaoma Community - Beavs Consulting Ltd; and Ikwerre: Construction and furnishing of civic centre at Omademe Town - Construe Ltd.

Others are ONELGA II: Construction and furnishing of ultra-modern town hall in Ward 12 - PSC Stores Ltd; ONELGA I: Construction of town hall at Osiakpu - Ugada C. J. Ventures; Omumma: Construction and furnishing of civic centre at Ofeh - Scott Nigeria Ltd; Gokana: Construction of classroom blocks, assembly hall and ICT centre at Community Secondary School, Bua-Yeghe - Dren Logistics Ltd; Tai: Construction of town hall with ICT facilities at Buji Tai - Anbo Fabrication Nigeria Ltd; Khana I: Construction and furnishing of modern community town hall at Gwara - The Porters Partners Ltd; Oyigbo: Construction and furnishing of ultra-modern town hall with ICT facilities - Delapex Resources Ltd; Obio/Akpor I: Construction of classroom blocks for Community Secondary School, Eliozu - Beavers and Builders Ltd and Obio/Akpor II: Construction of town hall at Eneka Rumuonu - Alalad Enterprises and CS.

Despite these approvals, SaharaReporters could not verify the execution of any of these projects.

Background

Rivers State was placed under emergency rule in March 2025 following a violent political conflict between Governor Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.

On September 17, 2025, President Bola Tinubu lifted the emergency rule, effective from midnight.

Governor Fubara, his deputy, and the State House of Assembly were scheduled to resume official duties from September 18, 2025. Fubara physically returned to Port Harcourt on September 19, 2025, where he was welcomed by supporters before resuming work at Government House.

Impeachment Proceedings Begin

On January 8, 2026, SaharaReporters reported that impeachment proceedings were formally initiated against Governor Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu.

During a plenary session presided over by Speaker Martins Amaewhule, Majority Leader Major Jack read allegations of gross misconduct against the governor.

At least 26 lawmakers signed the notice of impeachment, which the House claimed was in line with constitutional provisions. Amaewhule announced that the notice would be served on Governor Fubara within seven days.

A separate impeachment notice was also read against Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu by Deputy Majority Leader Linda Stewart.

Twists and U-Turns in the Impeachment Plot

After the initial move, four lawmakers temporarily withdrew their support, calling for political dialogue instead of impeachment.

However, days later, the same lawmakers reversed their position, insisting that the impeachment process must continue.

~ Sahara Reporters
Na Fubara dey calm dey pity these men. He has the power to deal with these people but has remained calm yet them feel say him dey unwise. But it won't be long.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Dogalmighty17: 8:30pm On Jan 20
Someone in the Rivers state government house (certainly not Fubara the weakling) is playing a deft political move by putting this out. This is a gentle warning to Wike's men to calm down otherwise, their dirty linen will be exposed to the public. And not only that, if they insist on carrying out their impeachment plot, the EFCC will take a look at them.

Their hands are not clean and yet they are going after the governor.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by emperor4love(m): 9:44pm On Jan 20
Savedday2:
You see why I say that SIM is a very weak governor?

Imagine, is during Wike administration the 26 law maker collected these moneys without execution and try to impeach Wike!

I just can't wait for Wike to disgrace that weak governor out of that place.

The annoying part is that, the "Madam" of a governor is hoping on Tinubu to save his ass. But what he doesn't know is that this time around, Tinubu hands is thighed.
did you actually read to know who approved that
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by ogascomax: 10:08pm On Jan 20
Those are the criminals in River's State. They did not return that amount and those thieves did not reject the money on the grounds that the budget was not approved. But when Fubara gave them 100k each they rush to return it because it was too small.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Racoon(m): 10:09pm On Jan 20
Crooks following after a hardened crooked criminal
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Ofunaofu: 10:10pm On Jan 20
And they pocketed it. No project executed
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Pat081: 10:10pm On Jan 20
Truths9ja:
EFCC need to swing into action by inviting all of them for proper questioning.
EFCC that is cage dogs who can never b useful
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Melagros(m): 10:11pm On Jan 20
COMRADES, this Rivers political drama sef, I don tired to the hear am
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by SmartPolician: 10:12pm On Jan 20
Tomorrow, one foolish idiot will be blaming the white man for keeping Nigeria underdeveloped. Nigeria is a hub of the world's dumbest humans!
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Chucks13: 10:13pm On Jan 20
Can this news be true or just one of those social media stunt?
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Hmmmmm2024: 10:13pm On Jan 20
So this also applies to the Senate and rep members..like they will submit a list of projects to be executed, monies will be approved and disbursed for those projects, and nothing will be done ? And this thing has been happening since 1999 ? And nobody is saying anything ? Now I see another reason why the country is so under developed
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by daveP(m): 10:13pm On Jan 20
If Nigeria works tomorrow, this state might be the poorest of the poor because of the stinking mediocrity of its so called leaders.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Tenses: 10:14pm On Jan 20
Fubara should use that 350m naira to set their asses on fire. Use efcc, nnpc, icpc, cpc, apc and any other 'C' he can get to witch hunt them since they don't have immunity. He should avoid anythingcourt since wike has the judiciary in his pockets. They will cut him some slack as they will be so engaged to untangle them selves

Game of thrones.
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Opinedecandid(m): 10:15pm On Jan 20
Let the music begin.

More and more tunes should be sang
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by SonOfWords(m): 10:15pm On Jan 20
emperor4love:
did you actually read to know who approved that
What exactly are you trying to say, in essence?

Because the said funds were disbursed on September 12th while Ibok-ette Ibas was still the sole administrator of Rivers.

So what exactly are you implying?
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Passionate888: 10:15pm On Jan 20
The EFCC should be invited to talk to them
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by Dbegining: 10:15pm On Jan 20
One thing im really curious about with this Rivets State House of Assembly is that the main function of the house of assembly is to enact laws.

Have they performed that function in the past 3 years? How many bills have they passed in 3 years?
Re: Pro-wike Rivers Lawmakers Received N350m For Constituency Projects Never Done by TheStoriesOfMan: 10:16pm On Jan 20
These things doesn't happen under PDP era.

PDP, the winning party.

God bless Abubakar Malami
God bless Betta Edu
God bless Yahaya Bello
God bless Godswill Akpabio
God bless Bianca Ojukwu
God bless Mudashiru Obasa
God bless MC Oluomo
God bless Dapo Abiding
God bless HRH Elegushi
God bless Ọbá of Benin
God bless Ifeanyi Okowa
God bless Ifeanyi Ugwunwanyi
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