ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has revealed that his administration inherited billions in debt from projects initiated by his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.Â
Fubara noted that this has become a significant issue, with numerous contractors seeking outstanding payments for their work.
He made this statement during the inauguration of the Aleto-Ogale-Ebubu-Eteo Road, also known as Old Bori Road, in Eleme Local Government Area.
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Fubara said, “As we move forward, we will be presenting the white paper to show the records and the amounts involved. This project was awarded at the cost of N6.7 billion, and I can confirm that we have fully paid the contractor.
“As we are going we will be going with the white paper to show the records and the amount of the projects. This project was awarded at the cost of N6.7bn. I can say that we have paid the contractor completely.
“The purpose of this is to let the world know that if there is one problem this administration has it’s debt. Most of the projects that are commissioned they are coming for their balance payment and it’s running in millions and billions.Â
“I said I don’t want to talk because I am part of the system. But when you continue to push me to talk, I will say it so that they will see the nyash of the fowl.”