Maha Christopher
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to creating a transparent, predictable and investment-friendly business environment to attract investors and stimulate economic growth.
According to The Punch, Fubara made the pledge on Friday during a Technical Workshop on Business-Enabling Reforms and Investment Competitiveness organised by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC) in collaboration with the Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency in Port Harcourt.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Dagogo Wokoma, the governor said the state government remains focused on implementing policies and reforms that will position Rivers as a preferred destination for local and foreign investment.
“As one of Nigeria’s leading commercial and industrial hubs, Rivers State possesses enormous potential. Our responsibility is to transform these advantages into sustainable economic opportunities through deliberate reforms, strong institutions, and effective governance,” Fubara said.
He noted that Rivers State enjoys significant economic advantages, including abundant natural resources, strategic maritime assets, a vibrant population and a strong entrepreneurial culture.
The governor stressed that creating an enabling environment for businesses remains central to his administration’s development agenda, adding that governments play a critical role in fostering economic growth through policies that support enterprise and innovation.
Fubara described the workshop as an important platform for stakeholders to identify challenges, share experiences and develop practical solutions aimed at strengthening the state’s investment ecosystem.
He added that the engagement would help align government policies with global best practices while addressing local development needs.
Speaking at the event, Director-General of PEBEC, Zahrah Audu, said the council remains committed to supporting reforms that improve Nigeria’s business climate and unlock economic opportunities.
She noted that meaningful economic transformation requires strong collaboration among the federal, state and local governments.
Also speaking, Director-General of the Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency, Dr. Peterside Chamberline, said the agency was focused on creating an environment where businesses can thrive, jobs can be created and economic activities can flourish.
“We know that private sector investment is the driver of economic development and progress. We are creating and making Rivers State the preferred investment destination,” he said.
