Mr Okereke, however, said that when established, it should be completely decentralised for effective service delivery.
Mr Fubara said he had aligned with the Wike-led Rainbow Coalition to advance the interests of the ruling APC in Rivers.
The NNPP founder urged members who had left due to the internal crisis to return, promising a level playing ground for all.
The application was brought pursuant to Section 17 of the Court of Appeal Act, Order 4 Rule 6(2) of the Court of Appeal Rules, 2021, and under the court’s inherent jurisdiction.
Court adjourned the trial of five men accused of failure to disclose the whereabouts of former Governor Timipre Sylva of Bayelsa until October 5.
“Today, a lot of states are not owing salaries…. A lot of states are able to empower people to produce rather than consume,” said Mr Otti.
Mr Tsegba expressed concern over what he described as the failure of elected representatives to speak out against persistent attacks and killings in their constituencies.
“The party is now rebuilding and will come out stronger and better,” stated Mao Ohuabunwa.
“A rigged election in 2027 could be the trigger for a very devastating outcome for the country,’’ Sam Amadi warned.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya commended Ashaka Cement for its contributions to Gombe’s socio-economic development and industrial growth.
