2 June – Governor Wike announces plans to complete the University of Science and Technology Law Faculty building. He summons all Permanent Secretaries to give account on past expenditure.[6]
11 June – The Rivers State House of Assembly grants Governor Wike's request to borrow ₦10 billion (approximately US$50,276,600) to finance vital development projects in the state.[8] Governor Wike also expresses commitment to halt multiple taxation.
15 June – Governor Wike dissolves all boards of parastatals and agencies with the exception of the Rivers State Waste Management Agency and the
Greater Port Harcourt City Development Authority.[10] Road
contractors in Port Harcourt receive directives from the Governor to return to site and complete all abandoned projects.[11]
17 June – Governor Wike issues an order demanding immediate dismissal of 344 staff members, including lecturers of the
Rivers State Polytechnic.[12]
19 June – Governor Wike appoints a Judicial Commission of Inquiry under the chairmanship of Justice George Omereji to inquire into the sale of valued assets and funds withdrawal by the preceding administration of
Chibuike Amaechi.[13]
20 June – Governor Wike proclaims himself a "Local Champion", claims he masterminded the election of former Rivers State Chief Executive Amaechi.[14]
21 June – Governor Wike relieves the General Manager of
Radio Rivers Mediline Tador of duties and names Sampson Fiberesima as replacement.[15]
22 June – In his first meeting with civil servants at State Secretariat,
Port Harcourt, Governor Wike gives assurance that efforts are underway to ensure regular payment of salaries.[16] The Governor refutes a recent report that he ordered the sack of 344 employees of the State Polytechnic, describing it as a propaganda to cast a negative light on his government.[17]
25 June – Governor Wike pays homage to
Sir Celestine Omehia while officially restoring all rights and entitlements of the former governor.[18] Governor Wike commissions
South Africa visa
application center in Rivers State capital, Port Harcourt.[19]
26 June – The Governor launches committee to take primary responsibility for the organisation of the
2016 Olympic soccer qualifiers holding in
Port Harcourt on 18 and 19 July.[20][21][22]
27 June – Governor Wike makes unscheduled visits to
Bori General Hospital and
Emohua General Hospital. He pledges to give the facilities the boost they need to function efficiently.[23] The managements of
Dolphins F.C. and
Sharks F.C. laud the Governor for clearing all outstanding salaries owed the clubs.
28 June – Governor Wike announces plans for amendments to the Rivers State Anti-Kidnapping bill to toughen the punishment for those who commit
kidnapping or sponsor the crime.[24] Senator
George Sekibo, members of the
State Executive Council accompany the Governor on a condolence visit to the family of late King Adele.[25]
29 June – A commendation praising
corps members for their significant contributions to the success of the 2015 elections is issued by Governor Wike.[26]
30 June – The Governor tours the facilities of Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals Ltd. in Port Harcourt to endorse the Fertilizer Plant project.[27] Rivers State House of Assembly approves additional ₦20 billion (approximately US$100,553,200) loan for road maintenance as well as construction.[28]
1 July – Governor Wike orders payment of 2-month salary arrears to all employees in the
Rivers State Civil Service.[29] 14 of Governor Wike's nominees to the State Judicial Service Commission,
Civil Service Commission and State Independent Electoral Commission win House approval.[30]
4 July – Acting on instructions from the Governor, Accountant General commences payment of 3 months pension
arrears to government retirees.[33]
9 July – Governor Wike renames Rivers State Polytechnic to Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic as a permanent tribute in honor of the late activist,
Ken Saro-Wiwa.[34] Following a court judgment removing local government Chairs and Councillors illegally elected 23 May 2015, replacements appointed by Governor Wike, confirmed by the House are sworn in to fill up the vacancies.[35]
11 July – Governor Wike unveils initiative aimed at reconstructing a portion of the East West Road connecting
Onne seaport using the expertise of Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) in partnership with the federal government and port stakeholders.[36] Later, Governor Wike and
SpeakerIkuinyi O. Ibani attend a special
Frenchnational day event.[37]
12 July – The Governor embarks on inspection of roads, the Faculty of Law Building project and charges contractors at work to deliver on schedule. The Oroekpo community in Rumuepirikom holds a Service of Thanksgiving for the Governor at St. Peter's Anglican Church.[38]
14 July – Governor Wike pays the Rivers State Police Command headquarters a visit and inaugurates the Traffic Decongestion Committee.[39] Governor Wike also meets with the Executive Board of the Oil and Gas Free Zone at the Brick House.[40]
15 July – Various firms allying with the Wike administration in its efforts to repair the 6-kilometre stretch of the Eleme Junction to Onne Exit Point of the East West Road sign a
memorandum of understanding.[41] Governor Wike conducts an inspection of the revamped
Port Harcourt Refining Company.[42]
16 July – Governor Wike officially installs
Rufus Godwins as Head of Service to take over from Samuel Longjohn who has held the office since 9 October 2012.[43]
18 July – The Governor issues a directive ordering Housing Commissioner Emmanuel Okah to oust unauthorised occupants and squatters from the
public housing estate at Iriebe.[45]
21 July – Governor Wike meets with
Shell Nigeria executives at the Brick House, discussing the relationship between some oil companies and their host communities.[46][47]
28 July – Speaking during a meeting with the leadership of
DAAR Communications Plc, Governor Wike urges media practitioners to remain resolute but fair in their reportage.[48] A total amount of ₦712 million (approximately US$3,578,789) is provided as funding for Riverian students abroad studying via the
Rivers State Sustainable Development Agency scholarship program.[49]
30 July – Governor Wike heads to
Abonnema in
Akuku-Toru local government area where he inspects the construction progress of township road and the bridge linking the town with Obonoma.[50] The Governor appoints
Blessing Didia and Boma Oruwari as acting Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor respectively of Rivers State University of Science and Technology.[51]
3 August – Samuel Kalagbor becomes the interim Provost of
Rivers State College of Arts and Science, following the sacking of Hillary Wordu. Governor Wike appoints Joe Akpa as the Senior Special Assistant on Protocol.[52]
4 August – Governor Wike contributes 64 operational vehicles to security agencies to help tackle crime in Rivers State. Inspector-General of Police,
Solomon Arase visits the Governor at the Brick House.[53]
7 August – Governor Wike assents to three bills passed by the Rivers State House of Assembly. The bills are the Rivers State Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori (Amendment) Law, 2015, the Rivers State Kidnap (Prohibition) Amendment Law, 2015 and the Rivers State Traditional Rulers Law No.4 of 2015.[54]
9 August – Accountant General, Ngozi Abu is removed and is succeeded by Director of Treasury, Dagogo R. Abere.[55]
11 August – Governor Wike launches the commencement of the construction of Elimgbu-Rumuewhara-Rumunduru-Eliozu road in
Obio-Akpor local government area.[56]
14 August – Governor Wike meets with
Chief of Naval Staff,
Vice AdmiralIbok Ibas, pledging support for the
Nigerian Navy to secure the state's waterways.[57] The Governor also held talks with Irish Ambassador Sean Hoy on promotion of trade and investment between
Ireland and Rivers State.[58]
15 August – Governor Wike attends the funeral service of Chief Eze Wobo Onunwor of Oropotoma at the Saint Michael's Anglican Church, Rumuomasi.[59]
1 September – Governor Wike declares open the
Alice Okolo Bridge in Akuku-Toru connecting the towns of Abonnema and Obonoma.
2 September – Governor Wike inaugurates the Law Faculty Building of the Rivers State University of Science and Technology.[62] Governor Wike commissions the 1.1-kilometre Iloabuchi–Eagle Island road in
Port Harcourt (local government area).[63]
3 September – Governor Wike formally opens rehabilitated Mbano Camp–Old Aba Road to Komkom Railway in
Oyigbo.[64]
4 September – Governor Wike unveils the Oyigbo Market Road then dedicates 50 units of 3 bedroom moderate-income housing at the new Satellite Town, Iriebe, Obio-Akpor.[64]
5 September – Governor Wike commemorates his first 100 days as Rivers State's 6th Governor, thanking his staff and detailing priorities for the coming months.
13 September – In his speech in Port Harcourt during the second plenary meeting of the
Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria, Governor Wike reveals that his administration will assist the
Catholic Church in reviving her missionary schools and making them centres of excellence as started by former Governor
Peter Odili.[66]
18 September – Governor Wike sets up task force to clamp down on haphazard parking of
fuel tanker trucks along Nnamdi Azikiwe Road and adjoining streets.[67]
16 December –
Court of Appeal upholds Election Tribunal verdict and orders that fresh elections be held. The Governor calls on his supporters to remain calm then instructs his lawyers to appeal the ruling at the
Supreme Court.
18 December – Governor Wike presents his proposed 2016 budget to the House.
21 December – House confirms Lawrence Macaulay Pepple as acting Chief Executive Officer of the Rivers State Sustainable Development Agency.
11 June – The Governor gives his opening address at the
12th Africa Movie Academy Awards, calling on actors, producers, directors and scriptwriters to serve as promoters of the state as the investors' destination of Africa with important economic benefits.
29 June – Governor Wike offers his condolences on the death of literary icon
Elechi Amadi.
30 June – Governor Wike hosts members of the
Port Harcourt Male Ensemble at the Government House, praising the group's contributions to the state.[69]
17 September – Governor Wike signs a bill into law extending the tenure of local government caretaker committees to nine months.
6 November – Governor Wike holds a joint press conference at Government House with People's Democratic Party leaders, claiming that members of the
All Progressives Congress had printed fake
ballot papers in an effort to rig their way to victory in the 2016 legislative election rerun.[70]
18 November – The Governor joins First Lady Eberechi to honor the 2016
Women's Federation Cup champion
Rivers Angels in a ceremony at the Government House.
28 December – The Wike administration proposes a
golden jubilee budget of ₦470 billion for
fiscal year 2017.
2017
January – April
1 January – The Governor gives his celebratory New Year's message, reiterating his commitment to promote peace and development.[71]
13 February – Governor Wike welcomes Acting President
Yemi Osibanjo to the state dinner in his honor at the banquet hall of the Government House.[72]
18 February – Governor Wike receives the Governor of the Year Award from national newspaper
The Sun.
26 April – Governor and First Lady make a surprise visit to the Creek Road Market in Port Harcourt to purchase beads, wrappers and household cooking items.
May – August
18 May – Governor Wike, with the First Lady, and their son, make an extensive tour of the
Port Harcourt Pleasure Park ahead of opening.
20 May – Governor Wike attends the Golden Jubilee Cultural Festival at the
Sharks Stadium, and delivers a speech in support of culture enhancement and preservation.[73]
24 May – Family, friends and dignitaries gather at the Brick House to celebrate the First Lady's 45th birthday.
26 May – Governor Wike announces in a speech during the
opening ceremony of the Port Harcourt Pleasure Park that he will build a
movie theater to complement the facilities there.
27 May – Governor Wike presents awards for service to honorees during the Excellent Achievers' Golden Jubilee ceremony marking 50 years since the creation of Rivers State. Former governor Peter Odili pays tribute to Governor Wike, and bestows on him the Grand Service Star.[74]
22 June –
Bathuel Harrison is abruptly removed from office, making him the second Works Commissioner to be dismissed by the Wike administration.[75]
23 June – Information and Communications Commissioner
Austin Tam-George resigns from his cabinet position.
24 June – In a move to provide a fresh slate for the next phase of his administration, Governor Wike sends all commissioners in the executive council on a compulsory administrative leave.[76]
29 June – House confirms
Emmanuel C. Aguma as Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice.[77]
2 July – Governor Wike delivers a
keynote address at the 20th National Convention of the Ogbakor Ikwerre at the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Airport Hotel, expressing his disapproval of former governor Chibuike Amaechi's job performance.[78]
8 July – Governor Wike swears in Emmanuel C. Aguma as the Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice and urges him to ensure that former
Majority Leader of the House, Chidi Lloyd, is duly prosecuted for the
attempted murder of
Michael Chinda.[79]
25 July – Governor Wike inaugurates the reconstruction and rehabilitation work of local roads serving the
neighborhoods of Abuloma, Fimie, Ozuboko and Amadi-Ama.[80]
5 October – Governor Wike holds private talks in the Government House with the Bayelsa State Governor
Henry Dickson to discuss security and improving economic relations between both states.[82]
10 October – Okorite Carrie Adiele, Caretaker Committee Chair of
Degema is sworn in by the Governor, becoming the first woman to hold the position.[84]
3 November – Governor Wike visits the
Financial Times headquarters in
London and discusses partnership on matters including promotion of investment opportunities in Rivers State.[85]
11 November – Governor Wike survives possible assassination attempt.[86]
2 June – Governor Wike announces plans to complete the University of Science and Technology Law Faculty building. He summons all Permanent Secretaries to give account on past expenditure.[6]
11 June – The Rivers State House of Assembly grants Governor Wike's request to borrow ₦10 billion (approximately US$50,276,600) to finance vital development projects in the state.[8] Governor Wike also expresses commitment to halt multiple taxation.
15 June – Governor Wike dissolves all boards of parastatals and agencies with the exception of the Rivers State Waste Management Agency and the
Greater Port Harcourt City Development Authority.[10] Road
contractors in Port Harcourt receive directives from the Governor to return to site and complete all abandoned projects.[11]
17 June – Governor Wike issues an order demanding immediate dismissal of 344 staff members, including lecturers of the
Rivers State Polytechnic.[12]
19 June – Governor Wike appoints a Judicial Commission of Inquiry under the chairmanship of Justice George Omereji to inquire into the sale of valued assets and funds withdrawal by the preceding administration of
Chibuike Amaechi.[13]
20 June – Governor Wike proclaims himself a "Local Champion", claims he masterminded the election of former Rivers State Chief Executive Amaechi.[14]
21 June – Governor Wike relieves the General Manager of
Radio Rivers Mediline Tador of duties and names Sampson Fiberesima as replacement.[15]
22 June – In his first meeting with civil servants at State Secretariat,
Port Harcourt, Governor Wike gives assurance that efforts are underway to ensure regular payment of salaries.[16] The Governor refutes a recent report that he ordered the sack of 344 employees of the State Polytechnic, describing it as a propaganda to cast a negative light on his government.[17]
25 June – Governor Wike pays homage to
Sir Celestine Omehia while officially restoring all rights and entitlements of the former governor.[18] Governor Wike commissions
South Africa visa
application center in Rivers State capital, Port Harcourt.[19]
26 June – The Governor launches committee to take primary responsibility for the organisation of the
2016 Olympic soccer qualifiers holding in
Port Harcourt on 18 and 19 July.[20][21][22]
27 June – Governor Wike makes unscheduled visits to
Bori General Hospital and
Emohua General Hospital. He pledges to give the facilities the boost they need to function efficiently.[23] The managements of
Dolphins F.C. and
Sharks F.C. laud the Governor for clearing all outstanding salaries owed the clubs.
28 June – Governor Wike announces plans for amendments to the Rivers State Anti-Kidnapping bill to toughen the punishment for those who commit
kidnapping or sponsor the crime.[24] Senator
George Sekibo, members of the
State Executive Council accompany the Governor on a condolence visit to the family of late King Adele.[25]
29 June – A commendation praising
corps members for their significant contributions to the success of the 2015 elections is issued by Governor Wike.[26]
30 June – The Governor tours the facilities of Indorama Eleme Petrochemicals Ltd. in Port Harcourt to endorse the Fertilizer Plant project.[27] Rivers State House of Assembly approves additional ₦20 billion (approximately US$100,553,200) loan for road maintenance as well as construction.[28]
1 July – Governor Wike orders payment of 2-month salary arrears to all employees in the
Rivers State Civil Service.[29] 14 of Governor Wike's nominees to the State Judicial Service Commission,
Civil Service Commission and State Independent Electoral Commission win House approval.[30]
4 July – Acting on instructions from the Governor, Accountant General commences payment of 3 months pension
arrears to government retirees.[33]
9 July – Governor Wike renames Rivers State Polytechnic to Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic as a permanent tribute in honor of the late activist,
Ken Saro-Wiwa.[34] Following a court judgment removing local government Chairs and Councillors illegally elected 23 May 2015, replacements appointed by Governor Wike, confirmed by the House are sworn in to fill up the vacancies.[35]
11 July – Governor Wike unveils initiative aimed at reconstructing a portion of the East West Road connecting
Onne seaport using the expertise of Reynolds Construction Company (RCC) in partnership with the federal government and port stakeholders.[36] Later, Governor Wike and
SpeakerIkuinyi O. Ibani attend a special
Frenchnational day event.[37]
12 July – The Governor embarks on inspection of roads, the Faculty of Law Building project and charges contractors at work to deliver on schedule. The Oroekpo community in Rumuepirikom holds a Service of Thanksgiving for the Governor at St. Peter's Anglican Church.[38]
14 July – Governor Wike pays the Rivers State Police Command headquarters a visit and inaugurates the Traffic Decongestion Committee.[39] Governor Wike also meets with the Executive Board of the Oil and Gas Free Zone at the Brick House.[40]
15 July – Various firms allying with the Wike administration in its efforts to repair the 6-kilometre stretch of the Eleme Junction to Onne Exit Point of the East West Road sign a
memorandum of understanding.[41] Governor Wike conducts an inspection of the revamped
Port Harcourt Refining Company.[42]
16 July – Governor Wike officially installs
Rufus Godwins as Head of Service to take over from Samuel Longjohn who has held the office since 9 October 2012.[43]
18 July – The Governor issues a directive ordering Housing Commissioner Emmanuel Okah to oust unauthorised occupants and squatters from the
public housing estate at Iriebe.[45]
21 July – Governor Wike meets with
Shell Nigeria executives at the Brick House, discussing the relationship between some oil companies and their host communities.[46][47]
28 July – Speaking during a meeting with the leadership of
DAAR Communications Plc, Governor Wike urges media practitioners to remain resolute but fair in their reportage.[48] A total amount of ₦712 million (approximately US$3,578,789) is provided as funding for Riverian students abroad studying via the
Rivers State Sustainable Development Agency scholarship program.[49]
30 July – Governor Wike heads to
Abonnema in
Akuku-Toru local government area where he inspects the construction progress of township road and the bridge linking the town with Obonoma.[50] The Governor appoints
Blessing Didia and Boma Oruwari as acting Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor respectively of Rivers State University of Science and Technology.[51]
3 August – Samuel Kalagbor becomes the interim Provost of
Rivers State College of Arts and Science, following the sacking of Hillary Wordu. Governor Wike appoints Joe Akpa as the Senior Special Assistant on Protocol.[52]
4 August – Governor Wike contributes 64 operational vehicles to security agencies to help tackle crime in Rivers State. Inspector-General of Police,
Solomon Arase visits the Governor at the Brick House.[53]
7 August – Governor Wike assents to three bills passed by the Rivers State House of Assembly. The bills are the Rivers State Kenule Beeson Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori (Amendment) Law, 2015, the Rivers State Kidnap (Prohibition) Amendment Law, 2015 and the Rivers State Traditional Rulers Law No.4 of 2015.[54]
9 August – Accountant General, Ngozi Abu is removed and is succeeded by Director of Treasury, Dagogo R. Abere.[55]
11 August – Governor Wike launches the commencement of the construction of Elimgbu-Rumuewhara-Rumunduru-Eliozu road in
Obio-Akpor local government area.[56]
14 August – Governor Wike meets with
Chief of Naval Staff,
Vice AdmiralIbok Ibas, pledging support for the
Nigerian Navy to secure the state's waterways.[57] The Governor also held talks with Irish Ambassador Sean Hoy on promotion of trade and investment between
Ireland and Rivers State.[58]
15 August – Governor Wike attends the funeral service of Chief Eze Wobo Onunwor of Oropotoma at the Saint Michael's Anglican Church, Rumuomasi.[59]
1 September – Governor Wike declares open the
Alice Okolo Bridge in Akuku-Toru connecting the towns of Abonnema and Obonoma.
2 September – Governor Wike inaugurates the Law Faculty Building of the Rivers State University of Science and Technology.[62] Governor Wike commissions the 1.1-kilometre Iloabuchi–Eagle Island road in
Port Harcourt (local government area).[63]
3 September – Governor Wike formally opens rehabilitated Mbano Camp–Old Aba Road to Komkom Railway in
Oyigbo.[64]
4 September – Governor Wike unveils the Oyigbo Market Road then dedicates 50 units of 3 bedroom moderate-income housing at the new Satellite Town, Iriebe, Obio-Akpor.[64]
5 September – Governor Wike commemorates his first 100 days as Rivers State's 6th Governor, thanking his staff and detailing priorities for the coming months.
13 September – In his speech in Port Harcourt during the second plenary meeting of the
Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria, Governor Wike reveals that his administration will assist the
Catholic Church in reviving her missionary schools and making them centres of excellence as started by former Governor
Peter Odili.[66]
18 September – Governor Wike sets up task force to clamp down on haphazard parking of
fuel tanker trucks along Nnamdi Azikiwe Road and adjoining streets.[67]
16 December –
Court of Appeal upholds Election Tribunal verdict and orders that fresh elections be held. The Governor calls on his supporters to remain calm then instructs his lawyers to appeal the ruling at the
Supreme Court.
18 December – Governor Wike presents his proposed 2016 budget to the House.
21 December – House confirms Lawrence Macaulay Pepple as acting Chief Executive Officer of the Rivers State Sustainable Development Agency.
11 June – The Governor gives his opening address at the
12th Africa Movie Academy Awards, calling on actors, producers, directors and scriptwriters to serve as promoters of the state as the investors' destination of Africa with important economic benefits.
29 June – Governor Wike offers his condolences on the death of literary icon
Elechi Amadi.
30 June – Governor Wike hosts members of the
Port Harcourt Male Ensemble at the Government House, praising the group's contributions to the state.[69]
17 September – Governor Wike signs a bill into law extending the tenure of local government caretaker committees to nine months.
6 November – Governor Wike holds a joint press conference at Government House with People's Democratic Party leaders, claiming that members of the
All Progressives Congress had printed fake
ballot papers in an effort to rig their way to victory in the 2016 legislative election rerun.[70]
18 November – The Governor joins First Lady Eberechi to honor the 2016
Women's Federation Cup champion
Rivers Angels in a ceremony at the Government House.
28 December – The Wike administration proposes a
golden jubilee budget of ₦470 billion for
fiscal year 2017.
2017
January – April
1 January – The Governor gives his celebratory New Year's message, reiterating his commitment to promote peace and development.[71]
13 February – Governor Wike welcomes Acting President
Yemi Osibanjo to the state dinner in his honor at the banquet hall of the Government House.[72]
18 February – Governor Wike receives the Governor of the Year Award from national newspaper
The Sun.
26 April – Governor and First Lady make a surprise visit to the Creek Road Market in Port Harcourt to purchase beads, wrappers and household cooking items.
May – August
18 May – Governor Wike, with the First Lady, and their son, make an extensive tour of the
Port Harcourt Pleasure Park ahead of opening.
20 May – Governor Wike attends the Golden Jubilee Cultural Festival at the
Sharks Stadium, and delivers a speech in support of culture enhancement and preservation.[73]
24 May – Family, friends and dignitaries gather at the Brick House to celebrate the First Lady's 45th birthday.
26 May – Governor Wike announces in a speech during the
opening ceremony of the Port Harcourt Pleasure Park that he will build a
movie theater to complement the facilities there.
27 May – Governor Wike presents awards for service to honorees during the Excellent Achievers' Golden Jubilee ceremony marking 50 years since the creation of Rivers State. Former governor Peter Odili pays tribute to Governor Wike, and bestows on him the Grand Service Star.[74]
22 June –
Bathuel Harrison is abruptly removed from office, making him the second Works Commissioner to be dismissed by the Wike administration.[75]
23 June – Information and Communications Commissioner
Austin Tam-George resigns from his cabinet position.
24 June – In a move to provide a fresh slate for the next phase of his administration, Governor Wike sends all commissioners in the executive council on a compulsory administrative leave.[76]
29 June – House confirms
Emmanuel C. Aguma as Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice.[77]
2 July – Governor Wike delivers a
keynote address at the 20th National Convention of the Ogbakor Ikwerre at the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Airport Hotel, expressing his disapproval of former governor Chibuike Amaechi's job performance.[78]
8 July – Governor Wike swears in Emmanuel C. Aguma as the Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice and urges him to ensure that former
Majority Leader of the House, Chidi Lloyd, is duly prosecuted for the
attempted murder of
Michael Chinda.[79]
25 July – Governor Wike inaugurates the reconstruction and rehabilitation work of local roads serving the
neighborhoods of Abuloma, Fimie, Ozuboko and Amadi-Ama.[80]
5 October – Governor Wike holds private talks in the Government House with the Bayelsa State Governor
Henry Dickson to discuss security and improving economic relations between both states.[82]
10 October – Okorite Carrie Adiele, Caretaker Committee Chair of
Degema is sworn in by the Governor, becoming the first woman to hold the position.[84]
3 November – Governor Wike visits the
Financial Times headquarters in
London and discusses partnership on matters including promotion of investment opportunities in Rivers State.[85]
11 November – Governor Wike survives possible assassination attempt.[86]