Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has expressed confidence that the ongoing reconstruction of the Rivers State Secretariat Complex in Port Harcourt will be completed and ready for occupation by the first quarter of 2027.
Fubara gave the assurance on Monday after inspecting the extensive renovation work at the Secretariat Complex located in the Old GRA area of Port Harcourt.
The governor’s remarks were contained in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Onwuka Nzeshi.
Speaking after the inspection, Fubara explained that although he had observed visible changes on the exterior of the structures, he returned to personally assess the level of work being carried out inside the buildings.
“We just did a tour of the renovation of the Secretariat. I have been seeing the outer part of it wearing a new look, but I wanted to really confirm how much job is going on, most importantly, the inside, and that is what I just went to inspect myself,” the governor said.
He added that the pace and quality of work had convinced him that the project would be delivered within the projected timeline.
“I think that with the progress of work here, by the grace of God, I believe that by the first quarter of next year, it will be handed over to the government.
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“Like I did promise, every job that we are handling, we will ensure that we put them to completion,” he stated.
The Rivers State Secretariat Complex, originally built in the 1970s shortly after the creation of Rivers State in 1967, is one of the state’s major administrative landmarks.
The facility comprises several high-rise structures, including the 17-storey Point Block, the 10-storey Podium Block, and three additional seven-storey buildings known as Blocks A, B and C.
The ongoing rehabilitation project is expected to transform the complex through structural upgrades, modern office redesigns, installation of contemporary facilities, and improvements to utilities and workspaces.
According to the government, the redevelopment is aimed at creating a more efficient, technology-driven, and conducive working environment for civil servants in the state.