Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has officially taken office as the Administrator of Rivers State, following his appointment by President Bola Tinubu.
Ibas, a retired naval chief, was sworn in at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, marking the beginning of his six-month tenure overseeing the state’s affairs.
Ibas’ primary objective is to maintain law and order in the state, as well as balance the power tussle that has been ongoing. Making his first public appearance on Wednesday, Ibok-Ete Ibas disclosed: “First of all, I think we know the circumstances that led to where we are here, Mr. President made it very clear in his broadcast.
“If the main issue is that of maintaining law and order in the state, I think for any meaningful activities to take place in Rivers State, that is the utmost task that I have to work together with all other stakeholders to ensure that we bring peace, order and security and stability to the people and government of River State and Nigeria at large.”
President Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and members of the state’s house of assembly. Ibas’ appointment is aimed at restoring normalcy and ensuring the state’s affairs are managed effectively during this period.
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