POLITICS: RIVERS SOLE ADMINISTRATOR SWEARS IN SSG

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete  Ibas (rted), has charged the new Secretary to the State Government, Prof Ibibia Worika, to bring his wealth of experience to bear in governance of the State.

Ibas gave the charge shortly after swearing in Worika as the new SSG at the Executive Chambers of Government House on Wednesday.

This swiftly follows the announcement of the suspension of all government and political office holders and appointees in the state, including the now suspended SSG, Dr. Tammy Danagogo.

According to a statement from the Government House Press Unit, the Administrator, while congratulating Worika, noted that his appointment was not merely an administrative decision but a statement of intent.

He explained that the new SSG has an unparalleled expertise in law, policy and international governance, which align perfectly with the mission to restore law, order, integrity and public trust in Rivers State.

The statement quotes him as saying, “To our new SSG, the task ahead is onerous, but your track record leaves no doubt in our minds that you will prove your mettle. Rivers State needs your intellect, grit and unwavering dedication. Together, we will write a new chapter of progress for this great state.

“Prof Worika’s role will be critical in driving this vision, ensuring that every policy, every decision and every action is in consonance with this administration’s mandate to restore law and order, stabilize the polity and to create the necessary conditions for the restoration of democratic institutions and representations.”

Referencing his maiden address to Rivers people, where he emphasised that his administration will be committed to delivering an effective governance that is anchored on transparency, accountability and service, Ibas enjoined the new SSG to brace up to the demands of his office.

“You have no time to settle down. You must roll up your sleeves and get to work with the team.

“Our civil servants with whom we will work closely to run this administration are critical stakeholders and we must work with them to ensure that the state continues to function effectively during this administration.

“To the Permanent Secretaries and civil servants as a whole, once more I will ask for your kind cooperation and support as we work to achieve our objectives at this time,” he added.