Presidential Directive: Vice Admiral Ibok Ekwe Ibas Takes Over as Rivers State Administrator

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Vice Admiral Ibok Ekwe Ibas (rtd) as the newly appointed administrator of Rivers State at the State House. This development comes amidst the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, which has been marked by tensions between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike .

The appointment of Vice Admiral Ibas, a retired naval officer, as the administrator of Rivers State is seen as a move to restore stability and order in the state. However, some critics have raised concerns about the legality and constitutionality of the appointment .

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As the situation in Rivers State continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how the appointment of Vice Admiral Ibas will impact the state’s political landscape.