The newly sworn-in sole administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has pledged to collaborate with stakeholders to restore peace and stability to the crisis-ridden state.
Ibas, a retired vice admiral and former Chief of Naval Staff, was sworn in by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday following the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers.
The move also saw the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Odu, and members of the state’s legislature.
The political turmoil in Rivers has been fueled by a prolonged power struggle between Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who is now the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.
The battle for control over the state’s political structure has led to heightened tensions and instability.
Speaking shortly after taking the oath of office, Ibas emphasized that his primary duty was to restore law and order in the state as directed by President Tinubu.
“Mr. President made it very clear in his broadcast that the main issue is maintaining law and order in the state,” Ibas said.
“For any meaningful activities to take place in Rivers, the utmost task is that I will have to work together with all other stakeholders to ensure that we bring peace, order, security, and stability to the people and government of Rivers State and Nigeria at large.”
Meanwhile, the Senate has deferred its decision on approving the state of emergency declaration until Thursday, following a heated debate in the chamber.
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