Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has been appointed as the Administrator of Rivers State. He has pledged to work with various stakeholders to maintain law and order in the midst of a declared state of emergency due to ongoing political crises. With significant experience as the former Chief of Naval Staff, Ibas’s leadership is expected to foster peace and stability in the region.
Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, the newly appointed Administrator of Rivers State, emphasized his commitment to maintaining law and order within the state. His remarks came during a briefing with State House Correspondents following his swearing-in ceremony conducted by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. Notable attendees included Attorney General Lateef Fagbemi and Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, among other presidential aides.
In relation to the ongoing political unrest, Ibas highlighted, “Mr. President made it very clear in his broadcast that the main issue is that of maintaining law and order in the state.” He underscored the necessity for collaborative efforts amongst all stakeholders to foster peace, stability, and security for the residents and the government of Rivers State and Nigeria as a whole.
The state of emergency in Rivers was declared by President Tinubu in response to the prolonged political crisis. Ibas has been appointed to oversee the state’s affairs for an initial six-month term under this state of emergency. Born on September 27, 1960, Ibas has had a distinguished military career, including serving as the Chief of Naval Staff from August 2015 until his retirement in 2021, after which he was appointed Nigerian High Commissioner to Ghana until 2023.
Vice Admiral Ibas’s commitment to maintaining order and collaboration signals a focused approach to stabilizing Rivers State amidst its ongoing political turmoil. His leadership, coupled with the support of the Federal Government, aims to restore peace and security for the citizens. The state of emergency underlines the urgency of the situation, while Ibas’s extensive military background positions him as a capable leader during this critical period.
Original Source: nannews.ng
