The sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd) CFR, is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika as the new Secretary to the Rivers State Government (SSG). His appointment follows careful consideration of his credentials, extensive experience, and performance during rigorous selection process.
Professor Worika’s distinguished career spans academia, international legal practice, and high-level policy advisory roles, making him uniquely qualified to support the Administrator in the onerous task of achieving Mr President’s mandate.
His appointment takes immediate effect.
Professor Worika’s appointment reflects the Administrator’s commitment to harnessing the great human capital of the Rivers’ people to work with him to achieve the much-needed Peace, Stability and Security.
The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas CFR, is saddened to announce the resignation of the Head of Service, Rivers State, Dr George Nwaeke, FCA, Mni.
His Excellency, The Administrator appreciates the immense contributions he has shown this administration in the short period he served and wishes him well in his future endeavors.
In the interim, Dr Mrs Iyingi Brown, Permanent Secretary Welfare, Office of the Head of Service has been appointed in acting capacity until a new Head of Service is appointed.
While congratulating her on her appointment, The Administrator of Rivers State, His Excellency, Vice Admiral (rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, CFR, assures the people of Rivers State of his commitment to Neutrality, Peace and Stability.
Signed
Chief of Staff to The Administrator