The Rivers State Government has announced its transition from emergency rule to democratic governance, with a key event marking this shift being an inter-denominational church thanksgiving service. Here are the details:
– Event Details:
– Date: Sunday
– Time: 10 am (guests are asked to be seated by 9:30 am)
– Venue: Ecumenational Centre, Abonima Wharf Road, Port Harcourt
– Special Guest of Honour: Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd), the Administrator of Rivers State
– Attendees: The event will bring together critical stakeholders, including permanent secretaries, local government chairmen, heads of security and paramilitary agencies, traditional rulers, and captains of industry
– Background: The transition follows a state of emergency declared by President Bola Tinubu in March 2025, which led to the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the appointment of Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas as Sole Administrator. The emergency rule was imposed due to a political crisis in the state, but recent developments have paved the way for a return to democratic governance.
The thanksgiving service is part of the government’s efforts to usher in a new era of democratic governance in Rivers State, with Governor Siminalayi Fubara expected to be reinstated to his position.
