The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (Rtd.) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has summoned the suspended Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, and his Deputy, Dr. Ngozi Ordu, to appear before him for an inquiry into appointments made during their administration.
This was contained in a special announcement issued on Tuesday and signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika.
According to the statement, the summons is part of an official investigation into appointments made over the last two years, during Fubara’s tenure.
The suspended governor has been directed to provide full documentation and records detailing the rationale and procedures for appointments made while in office.
The statement also indicated that the session would provide an opportunity for Fubara to explain why he believes he should be reinstated.
The full statement reads:
RIVERS GOVERNMENT SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
“The Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral (Rtd.) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, CFR, has formally summoned the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, and his Deputy, Dr. Ngozi Ordu, to appear before him for an inquiry into the appointments made under their administration over the past two years.
“Sir Fubara is directed to present all relevant documents and records pertaining to appointments, including justifications and procedures followed during his tenure. The session will also serve as an opportunity for the suspended Governor to provide a clear and detailed explanation as to why he believes he should be reinstated to office.”
Details of the summons are as follows:
- Date: Friday, 18th April, 2025
- Time: 10:00 a.m. prompt
- Venue: Conference Room, Rivers State Government House, Port Harcourt
“Attendance is mandatory. This process forms part of the Sole Administrator’s ongoing efforts to restore transparency, accountability, and lasting peace in the governance of Rivers State.”
Signed:
Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika
Secretary to the State Government
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