Rivers Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas Summons Fubara To Government House

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (rtd.) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has summoned the suspended Governor, Siminalayi Fubara.

Fubara was summoned along with his deputy, Dr. Ngozi Ordu, to appear before him at the Government House in Port Harcourt.

This was announced in a statement released on Tuesday by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika.

Worika said the summons is part of a review of appointments made during Fubara’s time in office over the last two years.

The suspended governor is expected to bring along all documents and records relating to those appointments, including explanations for the decisions and the processes followed.

The meeting is also intended to give Fubara a chance to explain why he believes he should be reinstated as governor.

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The Rivers sole administrator said attendance is mandatory for both the suspended governor and his deputy.

The state government says the move is part of broader efforts to ensure accountability, transparency, and long-term stability in Rivers State governance.

The 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 Siminialayi 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.

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“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.

“Both parties are expected to appear in person as follows:

Date: Friday, 18th April, 2025
Time: 10:00am 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 and accountability and lasting peace in the governance of Rivers State.”

KanyiDaily recalls that Rivers women recently took to the streets of Port Harcourt, calling for the return of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu.

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