Rivers State is currently under emergency rule, and retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas has been appointed as its administrator. The state, faced with escalating insecurity and governance challenges, will now see Ibas steering its affairs.
As administrator, Ibas will oversee the implementation of federal directives aimed at restoring stability and order. His authority includes managing the state’s security resources, which is crucial in addressing the ongoing crisis. However, his powers are notably limited to maintaining law and order, without the ability to enact new policies or legislation independently.
This administrative move underscores the federal government’s priority on mitigating risks and ensuring the safety of Rivers State’s residents amid the prevailing unrest.
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