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The Rivers State Government has announced the suspension of all political office holders and appointees across the state, with immediate effect.
According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Chief of Staff to the state’s Administrator, the decision was made in line with the powers granted to Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas by President Bola Tinubu.
The suspension affects key officials, including:
- The Secretary to the State Government (SSG)
- The Chief of Staff
- All Honourable Commissioners
- Chairpersons and members of boards, agencies, commissions, institutions, and parastatals
- All Special Advisers, Special Assistants, and Senior Special Assistants
The statement further directed the suspended officials to hand over to the Permanent Secretaries in their respective ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs). In instances where no Permanent Secretary is available, the most senior Director or Head of Administration is to assume responsibility.
This directive takes effect from Wednesday, March 26, 2025.
