The Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has urged newly appointed Permanent Secretaries to uphold due process, ensure transparency, and drive effective policy implementation in the state’s civil service.
Speaking during their swearing-in ceremony at the Executive Chambers of Government House, Port Harcourt, Ibas emphasized that the appointments come at a crucial time when experienced personnel are retiring, leaving critical gaps in institutional memory and governance.
The eight newly sworn-in Permanent Secretaries are: Imaonyani Roselin Ephraim-George, Dabite Sokari George, Soibitein Duke Harry, Lauretta Davies Dimkpa, Uche R. Ideozu, Jeremiah Egwu, Nicholas Iminabo Wokoma, and Vera Sam Dike.
Ibas tasked the officials with ensuring that government operations translate into measurable improvements in citizens’ lives. He also called for innovation, digital transformation, inter-ministerial cooperation, and strict financial accountability.
“Every naira allocated must be accounted for,” he said, urging them to be deliberate and transparent in financial matters. “You must challenge the status quo, foster a culture of excellence, and restore public confidence in governance.”
The appointments are seen as a strategic move to strengthen administrative leadership and enhance service delivery across Rivers State ministries.
