In a significant development in Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has officially sworn in the newly appointed Caretaker Chairmen of the 23 local government areas in the state. The ceremony took place at the Executive Council Chambers of Government House in Port Harcourt on Wednesday.
The appointments followed the expiration of the previous Chairmen's tenure on June 17, 2024. Governor Fubara had submitted the names for screening and confirmation to the State Assembly on Tuesday, ensuring a smooth transition in local governance.
The State Assembly successfully confirmed the following individuals as Caretaker Chairmen for their respective local government areas:
Abua/Odua LGA – Madigai Dickson
Ahoada East LGA – Hon. Happy Benneth
Ahoada West LGA – Mr. Daddy John Green
Akuku Toru LGA – Otonye Briggs
Andoni LGA – Reginald Ekaan
Asari Toru LGA – Orolosoma Amachree
Bonny LGA – Alabota Anengi Barasua
Degema LGA – Anthony Soberekon
Eleme LGA – Brian Gokpa
Emohua LGA – David Omereji
Etche LGA – John Otamiri
Gokana LGA – Kenneth Kpeden
Ikwerre LGA – Darlington Orji
Khana LGA – Marvin Yobana
Obio/Akpor LGA – Chijioke Ihunwo
Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni LGA – Princewill Ejekwe
Ogu/Bolo LGA – Evans Bipi
Okrika LGA – Princess Ogan
Omuma LGA – Promise Reginald
Opobo/Nkoro LGA – Enyiada Cookey-Gam
Oyigbo LGA – Gogo Philip
Port Harcourt LGA – Ichemati Ezebunwo
Tai LGA – Hon. Matthew Dike
This move by Governor Fubara is expected to bring fresh perspectives and leadership to the local government areas, facilitating continued development and governance at the grassroots level. The newly appointed Chairmen are now tasked with the responsibility of steering their local governments towards progress and addressing the needs of their communities effectively.
