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Akawor, AKULGA Boss Extol Virtues Of New Rivers Commissioners

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4 years ago

June 13, 2022

The Chairman, Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Amb Desmond Akawor, has congratulated the three newly sworn-in commissioners as members of the State Executive Council, saying that their appointment could not have come without consideration of their loyalty to the party as men of honour, courage, integrity and commitment to the state.
Akawor said this while reacting to the swearing-in of the new commissioners by the state Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, at the Government House, Port Harcourt, last Friday.
A statement personally signed by the chairman, said, “It is my utmost pleasure to witness the swearing in of the commissioners, carried out today (Friday) by our hardworking Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, of notable personalities such as; Barrister Zacchaeus Adangor, who was returned as the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General; as well as Hon. Isaac Kamalu, who was returned as Commissioner for Finance; and Dr. Dax Alabo George-Kelly, who was sworn in as Commissioner for Works and Special Projects.
“Certainly, your willingness to volunteer your time and effort, as well as express your opinions, has contributed to your being selected for the positions.
“Governor Nyesom Wike is known to bring in consummate professionals with unparalleled expertise, to head ministries that will drive the state to excellent heights. It is on that premise that you were sworn in, to join in driving the NEW Rivers Vision to success.
“We trust that you will continue to work for improved Rivers State and consolidate on the dynamic strides of our project delivering governor who has outworked his contemporaries.
“On behalf of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Rivers State, I congratulate you all. Please, be aware that you have our full support. We wish you all the best as you represent the state and do it exceptionally.
“In the words of Patrick Suskind, ‘Talent means nothing, while experience, acquired in humility and with hard work, means everything’.
“You all are not just known to be talented which is borne out of visible experience that has transformed the state in your various field vested in you, but you do so with so much humility and hard work that has distinguished you and made you all deserving of such recognition, just as the governor said in his speech today. You have worked with unalloyed loyalty and keen dedication to the state and our governor, you deserve the honour of being returned to continue from where you stopped.
“Once more, I congratulate you all as you assume your offices”, Akawor said.
Similarly, the Chairman of Asari-Toru Local Government Area, Hon. Onengiyeofori George, described “the appointment of Dr. Dakorinama Alabo George-Kelly as deserving of a gentleman of honour, courage, integrity and committed statesman”, saying that “with his wealth of technical knowledge on project delivery and construction management, Rivers State is on the verge of experiencing yet another phase of infrastructural boom”.
George said this in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, John Paul Braide, in Buguma City, last Saturday, to congratulate Dr. Dax George-Kelly on his appointment as Rivers State Commissioner for Works and Special Projects by Governor Nyesom Wike.
The ASALGA council boss said, “On behalf of my family, the Government and good people of Asari-Toru Local Government Area, I congratulate a gentleman of honour, courage, integrity and committed statesman, a leading light of this generation, a core professional and an illustrious ASALGAN, Dr. Dax George-Kelly on your appointment as Commissioner for Works and Special Projects”.
According to George, “the sterling contributions of Dr. George-Kelly to the infrastructural development of the state while serving as Special Adviser to the Governor on Special Projects and Head, Bureau of Special Projects, was legendary and worthy of commendation”.
He, however, noted that Dr. George-Kelly’s doggedness, commitment, steadfastness and strong skills on project delivery, earned him this laudable and milestone achievement as Commissioner for Works and Special Projects.
“The birth of great men is heralded by great events and is usually for a mission. Your coming to manage the entire construction spectrum in Rivers State at this time is, indeed, for a purpose, adding that Rivers people can attest to your doggedness, commitment and steadfastness in managing the infrastructural development masterpiece in the state as reflected in the monumental achievements recorded under your leadership as Head, Bureau of Special Projects.
“Our shoulders are high knowing that a worthy son of ASALGA is strategically appointed by our dear governor to contribute technical expertise towards revamping the infrastructural architecture of the New Rivers State”, the statement said.

By: Nelson Chukwudi

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HoS Hails Fubara Over Provision of Accommodation for Permanent Secretaries

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5 days ago

February 2, 2026

The Tide

The Head of Service (HoS) of Rivers State, Dr. Mrs. Inyingi S. I. Brown, has commended Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, for approving befitting accommodation for Permanent Secretaries in the state.

This commendation was contained in a press release made available to newsmen in Port Harcourt.

According to the Head of Service, Governor Fubara has continued to demonstrate uncommon commitment to the welfare of civil servants in Rivers State, stressing that such gestures underscore his people-oriented leadership style. She urged civil servants across the state to remain supportive of the governor’s administration in order to sustain good governance and effective public service delivery.

Speaking on behalf of the Body of Permanent Secretaries, Dr. Brown congratulated Governor Fubara on the occasion of his 51st birthday, describing him as “a Governor who leads by serving.”

She further praised the governor’s service-driven and people-centred leadership approach, noting that it has significantly contributed to institutional stability and improved efficiency within the state’s public service. Special appreciation was expressed for the approval of a befitting accommodation complex for Permanent Secretaries, which she said reflects the governor’s commitment to staff welfare and enhanced productivity.

As part of activities to mark the governor’s birthday, the Body of Permanent Secretaries announced the sponsorship of 329 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) forms for indigent students across the state.

A breakdown of the initiative shows that 319 forms will be distributed across the 319 political wards in Rivers State, while five forms are allocated to non-indigenes and five forms to persons living with disabilities.

Interested applicants are advised to contact the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, for further details.

The Body of Permanent Secretaries wished Governor Fubara continued good health, divine wisdom, and greater accomplishments in his service to the people of Rivers State.

By John Bibor

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Allegation of Disrespect to President Tinubu Unfounded — Rivers Government

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5 days ago

February 2, 2026

The Tide

The attention of the Rivers State Government has been drawn to a statement credited to an acclaimed Rivers State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), purportedly authored by one Bestman Innocent Amadi, alleging that the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, removed the official portrait of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, from the Government House, Port Harcourt.

For the avoidance of doubt, the Rivers State Government wishes to categorically state that there is no policy, directive, or intention on the part of the government or the Governor that disrespects the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria or undermines the authority of the Federal Government.

On the contrary, the Rivers State Government, under the leadership of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, currently enjoys a robust, cordial, and collaborative relationship with the Federal Government, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the Renewed Hope Agenda—a partnership that is already yielding positive and tangible benefits for the people of Rivers State.

Consequently, the insinuation that the Governor acted out of “ingratitude” or “disrespect” is misleading, irresponsible, inflammatory, and entirely unsupported by verifiable facts, and should therefore be disregarded by the public.

It is regrettable that a body expected to promote youth unity, peace, and responsible engagement would resort to incendiary language, personal attacks, and unsubstantiated claims capable of overheating the polity at a time when Rivers State requires calm, dialogue, and mature leadership.

The Rivers State Government therefore calls on well-meaning members of the public, particularly its esteemed and hardworking youths, to disregard and dissociate themselves from individuals or groups bent on advancing divisive rhetoric and falsehoods for political purposes.

Rivers State belongs to all of us. Political differences must never be allowed to override truth, civility, peace, and the collective pursuit of progress.

Members of the public are further urged to remain vigilant and avoid lending credence to inflammatory statements or the activities of fifth columnists pursuing dubious agendas aimed at sowing discord.

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Rivers Government Dismisses Allegations of Disrespect to President Tinubu

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5 days ago

February 2, 2026

The Tide

The Rivers State Government has dismissed as unfounded and misleading allegations that Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara removed the official portrait of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the Government House in Port Harcourt.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the state government reacted to claims credited to an acclaimed Rivers State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), describing the allegation as false, irresponsible, and unsupported by any verifiable facts.

The government clarified that it has no policy, directive, or intention that disrespects the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria or undermines the authority of the Federal Government. It emphasized that Governor Fubara maintains a cordial, respectful, and collaborative relationship with President Tinubu and the Federal Government.

According to the statement, the relationship between Rivers State and the Federal Government has grown stronger under the Renewed Hope Agenda, with tangible benefits and positive impacts already being felt by residents of the state.

The Rivers State Government described insinuations that the governor acted out of “ingratitude” or “disrespect” as deliberately provocative, noting that such claims are capable of misleading the public and unnecessarily heating up the polity.

It further expressed concern that an organization expected to promote youth unity and peace would engage in what it termed incendiary language, personal attacks, and unsubstantiated accusations at a time when the state requires calm, dialogue, and responsible leadership.

The government called on well-meaning members of the public, especially the youths of Rivers State, to disregard the claims and dissociate themselves from individuals or groups spreading divisive rhetoric and falsehoods for political purposes.

Reaffirming its commitment to peace, unity, and progress, the state government stressed that political differences must never be allowed to override truth, civility, and the collective interest of the people.

Members of the public were also urged to remain vigilant and not give attention to inflammatory statements or individuals described as fifth columnists bent on causing division within the state.