Rivers Administrator summons Fubara, deputy, to justify reinstatement, appointments made

Rivers Sole Administrator, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has summoned the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminialayi Fubara, and his Deputy, Dr. Ngozi Ordu, to appear before him for an inquiry into the appointments made in the past two years.

They are to report at the Conference Room of the Rivers State Government House, Port Harcourt on Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:00 am prompt.

A copy of the invitation obtained by Persecondnews was signed by
Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika, the Secretary to the State Government.

In a one-page statement/invitation titled, “Rivers Government Special Announcement,” the administrator directed Fubara to present all relevant documents and records pertaining to appointments, including justifications and procedures followed during his tenure.

It stated that the session will also serve as an opportunity for the suspended Governor to provide a clear and detailed explanation as to why he believes he should be reinstated to office.

“Attendance is mandatory. This process forms part of the Sole Administrator’s ongoing efforts to restore transparency and accountability and lasting peace in the governance of Rivers State,” the invitation indicated.