Rivers State has witnessed a significant administrative development as Vice-Admiral (rtd.) Ibok-Ete Ibas, the State’s Administrator, has officially approved the appointment of 11 new Permanent Secretaries. This move represents a strategic effort to boost governance and administrative efficiency within the state government.

In a formal statement issued by the Acting Head of Service, Dr. Inyingi Brown, the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries have been named. They include Imaonyani Roselin Ephraim-George, Dr. Mina T. Ikuru, Dabite Sokari George, Soibitein Duke Harry, Lauretta Davies Dimkpa, Uche R. Ideozu, Chimenum Mpi, Jeremiah Egwu, Nicholas Iminabo Wokoma, Vera Sam Dike, and Aleruchi Akani.

The appointments are seen as a move to strengthen the core governance framework, with the appointees expected to bring fresh perspectives and dedicated service to their respective roles. The swearing-in ceremony for the new Permanent Secretaries will be conducted by the Rivers State Administrator on a date that is yet to be announced, signaling an imminent reshuffle aimed at revitalizing the administrative machinery of the state.