Tension In Rivers! Senate Deploys Heavyweight Committee To Monitor Ibas

The Nigerian Senate has constituted an 18-member committee to monitor the activities of the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.), in a move aimed at promoting accountability and transparency in the state’s administration.

The panel’s formation is intended to reinforce legislative oversight and ensure proper checks and balances within the state’s governance structure.

Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, was named chairman of the committee. Senate President Godswill Akpabio made the announcement during Tuesday’s plenary session.

Highlighting the significance of the committee’s mission, Akpabio stated that its work is vital to ensuring transparent and accountable leadership in Rivers State.

“This committee is essential to guarantee that the actions of the Sole Administrator are executed in a transparent and responsible manner,” Akpabio stated.

He also noted that the committee’s composition may be reviewed after further consultations.

The members include Senators Adamu Aliero, Osita Izunaso, Osita Ngwu, Kaka Shehu, Aminu Abass, Tokunbo Abiru, Adeniyi Adebire, Sani Musa, Simon Lalong, Asuquo Ekpeyong, Adams Oshiomhole, Ireti Kingibe (Labour Party), Onyekachi, Idiat Adebule, Ide Dafinone, and Mohammed from Jigawa, along with the Clerk of the Senate.

Akpabio urged the committee to immediately begin its oversight responsibilities, stressing the urgency and importance of their mandate.

He reiterated the Senate’s dedication to protecting democratic values and ensuring that governance in Rivers State aligns with the interests of its citizens.