Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara has directed the local government chairmen in the state to handover to their various Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAS).
Journalist101 reports that the tenure of the Chairmen expired on the 17th of June, 2024.
In a statewide broadcast on Tuesday, 18th June, 2024, the governor while thanking the outgoing Chairmen, their deputies and councillors for their service to the state.
“I also wish to acknowledge and commend the dedicated services of the outgoing elected Local Government Chairmen, Vice Chairmen and Councilors who were elected and sworn in three years ago, and whose tenure expired yesterday the 17” of June, 2024, as provided for by the Law.
“On behalf of the Government and the people of Rives State, I thank you all for your sacrifices and commend your commitment to public service and our dear Rivers State.
“I congratulate you all for the successful completion of your tenure and wish you well in your future endeavors.
“As we move forward in making sure that the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is upheld, and that law and order is maintained as we continue to strive to provide leadership and direction for our people, I hereby direct Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAS) to continue to provide leadership in their respective Local Government Areas.
“Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAS) are hereby directed to immediately take charge of the Councils with renewed vigor and readiness to serve and await further directives as we navigate towards even greater accomplishments together.”
He went further to assure Rivers people that he will continue to defend their interest and over quality service, while thanking them for their support so far.
“I assure you, my good people of Rivers State that we shall continue to defend you, provide infrastructural development, sound healthcare delivery, quality education and undiluted welfare service packages for all our people and workers.
“Once again, I thank you my dear good people of Rivers State, for your steadfast support and dedication to our shared vision of unity,progress and prosperity.
