The Head of the Rivers State Civil Service, Dr. George Nwaeke, has resigned from his position. His resignation, which comes amid the ongoing political crisis in the state, was confirmed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Chief of Staff to the Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral (retd.) Ibok-Ete Ibas.
The statement acknowledged Nwaeke’s contributions during his short tenure and wished him well in his future endeavors. The office of His Excellency, the Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral (retd.) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas CFR, is saddened to announce the resignation of the Head of Service, Rivers State, Dr. George Nwaeke, FCA, Mni. His Excellency appreciates the immense contributions he has shown this administration in the short period he served and wishes him well in his future endeavors.”
Meanwhile, Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika has been appointed as the new Secretary to the Rivers State Government (SSG). A separate statement from the office of the Sole Administrator confirmed Worika’s appointment, highlighting his academic and international legal expertise as key factors in the decision.
“His Excellency, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (retd.) CFR, the Administrator of Rivers State, is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika as the new Secretary to the Rivers State Government (SSG).
“His appointment follows careful consideration of his credentials, extensive experience, and performance during a rigorous selection process. Professor Worika’s distinguished career spans academia, international legal practice, and high-level policy advisory roles, making him uniquely qualified to support the administrator in the onerous task of achieving Mr. President’s mandate.”
The statement further emphasized that Worika’s appointment aligns with the administrator’s commitment to ensuring peace, stability, and security in Rivers State. His appointment takes immediate effect.
