The Senate has established an 18-member committee to oversee the activities of Rivers State’s Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.).
Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the committee’s formation during Tuesday’s plenary session, stating that it aims to promote transparency and accountability in the governance of Rivers State.
The committee will be chaired by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele.
Akpabio emphasized the importance of the committee’s oversight role, describing it as crucial for reinforcing legislative scrutiny and safeguarding democratic processes in the state. He also indicated that the composition of the committee may be reviewed following further consultations.
He urged the members to begin their duties immediately, citing the urgency of their assignment.
The committee 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, Onyekachi, Idiat Adebule, Ide Dafinone, and Mohammed (APC, Jigawa), along with the Clerk of the Senate.
