The Digest:
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has dissolved the State Executive Council and dismissed all commissioners and special advisers with immediate effect. According to a Government Special Announcement signed by newly appointed Chief Press Secretary Onwuka Nzeshi, the governor directed all affected officials to hand over to permanent secretaries or the most senior officers in their ministries. Former Chief Press Secretary Nelson Chukwudi was also relieved of his duties; no reason was given for his removal. The governor expressed appreciation to outgoing council members, wishing them well in future endeavours. Fubara is expected to submit a new list of commissioner nominees to the Martin Amaewhule-led House of Assembly for screening and confirmation.
Key Points:
- The sweeping dissolution creates a governance vacuum in Rivers State ministries pending new appointments.
- It disrupts policy implementation and administrative continuity across all government sectors.
- Outgoing officials lose their positions, while the governor asserts executive authority to restructure his team.
- This signals a major political reset amid Fubara's ongoing feud with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike.
- The timing, following recent peace interventions, suggests unresolved tensions beneath the surface.
Sources: Nigerian Tribune, Government Special Announcement
