Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has officially inaugurated the newly elected chairmen of the 23 local government areas, following their victories in the Local Government Council elections held on Saturday.
The swearing-in ceremony took place on Sunday at the Executive Council Chambers of the Government House in Port Harcourt. Out of the 23 chairmen, 22 emerged from the Action Peoples Party (APP), while one was from the Action Alliance (AA), as declared by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC).
During his address, Governor Fubara congratulated the new chairmen on their electoral success and urged them to prioritize the welfare of their communities, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling their campaign promises. He reminded them of the responsibilities that come with their new positions and encouraged them to work diligently for the progress of their local areas.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum, who was present to show his support.
Each chairman was accompanied by a guest, as stipulated by the state government.
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The newly sworn-in leaders are expected to assume their duties immediately, focusing on delivering effective governance and fostering development within their respective local governments.
