This engagement is necessary to ascertain the true state of affairs in Rivers State and ensure that the House remains properly guided.
By Deborah Hassan
365Daily– The Ad-Hoc Committee on Rivers State Oversight, has invited the sole administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.), to appear before it for a comprehensive interactive session.
The newly inaugurated committee was constituted by the House of Representatives following the Resolution of the National Assembly approving the Presidential Proclamation of a State of Emergency in Rivers State.
A statement issued by the spokesman of the House. Rep. Akin Rotimi, Jr., disclosed that the reps took the resolution after its inaugural meeting at the National Assembly Complex on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
The lawmakers said the summons was pursuant to its constitutional mandate to exercise full legislative oversight in accordance with Section 11(4) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended).
According to the Chairman of the Committee and House Leader, Hon. (Prof.) Julius Ihonvbere, “This engagement is necessary to ascertain the true state of affairs in Rivers State and ensure that the House remains properly guided in the discharge of its oversight responsibilities in the public interest.”
The Sole Administrator is expected to appear before the Committee on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 4:00 PM, in Room 414, House of Representatives New Building, National Assembly Complex, Abuja.
“A formal letter of invitation has been sent and acknowledged accordingly. This public announcement serves to reinforce transparency in the Committee’s proceedings,” he added.
The Committee reiterated its commitment to fulfilling its duties with diligence, transparency, and strict adherence to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.