In a significant political development for Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara is set to swear in the newly elected local government chairmen today, Sunday, October 6, 2024. The ceremony will take place at the Executive Council Chambers of the Government House in Port Harcourt, at 4:00 pm.
The announcement was made through an official statement by Tammy Danagogo, the Secretary to the State Government, confirming the time and venue of the event. The new chairmen will take their oath of office and assume their respective leadership roles across the local government areas (LGAs) following their recent electoral victories.
The statement reads: “His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, the Governor of Rivers State, will today, Sunday, October 6, 2024, swear in the newly elected Council Chairmen at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Port Harcourt, by 4:00 pm. The newly elected Chairmen, along with one (1) guest each, are expected to be seated by 3:30 pm.”
This comes after the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) declared the winners of the local government elections, with the Action Peoples Party (APP) securing 22 out of the 23 LGAs. The result reflects a dominant performance by the APP in the local elections, positioning the party to steer the administrative functions of most LGAs in the state.
The swearing-in of the chairmen marks a pivotal moment in the governance of the state’s grassroots levels. These local government leaders will be responsible for implementing policies, managing resources, and addressing the needs of their communities. Local government administration is key to the state’s overall development, as it plays a direct role in improving infrastructure, healthcare, education, and other vital services for residents.
Governor Fubara, who has been a strong advocate for grassroots development, is expected to charge the new chairmen with the task of delivering on their campaign promises. The newly elected leaders will be working closely with the state government to ensure that their respective LGAs progress in line with the broader vision of the Fubara administration.
As Rivers State looks to the future, the leadership at the local level will be crucial in driving sustainable development, and today’s swearing-in marks the beginning of that journey for the newly elected officials.
