The Nigerian Senate has constituted an 18-member committee to oversee the activities of the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.).
According to the Senate, the move aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the governance of the state.
Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, was appointed chairman of the committee. The announcement was made by Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, during Tuesday’s plenary session.
Akpabio emphasized the importance of the committee’s mandate, describing it as crucial for ensuring effective legislative oversight in Rivers State. He also noted that the committee’s composition may be reviewed following further consultations.
Members of the committee 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, along with the Clerk of the Senate.