{"id":117915,"date":"2025-04-25T17:57:26","date_gmt":"2025-04-25T16:57:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pointblanknews.com\/pbn\/?p=117915"},"modified":"2025-04-25T17:57:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T16:57:26","slug":"rivers-sole-administrator-meets-reps-committee-pledges-full-cooperation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pointblanknews.com\/pbn\/news\/rivers-sole-administrator-meets-reps-committee-pledges-full-cooperation\/","title":{"rendered":"Rivers Sole Administrator Meets Reps Committee, Pledges Full Cooperation"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"m#msg-f:1830374516774594421\" class=\"mail-message expanded\">\n<div class=\"mail-message-header spacer\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">By Tracy Moses<\/div>\n<div id=\"m#msg-f:1830374516774594421-content\" class=\"mail-message-content collapsible zoom-normal mail-show-images \" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<div class=\"clear\">\n<div dir=\"ltr\">\n<div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), on Friday, made his long-anticipated appearance before the House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee on Rivers State Oversight, pledging his full cooperation with the National Assembly in efforts to restore stability and uphold democratic governance in the state.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Ibas, who had previously failed to honour the committee\u2019s summons on April 17 and April 24, attributed his earlier absence to pressing state matters and public holidays, insisting it was never out of disregard for the committee.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Addressing the committee, the retired naval chief expressed gratitude to the lawmakers and members of the press. \u201cThank you very much once again, Mr. Chairman, distinguished honourable members of the committee, members of the press, ladies and gentlemen,\u201d he said.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>He lauded the committee\u2019s leadership, emphasizing its constitutional significance in maintaining democratic order. \u201cMr. Chairman, please permit me to begin by respectfully acknowledging your leadership and the vital role this committee plays in safeguarding the democratic and constitutional integrity of our great nation.\u201d<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Describing the situation in Rivers State as a \u201cdelicate period,\u201d Ibas explained that the state remains in transition following the recent declaration of a state of emergency. He said his delayed appearance was driven by urgent responsibilities in stabilizing the state\u2019s governance.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\u201cI deeply regret my inability to attend earlier engagements with this esteemed committee,\u201d he said. \u201cToday marks exactly ten days after the initial invitation, during which time we had four public holidays and weekends.\u201d<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Ibas dismissed any suggestion of disrespect toward the National Assembly, reaffirming his respect for its oversight authority. \u201cI have always held the National Assembly in the highest regard,\u201d he said, noting the importance of the legislature\u2019s interest in Rivers State&#8217;s progress.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>He appealed for more time to present a detailed and accurate report to the committee. \u201cI only request your understanding and indulgence to grant me the necessary time to present a thorough briefing that reflects the depth, accuracy, and clarity this process deserves.\u201d<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Ibas further pledged transparency and cooperation, promising to make all relevant information available to aid the committee\u2019s work. \u201cI remain fully committed to ensuring that all necessary details are made available in due course,\u201d he assured.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>He concluded by thanking the committee and the press for their support during this sensitive period. \u201cI want to especially thank Mr. Chairman and the distinguished members of this committee for your understanding and ongoing service to the Federal Republic of Nigeria. I also thank the members of the press for their crucial role in supporting the efforts of the federal government.\u201d<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>In his remarks, the Chairman of the Ad-hoc Committee, Prof. Julius Ihonvbere, welcomed Ibas and reaffirmed the constitutional powers of the National Assembly in matters concerning the state of emergency in Rivers State.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>He clarified that while the President has the power to declare a state of emergency under Section 305 of the Constitution, its validity depends on National Assembly approval.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Prof. Ihonvbere also referenced Section 11(4) of the Constitution, which empowers the National Assembly to assume the legislative duties of a state assembly if it becomes incapable of functioning. \u201cThis means all legislative functions, including budget approvals, now reside with the National Assembly, and by extension, this committee,\u201d he explained.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>While acknowledging the delay in Ibas\u2019s appearance, the chairman welcomed his readiness to engage with lawmakers. \u201cWe are glad you are here as you promised yesterday. This meeting, at this time, was at your instance, and we are happy to welcome you.\u201d<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>He assured Ibas of the committee\u2019s professionalism and fair-mindedness, noting that its members were selected based on broad zonal representation.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>\u201cI want you to feel relaxed,\u201d Ihonvbere said. \u201cThe members you see here were carefully selected based on zonal representation and membership of the House.\u201d<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Reiterating the committee\u2019s commitment to its mandate, Ihonvbere declared, \u201cWe have demonstrated time and again our readiness to carry out this responsibility efficiently and effectively. We are optimistic that today marks the beginning of a productive and collaborative effort toward restoring stability and reinforcing democratic governance in Rivers State.\u201d<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mail-message-footer spacer collapsible\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Tracy Moses Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), on Friday, made his long-anticipated appearance before the House of Representatives Ad-hoc Committee on Rivers State Oversight, pledging&hellip;<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on wp_trim_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on wp_trim_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Related Posts generic via filter on wp_trim_excerpt --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":117916,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-117915","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.8 - 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