Fubara Directs HLGAs To Take Over Leadership Of LGAs, Await Further Instructions

By Daniel Dafe

Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara has directed Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAS) in the state to continue to provide leadership in their respective Local Government Areas.

In his words: “This is to make sure that the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is upheld, and that law and order is maintained as we continue to strive to provide leadership and direction for our people.”

This is as he directed Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAS) “to immediately take charge of the Councils with renewed vigor and readiness to serve and await further directives.”

Fubara was speaking during a statewide broadcast following the expiration of the tenure of the local government chairmen in the state.

Furthermore, he acknowledged and commended the dedicated services of the outgoing elected Local Government Chairmen, Vice Chairmen and Councilors who he noted were elected and sworn in three years ago, and “whose tenure he said expired yesterday, the 17th of June, 2024, as provided for by the Law.”

He added: “On behalf of the Government and the people of Rives State, I thank you all for your sacrifices and commend your commitment to public service and our dear Rivers State.

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“I congratulate you all for the successful completion of your tenure and wish you well in your future endeavors.”

Continuing, he assured the people of the state that his administration will continue to defend them, provide infrastructural development, sound healthcare delivery, quality education and undiluted welfare service packages to all residents and workers, just as he thanked them for their steadfast support and dedication to his vision of unity, progress and prosperity.

“Together, we will continue to build a brighter and better future for all,” he averred.