Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has sworn in 23 newly elected local government chairmen, marking a significant development in the state’s governance ¹. The ceremony took place at the Executive Council Chamber of the Government House in Port Harcourt on October 6.
The chairmen were issued certificates of return by Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission Chairman Adolphus Enebeli just hours before the swearing-in. This follows the local government elections held on October 5, which were marred by controversy and heightened tension.
*Election Results:*
– _Action Peoples Party:_ Won 22 out of 23 chairmanship positions
– _Action Alliance:_ Secured 1 chairmanship position
The newly elected chairmen will assume their roles, steering the affairs of their respective local government areas. This development is expected to shape the state’s governance and policy implementation at the grassroots level.
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