In a continued upheaval of political dynamics in Rivers State, three additional commissioners announced their resignation from Governor Sim Fubara’s administration on Thursday.
The recent departures include George-Kelly Alabo, the Commissioner for Works, who previously served in the same capacity under the administration of Nyesom Wike, along with Inime Aguma, the Commissioner for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation, NN News Media gathered.
Their decisions to step down, following closely on the heels of the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Prof Zacchaeus Adangor, were conveyed through individual letters addressed to Governor Fubara. In his resignation letter, Alabo expressed, “I hereby resign my appointment as the Commissioner for Works, Rivers State, effective immediately. My decision to resign is anchored on my conscience, personal philosophy, and professional ethics.” He went on to express gratitude for the opportunity to serve the state.
Similarly, Commissioner Inime Aguma cited “personal” reasons for her resignation from the cabinet, extending well-wishes to the current administration. She stated, “I hereby tender my resignation as the Honourable Commissioner for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation, Rivers State on this day 14th of December 2023.” Aguma thanked the governor for the privilege to serve and conveyed her decision as personal, driven by other pressing commitments.
Adding to the cascade of departures, Finance Commissioner Isaac Kamalu also submitted his resignation. In his letter, Kamalu informed the governor, “I hereby inform you of my immediate resignation as Commissioner of Finance, Rivers State with effect from the date stated above.” He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve the state under Governor Fubara’s administration.
Earlier in the day, the state’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Prof Zacchaeus Adangor, had resigned, emphasizing that his decision was “purely on a personal decision.”
As the political landscape of Rivers State undergoes significant shifts, the implications of these resignations continue to unfold, marking a challenging period for Governor Sim Fubara’s administration.
