The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, has sworn in Ibibia Lucky-Worika as the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG).
The New Daily Prime reported that Ibas appointed Worika, a distinguished legal expert and administrator, as SSG on 25 March and emphasised that Worika’s selection followed a meticulous vetting process.
During the swearing-in ceremony, he urged him to apply his expertise in advancing governance and stability in the state.
The swearing-in ceremony, held yesterday at the Government House in Port Harcourt, underscored the administrator’s commitment to strengthening public administration and fostering trust in governance.
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Ibas described Worika’s appointment as a strategic decision aimed at ensuring effective governance and policy implementation.
“The challenges ahead are significant, but I have no doubt in your ability to deliver. Your knowledge, resilience, and commitment to service will be instrumental in driving the progress that Rivers State urgently needs,” he stated.
Highlighting Worika’s extensive background in law, policy development, and international governance, the administrator expressed confidence in his ability to help shape policies that align with the administration’s objectives of stability and accountability.
He reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to transparency and effective governance, urging the new SSG to work closely with civil servants to maintain governmental efficiency.
“There is no time for delays—you must get straight to work. Our civil service remains the backbone of government operations, and collaboration is key to ensuring continuity and efficiency,” he said.
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Addressing government officials, he called for collective effort and cooperation to achieve the administration’s goals.
“I ask for the full support of our Permanent Secretaries and civil servants as we navigate this critical period. Our success depends on teamwork and a shared commitment to the state’s progress,” he added.
