Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas has been appointed as the Administrator of Rivers State following the state of emergency declared on March 18, 2025, by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Born on September 27, 1960, in Nko, Cross River State, Nigeria, Ibas has an extensive military background. He served as the 22nd Chief of the Naval Staff from 2015 to 2021 and held key positions such as Commanding Officer of the Nigerian Navy Underwater Warfare School and Chief of Logistics.
His distinguished career has earned him numerous honors, including the Silver Jubilee Medal and the prestigious Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR).
Now tasked with leading Rivers State during this critical period, Ibas is expected to leverage his experience to restore stability, security, and effective governance in the state.
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