JUST IN: Fubara Swears In Caretaker Chairmen for 23 Local Governments

Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State swore in new caretaker chairmen for the state’s 23 local government areas on Wednesday.

The inauguration took place at the Government House in Port Harcourt amid tight security.

Recall that Eko Hot Blog reported that Rivers State House of Assembly led by Rt. Hon. Victor Oko Jumbo had sent out invites to screen the Caretaker Committee, CTC, Chairmen, and members for the 23 local government areas of the state.

The House received the list of nominees on Tuesday and promptly invited them for screening early Wednesday morning.

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This development comes amid recent political tensions, including calls from lawmakers to charge 23 former council chairmen for treason and the vow from Governor Fubara to resist the arrest of his supporters.

Further details will be provided as they become available.

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