*Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd.), Sole Administrator of Rivers State of Nigeria, says his leadership has putting together a new 2025 Budget that reflects the commitment to healthcare, education, social services, and continued infrastructural development towards improving the lives of citizens across the South-South state

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Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd.), Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Thursday, April 3, 2025, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital, said that a fresh appropriation bill for 2025 is being articulated to provide for critical development concerns in healthcare delivery, education, agriculture and infrastructure.

绿帽献妻 reports Ibas stated this when played host to the delegation of Rivers State caucus in the National Assembly (NASS), Abuja, FCT, in the Government House, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital.

Senator Barinada Mpigi, representing Rivers South-East District led the visiting delegation to the Government House.

The Sole Administrator disclosed the expected budget for the year would cater to creating more employment opportunities for Rivers people and advance delivery of technology in critical facets of public life.

Others in the team included Senator Allwell Onyesoh, Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Kingsley Chinda, Hon Dumnamene Dekor, Hon Solomon Bob, Hon Cyril Godwin Hart, Hon Blessing Amadi, Hon. Felix Nwaeke, Hon Kelechi Nwogu, and Hon Victor Obuzor.

Ibas also told the delegation that he has been resolute, since assumption of office, to restore law and order, and with support from the security agencies, an environment has been created where Rivers resident feels valued and safer.

According to him, the commitment of the leadership is to make Rivers a model of peace in the comity of states, with a stable economy and citizens courageous to pursue their livelihood without fear or molestation.

Ibas stated: 鈥淚n addition to our peace building efforts, we are also focused on the economic stability and development of Rivers State.

鈥淪ince the Supreme Court verdict on the state鈥檚 budget, we have acted swiftly and decided to put together a new budget that reflects our commitment to healthcare, education, social services, and continued infrastructural development.”

The Sole Administrator further noted: 鈥淲e have worked diligently to ensure that the process is transparent, inclusive, and most importantly expedited.

“Our goal is to ensure that we do not lose any more time in making the necessary investments that will improve the lives of citizens.”

He explained: 鈥淭he budget which is been finalised focuses on creating job opportunities and investing in key sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure, and technology.

“We understand the urgency of this initiative, and we are committed to ensuring that they are implemented without delay.鈥�

However, to get the task done, the support of the legislators will be required as key representatives of Rivers State in the National Assembly, said Ibas.

The Administrator, therefore, solicited their support in securing the necessary resources and legislative backing that would bring the initiative of his administration to fruition.

He asserted: 鈥淵our partnership is critical to success in ensuring that Rivers State remains on the path of progress and enduring peace for future generations.”

The Administrator said in the face of the challenges that beset Rivers, which led to the state of emergency declared by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, dialogue, community engagement and reconciliation were deplored to build trust among the citizenry.

According to Ibas, the people of Rivers State have shown incredible resilience and patience in the efforts taken so far to restore the State back to the path of peace and respect for the law.

Ibas assured that his administration remains committed to achieving enduring peace for the state.

鈥淏eyond security, we have prioritised community engagements as a central part of our strategy. Dialogue, reconciliation, and inclusivity have been key to building trust among our people.

鈥淲e are determined to strengthen the bond of unity in Rivers State and to foster an environment where every citizen feels valued, heard, and respected.

“Together, we are making strides in ensuring that peace becomes a permanent feature of our state,” he added.

Speaking during the visit, Senator Barinada Mpigi, representing Rivers South-East District, said the delegation are dedicated representatives of Rivers people in the National Assembly and resolved to support all efforts that will bring development to the State.

The Federal lawmakers lauded Ibas for the modest successes he had achieved so far.

They also pledged their support and cooperation of the legislators to ensure the return of the state to the path of law and order soon.

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