Governor Wike dissolves cabinet, sacks Chief of Staff

 

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has dissolved the State Executive Council. 

 

A statement signed by the Special Assistant to the Governor on Media, Kekvin Ebiri, said the dissolution takes effect from Tuesday, May 24, 2022.

 

According to the statement, the Chief of Staff to the Governor and Senior Special Assistant (Protocol), have also been relieved of their office. 

 

"His Excellency, Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, commends the members the Rivers State Executive Council for their service and contribution to the development of the State. He has also wished them the best in all their future endeavours," the statement read.

 

"Governor Wike, has therefore instructed all the former members of the State Executive Council to hand over to the most senior officers in their respective ministries."