Heads of Local Government Administrations (HLGAs) have been directed by the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to take over the 23 council areas of the state, News About Nigeria reports.
Fubara gave the directive in a statewide broadcast on Tuesday morning.
The directive is coming after the expiration of the three-year tenure of the elected local government chairmen, vice chairmen, and councillors on Monday, June 17, 2024.
In a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Nelson Chukwudi, the governor noted that the outgoing elected local government chairmen, vice chairmen, and councillors have sacrificed so much, including an unwavering commitment to the state.
He also directed the Heads of Local Government Administration to continue to provide leadership in their respective local government areas, enjoining them to serve with renewed vigour.
“I wish to acknowledge and commend the dedicated services of the outgoing elected local government chairmen, vice chairmen, and councillors who were elected and sworn in three years ago and whose tenure expired yesterday, June 17, 2024, as provided for by law.
“On behalf of the government and the people of Rivers State, I thank you all for your sacrifices and commend your commitment to public service and our dear Rivers State.
“I congratulate you all for the successful completion of your tenure and wish you well in your future endeavours.
“As we move forward in making sure that the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is upheld and that law and order are maintained as we continue to strive to provide leadership and direction for our people, I hereby direct Heads of Local Government Administration to continue to provide leadership in their respective local government areas.
“Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAs) are hereby directed to immediately take charge of the councils with renewed vigour and readiness to serve and await further directives as we navigate towards even greater accomplishments together,” he stated.
