Dagogo Iboroma Sworn In as Commissioner Of Justice and Attorney General of Rivers State

Dagogo Iboroma, a distinguished Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has been sworn in as the new Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice for Rivers State, following his successful screening and confirmation by the Rivers State House of Assembly. The swearing-in ceremony was conducted by His Excellency Governor Siminalayi Fubara, marking a significant transition in the state’s legal and justice administration.

This development comes after a series of events, starting with the resignation of the previous Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Prof. Zaccheus Adangor, on April 24, 2024. Adangor’s resignation was due to his disagreement with Governor Fubara over the management of the state’s legal affairs. Following Adangor’s resignation, Governor Fubara nominated Iboroma to fill the vacant position, a decision that was promptly endorsed by the Rivers State House of Assembly.

The Rivers State House of Assembly, particularly the faction aligned with Governor Fubara, has played a crucial role in the appointment process. The House screened and confirmed Iboroma’s nomination on May 13, 2024, paving the way for his swearing-in. This move has been seen as a strategic step by Governor Fubara to consolidate his administration’s legal and judicial stance, especially considering the political and legal complexities that have recently unfolded in Rivers State.

Dagogo Iboroma, a highly respected legal luminary, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role. His appointment is expected to usher in a new era in the legal and justice administration of Rivers State, with a focus on upholding the rule of law, promoting justice, and safeguarding the rights of the citizens of Rivers State.