Rivers State Administrator Approves Appointment of Chairmen and Members of Service Commissions
In a significant development, His Excellency, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ebok-Ete Ekwe Ibas CFR, Administrator of Rivers State, has approved the appointment of members to the Civil Service Commission and Local Government Service Commission. The appointments, which take effect from April 7, 2025, are part of the state’s efforts to strengthen its governance and administrative structures.
Civil Service Commission Members
The following individuals have been appointed as members of the Civil Service Commission:
- Dr. Livinus Bariki: Chairman
- Amb. Lot Peter Egopija: Member
- Mrs. Maeve Ere Bestman: Member
- Mrs. Joy Obiaju: Member
- Mrs. Charity Lloyd Harry: Member
Local Government Service Commission Members
The following individuals have been appointed as members of the Local Government Service Commission:
- Mr. Israel N. Amadi: Chairman
- Mr. Linus Nwandem: Member
- Lady Christabel Ego George Didia: Member
- Dr. Tonye Willie D. Pepple: Member
- Barr. Richard Ewoh: Member
- Rear Adm. Emmanuel Ofik (Rtd): Member
- Dr. Sammy Apiafi: Member
Strengthening Governance and Administrative Structures
The appointments are part of the state’s efforts to improve its governance and administrative structures. The newly appointed members are expected to bring their expertise and experience to their respective roles and contribute to the development of Rivers State.
Cooperation and Teamwork
The newly appointed Chairman of the Local Government Service Commission, Mr. Goodlife Idoku, has appealed for cooperation from staff members to achieve the commission’s mandate. This call for cooperation highlights the importance of teamwork and collaboration in achieving the state’s goals and objectives.
