In a bold and decisive move, the House of Representatives has issued a stern reminder to the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), warning that he lacks the constitutional authority to enact laws or make legislative decisions for the oil-rich South-South state.
The announcement, made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of Nigerian Stories, stated: “JUST IN: The House of Representatives has reminded the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), that he does not have the constitutional mandate or power to make laws for the running of the state.”
This development comes amid rising political tensions and legal uncertainties following the controversial appointment of a sole administrator in Rivers State—an arrangement many critics and legal experts have described as a dangerous deviation from democratic norms.
Observers fear that if unchecked, such an undemocratic model could set a disturbing precedent, threatening the principles of separation of powers and constitutional governance.
While reactions continue to pour in from civil society groups and concerned citizens, the House of Representatives’ statement signals that the federal legislature may be gearing up for a possible confrontation over the matter—one that could shape the future of governance in Rivers State.
More details to follow as this story develops.
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