Rivers Shake-Up: Fubara Submits 9 Commissioner Nominees to Assembly
By Erewunmi Peace
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has submitted a list of nine commissioner nominees to the Rivers State House of Assembly for screening and confirmation, signaling a fresh phase in the state’s political restructuring.
The development comes as part of ongoing efforts to reconstitute the Rivers State Executive Council following recent political tensions and cabinet changes within the state.
Full List of Nominees
The nominees forwarded to the House include:
1 .Professor Datonye Alasia
2 . Mr. Tonye Bellgam
3 .Professor Temple Nwofor
4 .Dr. Peters Nwagor
5 .Mrs. Charity Deemua
- Tamuno Williams, Esq.
- Mr. Lekue Kenneth
- Otonye T.K.D. Amachree, Esq.
9.Sir Amairigha Edward Hart
Next Steps
The Rivers State House of Assembly is expected to screen the nominees in line with constitutional provisions. Following successful screening, the lawmakers may confirm the nominees, after which they will be officially sworn in as commissioners.
Political Context
The nomination of the nine commissioners comes amid ongoing political developments in Rivers State, as the administration moves to stabilize governance and strengthen its executive team.
Observers say the appointments are a strategic move to reposition the state government and ensure effective policy implementation across ministries.
