Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, on Wednesday swore in five newly appointed commissioners and urged them to give their best in service to the state.
Speaking during the ceremony at the Rivers State Government House, Fubara said the rigorous screening conducted by the Rivers State House of Assembly had already prepared the commissioners for the task ahead.
The governor said the lawmakers had thoroughly outlined the duties and responsibilities of the appointees during the screening process, stressing that he expected nothing short of excellent performance from them.
“I believe that going through one of the most rigorous screening exercises is enough to say that those of you who succeeded are fit and ready to deliver for our dear state,” Fubara said.
“So there is no further charge. The screening was the charge. I wish you the best, as I expect nothing less than the best from you.”
The five commissioners sworn in are Tonye Bellgam, Prof. Temple Nwofor, Dr Peters Nwagor, Lekue Kenneth and Amairigha Edward Hart.
They had earlier been screened and confirmed by the Rivers State House of Assembly on Monday.
The oath of allegiance and oath of office were administered by the Chief Registrar of the High Court of Rivers State, David D. Ihua‑Maduenyi.
The ceremony was held at the Executive Council Chamber of Government House in Port Harcourt.