River Crisis Escalates: Four Commissioners Exit Fubara Cabinet

The simmering political turmoil in Rivers State has taken a dramatic turn with the voluntary resignation of four additional commissioners, further deepening the crisis within the state executive council. The latest to tender  their resignations are George-Kelly Alabo, the Commissioner for Works, and Inime Chinwenwo-Aguma, who held the portfolio for the Ministry of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation.

Their decision to step down was officially communicated through resignation letters dated December 14, addressed to the state governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and submitted via the Secretary to the State Government.

This latest development follows the recent resignation of Prof Zacchaeus Adangor, the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, who set the precedent by stepping down from his position. The sequence of resignations within a short span has raised concerns and speculation about the underlying issues and challenges faced by the state government.

Emeka Woke, the Commissioner for Special Duties, and Isaac Kamalu, responsible for the Ministry of Finance, have also chosen to part ways with their roles in Governor Fubara’s cabinet. The departure of these commissioners underscores the depth of the rift within the state leadership.

Sources suggest that the resigning individuals, including Alabo, Chinwenwo-Aguma, Adangor, Woke, and Kamalu, are reputed supporters of the Federal Capital Territory’s Minister, Nyesom Wike. Their alignment with Minister Wike adds a layer of political complexity to the ongoing crisis, as it implies potential power struggles and ideological differences within the state leadership.

The timing and synchronicity of these resignations suggest a coordinated effort or shared concerns among the commissioners. The reasons behind their decisions are not explicitly stated in the resignation letters, leaving room for speculation and intense political scrutiny.

The Commissioner for Works, George-Kelly Alabo, and Inime Chinwenwo-Aguma, who was in charge of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation, submitted their resignations on a Thursday, strategically choosing to make their departure public. The move signals a deliberate effort to draw attention to their grievances and contribute to the growing discourse surrounding the challenges faced by the state government.

As the political landscape in Rivers State undergoes rapid shifts, Governor Siminalayi Fubara is faced with the daunting task of stabilizing his administration and addressing the concerns that have led to the resignations of key figures within his cabinet. The implications of these departures extend beyond individual personalities, affecting the overall governance and political dynamics within the state.

The increasing discord within the state executive council poses a threat to the stability and effectiveness of governance in Rivers State. The resignations of commissioners responsible for critical portfolios such as Works, Social Welfare, Justice, Special Duties, and Finance raise questions about the potential impact on ongoing projects, social welfare initiatives, legal matters, and financial management within the state.

Infostride News will continue to closely monitor the unfolding developments in Rivers State, providing in-depth analysis and updates on the political crisis. As the state grapples with these challenges, the coming weeks will be crucial in determining the trajectory of governance and the resolution of the underlying issues that have fueled this wave of resignations.