Political Tension Deepens As More Commissioners Resign From Governor Fubara’s Cabinet

By Damilare ADELEYE

The political crisis rocking Rivers State seems to be unabating as two more commissioners have resigned from Governor Sim Fubara’s cabinet.

The latest to pull out of the cabinet include George-Kelly Alabo Commissioner for Works and Inime Aguma, Social Welfare and Rehabilitation counterpart.

Their resignations were contained in separate letters to Governor Fubara.

This is coming hours after the state’s Attorney-General (AG) and Commissioner for Justice Prof Zacchaeus Adangor quitted his position.

“I hereby resign my appointment as the Commissioner for Works, Rivers State, effective immediately. My decision to resign is anchored on my conscience, personal philosophy, and professional ethics,” Alabo said in the letter addressed to the governor.

“This decision was taken after deep introspection. I appreciate Your Excellency for the opportunity to serve my beloved Rivers State as Commissioner for Works.”

On her part, the Commissioner for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation cited “personal” reasons for her resignation from the cabinet and wished the current administration well.

“I hereby tender my resignation as the Honourable Commissioner for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation, Rivers State on this day 14th of December 2023,” she wrote.

“I thank Your Excellency for the privilege to serve in the State Executive Council. My decision to resign is personal and based on other pressing commitments. I wish Your Excellency a successful tenure and pray for best wishes in all your endeavours.”

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