The Rivers State Government has officially commenced the transition from emergency rule to democratic governance.
As part of the activities marking this new phase, the government announced that an interdenominational church thanksgiving service will be held on Sunday at the Ecumenical Centre, Abonima Wharf Road, Port Harcourt. The event is scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m., with guests expected to be seated by 9:30 a.m.
In a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Ibibia Lucky Worika, critical stakeholders were invited to participate in the thanksgiving. Those invited include permanent secretaries, local government chairmen, heads of security and paramilitary agencies, traditional rulers, chairmen and members of state boards, captains of industry, and other dignitaries.
The statement further named Rivers Administrator, Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), as the Special Guest of Honour at the ceremony.
According to the government, the thanksgiving service is part of broader transition activities designed to usher in democratic governance and reaffirm the state’s commitment to inclusive leadership and stability.