Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, has officially approved the appointment of five new Permanent Secretaries to serve in the Rivers State Civil Service, in a move aimed at strengthening the administrative capacity of the state government
The appointments, announced on Tuesday, reflect the Governor’s ongoing commitment to enhancing efficiency, professionalism, and effective service delivery within the civil service.
The newly appointed Permanent Secretaries are:
- Dr. Vincent Worgu Wachukwu
- Cordelia Uwuma Eke
- Ifeanyi Anthony Ogboma
- Dr. Mina Gogo Jim-Jaja
- Henry Uzor
According to sources within the Governor’s office, the five senior civil servants are set to be formally sworn in by Governor Fubara on Wednesday, 11th February, 2026, at a ceremony that will bring together top government officials, dignitaries, and stakeholders in the state.
Governor Fubara, who has been widely recognized for his focus on administrative reforms and human capital development, expressed confidence that the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries would bring a wealth of experience, integrity, and professionalism to their roles.
“The appointment of these senior officers is a strategic step to ensure that our civil service continues to operate efficiently and delivers results that positively impact the lives of Rivers people,” Governor Fubara said. “I am confident that each of them will contribute meaningfully to the development agenda of our administration.”
Permanent Secretaries hold a critical position within the state’s civil service hierarchy, serving as the administrative heads of ministries and agencies. They are responsible for policy implementation, coordinating departmental activities, and advising the government on key governance issues.
The selection of these five civil servants follows a rigorous process, aimed at ensuring that merit, competence, and experience remain the guiding principles for senior appointments in the state. Analysts say such appointments are crucial for sustaining continuity in governance and maintaining institutional memory within the civil service.
With the swearing-in scheduled for midweek, attention now turns to how the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries will steer their respective ministries and departments toward achieving the strategic goals set by Governor Fubara’s administration.
The appointments also signal the Governor’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and balancing professional expertise with strategic administrative reforms across the state government.
Observers note that this exercise in civil service appointments comes at a time when the Rivers State government is intensifying efforts to enhance service delivery, strengthen policy implementation, and ensure that public institutions operate at optimal efficiency.
As the state prepares to formally welcome the new Permanent Secretaries, there is widespread optimism that their collective experience and leadership will further consolidate the gains of the current administration, while positioning Rivers State as a model of effective governance in Nigeria.
The swearing-in ceremony on 11th February is expected to be attended by senior government functionaries, political leaders, and members of the civil service, highlighting the significance of the event in the state’s administrative calendar.
