The ‘Unconstitutional’ Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok Ibas (retd), has pledged to remain neutral amid the ongoing political crisis in the state.
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Ibas emphasised that his administration would prioritize conflict resolution and peace-building to promote the collective prosperity of Rivers State and its citizens.
He noted that sustaining open dialogue among diverse groups would help create a conducive environment for healing and mutual understanding.
The retired naval chief made the remarks during a meeting with leaders of youth organisations and other stakeholders, led by the Rivers State Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Nwisabari Bani, at the Government House in Port Harcourt over the weekend.
Ibas said: “It is important to restate my impartial stand on the political crisis that has plagued out State. I remain committed to upholding the law and ensuring that all individuals, irrespective of their political affiliations, have a voice in the future of Rivers State. My administration will continue to focus on the collective good of our people.
“I call on all of you, the vibrant and energetic youth of this State, to embrace collaboration, dialogue, and continued engagement. It is imperative that we all work as one to ensure that the mandate entrusted to me by Mr President is fulfilled. We will continue to prioritise restoration of democratic institutions to make every effort in restoring peace to our beloved state.”
Ibas stated his determination to uphold the law and ensure that all Rivers people, irrespective of their politics inclination, had a voice in the future of the state.
He also urged youth of the state to be actively involved in the processes and policies implemented by his administration towards restoration of democratic institutions and achieving enduring peace.
Ibas pointed to the many consultative meetings that he had brokered with key stakeholders, including civil society organisations, traditional rulers, civil servants and leaders from various sectors of our society, geared towards building trust among the citizenry.
He said such meetings became instrumental in identifying the key areas of developmental focus for him, including involving Rivers youths, who make up a large percent of the population of the state.
Ibas said: “Therefore, my administration’s focus on youth development is a multifaceted approach that seeks to prioritise four critical areas. First, education, providing our youths with knowledge and skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
“Creating avenues for young people to acquire vocational skills that will make them economically self-sufficient through skill development.
“Providing economic opportunities and enduring that young people in Rivers State have access to job opportunities, that our State becomes a hub for entrepreneurship and innovation, and digital inclusion, embracing technology to ensure that all our youths are digital literates and have access to global economy.”
In his address, the Rivers State Chairman of National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Nwisabari Bani, expressed gratitude to Ibas for meeting with them and offering them hope as critical development partners.
He assured that Rivers youths would give their unalloyed support to the administrator to deliver on his mandate.
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