Nigeria News Nalin The Rivers State Government denied the viral report, the report said, saying the sole executive of the state ibot Ekwe-ibas convened suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy Ngozi ODU.
The Nigerian news platform recalls that it was attributed to a statement attributed to the state government secretary Ibibia Lucky Worika, who claimed that Ibas directed Fubara to present a comprehensive document and appointment record, including reasons and procedures followed in his government over the past two years.
According to the virus statement, Worika allegedly revealed that the subpoenas will also explain to Fubara why he believes he should be reinstated.
But in a statement Wednesday, Sir Didd Sampson, the permanent secretary of the River State Government Secretary’s Office, dismissed the report on Friday as a forgery.
He urged the public to ignore the statement and any similar misinformation,”Because they are the job of troublemakers trying to destabilize the country. ”
The statement reads:The Rivers State Government has become aware of the fraudulent announcements circulating on social media, which are wrongly attributed to the office of the State Secretary (SSG). These malicious fabrications are intended to mislead the public, cause panic and undermine peace in the River State.
“Such false announcements are falsely claimed that His Excellency, Sir Siminari Forbala, Governor of Revers State Governor GSSRS and Mrs. Ngozi Nma Odu were called to a meeting at the Government Building on Friday, April 18, 2025.
“The Rivers State Government clearly states that the announcement was false and did not originate from any official source. The public is urged to ignore this issue and any similar misinformation because they are the work of troublemakers trying to destabilize the country.
“The official communications of the River State Government are only spread through proven channels, including:
– Official River State Government Website: riversstate.gov.ng
– Authorized Government Social Media Handle: River State Government (Facebook), others are reviewing the restart.
– Press release from the Governor’s Office and the State Secretary.
– Approved traditional media.
“For further clarification, contact the Secretary’s Office of the State Government directly via: +234 913 574 8442
“The public is advised to always verify information before sharing and rely solely on official government sources for accurate updates.”
