By Titilope Adako
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), has arrived in the state to assume office, assuring that Port Harcourt remains peaceful.
Ibas touched down at the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, at about 11:25 am on Thursday, where he was received by top government officials and security personnel.
A guard of honour was mounted for him at the airport.
Accompanied by the State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, and the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 16, he proceeded to Government House, Port Harcourt.
After a brief tour, he met with Government House officials and service chiefs in the Executive Council Chamber.
Speaking to journalists, Ibas said, “I want to thank you all for what you have been doing so far. When I got in here, I decided to meet with the head of service and service commanders. I will have to meet them for a formal briefing. I assure you that later this evening, I will have to address you on some issues you want to know.”
When asked about the reception he received, the retired Vice Admiral, dressed in all-white native attire, said, “Port Harcourt is my city. Everything appears calm. We just want Port Harcourt to get to where it has always been.”
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