The Nigerian Senate has constituted an 18-member committee to oversee the activities of Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.). Senate President Godswill Akpabio announced the formation of the committee during Tuesday’s plenary, stating that the move aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the state’s governance.

Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele will chair the committee, which is expected to begin work immediately. Akpabio emphasized the importance of the committee’s role in ensuring effective legislative oversight and hinted that its composition may be reviewed after further consultations.

The committee includes senators from various regions and parties, reaffirming the Senate’s commitment to democratic governance in Rivers State.