Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has officially sworn in a new Secretary to the State Government (SSG) and Chief of Staff as part of a strategic administrative restructuring in the state.
Nijatravel report that the swearing-in ceremony took place at the Executive Council Chamber of the Government House in Port Harcourt on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The appointments take immediate effect and are viewed as part of broader efforts to strengthen governance and streamline policy coordination within the Rivers State administration.
The governor appointed Dr. Dagogo S.A. Wokoma as the new Secretary to the State Government, replacing his predecessor in the role. In the same development, Barrister Sunny Ewule was sworn in as Chief of Staff, assuming responsibility for coordinating activities within the governor’s office and serving as a principal liaison between the executive arm and other government institutions.
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The positions of SSG and Chief of Staff are considered critical within state governance structures. The SSG oversees inter-ministerial coordination, supervises implementation of executive decisions, and ensures smooth administrative processes across ministries and departments. Meanwhile, the Chief of Staff plays a central role in managing the governor’s schedule, supervising internal operations, and facilitating communication between the governor and stakeholders.
The appointments come amid ongoing political developments in Rivers State, where recent administrative adjustments have reshaped the governor’s inner cabinet. Observers note that the restructuring signals a consolidation of leadership and a renewed focus on policy execution and institutional stability.
Governor Fubara has reiterated his commitment to strengthening governance frameworks and enhancing service delivery to residents of Rivers State. Political analysts suggest that the decision to appoint new key officials is aimed at reinforcing administrative efficiency and ensuring alignment with the governor’s development agenda.
While no detailed explanation was provided regarding the exit of former office holders, the swearing-in of the new SSG and Chief of Staff reflects the governor’s constitutional authority to appoint and reorganize members of his executive team. Such adjustments are common within political administrations seeking improved coordination and renewed strategic direction.
The Fubara swears in new SSG and Chief of Staff development underscores the evolving political landscape in Rivers State, particularly as the administration navigates governance priorities in one of Nigeria’s key oil-producing regions.
Stakeholders and residents will be closely watching how the newly appointed officials shape administrative policies and contribute to governance reforms in the coming months.