The Rivers State House of Assembly has screened and confirmed eight nominees as members of the Board of the Rivers State Bureau on Public Procurement (RSBoPP).
TPCN reported the screening exercise that was held yesterday at the Hallowed Chamber of the House of Assembly, Auditorium of the Administrative Block, Rivers State Government House in Port Harcourt.
After a voice vote confirmed each nominee, the Speaker directed the House Clerk to inform the State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, for potential swearing-in.
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Barrister Lawrence Oko-Jaja, SAN, was confirmed as Chairman of RSBoPP.
Furthermore, other nominees confirmed as members are Dr. Ernest Ibekwe Ekwe; Dr. Mina Ogbanga; Engr. Iseleye Amachree; Engr. Adokiye Oyagiri; Engr. Gift Alex-Hart; Mrs. Grace Osaronu; and Barrister Selinah Amonieah.
The document read in part, “The eight nominees had appeared for screening before the lawmakers shortly after the reading of the letter sent by the State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, to the Speaker, Rt. Hon.”
“Victor Oko-Jumbo, requesting the House to determine their suitability for appointment as members of the Board of Rivers State Bureau on Public Procurement.’
During the screening, nominees for the Rivers State Bureau on Public Procurement pledged to prioritise value for money in state contracts if confirmed.
Speaker Rt. Hon. Victor Oko-Jumbo emphasised the importance of loyalty, best practices, and accountability.
Meanwhile, the House adjourned until September 4, 2024.
