In a bid to provide a modern and conducive work environment, Rivers State Government has approved the complete rehabilitation and modernization of the State Secretariat Complex.
Speaking at the 2025 Civil Service Week Gala and Awards Ceremony held at Government House, Port Harcourt on Wednesday 10-09-25, Rivers State Sole Administrator, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas said the initiative is designed to directly support civil servants who form the backbone of the state’s governance.
Retired Vice Admiral Ibas while paying glowing tribute to retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries who he described as the bedrock of the state’s administration, approved the provision of 106 housing units for civil servants in the state.
He stated that the Civil Service Week Gala and Awards Ceremony was a symbol of deep appreciation for decades of sacrifice, resilience, and commitment of Civil Servants.
Retired Vice Admiral Ibas urged serving officers to draw inspiration from their predecessors and to strive to make a meaningful impact in the lives of citizens.
He emphasized the importance of embracing innovation, technology, and continuous training to build a civil service equipped for the future.
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In her remarks, the Acting Head of Rivers State Civil Service, Dr. Inyingi Brown, described the civil service as the engine room of government and expressed profound gratitude to the Sole Administrator for his unwavering support and commitment to its modernization.
Dr. Brown while lauding the retirees as torchbearers of discipline and loyalty, pledged to build on their legacy through reforms and innovation.
Speaking on behalf of the retirees, President of the Association of Retired Permanent Secretaries, Sir Promise Njowhor, expressed heartfelt appreciation for the historic recognition.
He pledged the association’s continuous support for government programs, describing the body of experienced retirees as a resource available to contribute to state development.
Highpoint of the event was the presentation of the Most Civil Service Friendly Award to the Administrator by the Forum of Permanent Secretaries for his sustained promotion of welfare and development of the State Civil Service.
