Ile-Akun is a small town where Chioma and Kunle lived before. They had known each other since they were kids. They climbed mango trees 🥭 together, whispering great plans and dreams to each other long into the night 🌙. Meeting like that always rekindled a special spark between them. As they grew older, their friendship deepened, and it turned into something more. They started dating during their last year of secondary school. Chioma was lively and outgoing 💃, while Kunle was more of a quiet thinker 🤔. They balanced each other well, and everyone in the community admired their bond. However, as the long holiday approached, things started to change. One sunny afternoon 🌞, Chioma excitedly planned her holiday. She wanted to join a charity group helping orphaned children in the community. Kunle, on the other hand, had plans to work at his uncle’s mechanic shop 🔧 to save money for university. As they sat under a big Udala tree 🍏 discussing their plans, Chioma said, "Kunle, I really want to help these kids. It’s important to me. Can’t you consider joining me?" Kunle shrugged and replied, "That’s great, Chioma, but I need to help my uncle this holiday. I can’t just leave that behind." Chioma felt disappointment 😞 wash over her. She had really hoped he would want to be part of something meaningful. "But we can make a difference together! The program is only a few hours a week," she insisted. "I just think working is more practical," Kunle said, trying to sound reasonable. "I need to focus on my future too." The discussion turned into an argument. "Kunle, you never want to do anything fun or different, do you? 😡" Chioma exclaimed. "And you never think about what’s necessary in life! 😠" Kunle shouted back. After that day, they barely spoke. The silence between them grew heavier. Chioma signed up for the volunteering program, while Kunle spent long hours at the mechanic shop, fixing cars 🚗 and motorcycles 🏍️. Once, they used to gist and laugh together, but now, everything was different. They would see each other at the junction where people sold roasted corn 🌽 and suya but barely exchanged words. Weeks passed, and soon, the town announced the annual Ile-Akun New Yam Festival 🥘🎉. Everyone was excited—it was a tradition for Chioma and Kunle to attend together. But this year was different. Chioma wanted to spend time with her new friends from the volunteer group, leaving Kunle alone at home, feeling left out 😔. On the day of the festival, the air was filled with the aroma of jollof rice, grilled fish, and palm wine 🥘🍹. Chioma had fun dancing to Afrobeats 🕺🏾, playing ayo olopon 🎲, and helping set up stalls. Yet, a part of her missed Kunle’s company. She caught a glimpse of him across the street, laughing with some guys near a suya stand. Seeing him enjoy himself without her made her heart ache 💙. Kunle also spotted her, their eyes locked for a few seconds. Memories of childhood, of sneaking puff-puff from Mama Nkechi’s roadside shop, of watching Nollywood movies together, flooded his mind. But just as quickly as the moment came, it disappeared, and they both turned away. After the festival, Chioma felt lonely. She realized how much she missed Kunle 💭. One evening, as the sun set in golden hues over the red earth 🌅, she decided to visit him. She knocked on his door, her heart beating fast. Finally, Kunle opened it, surprised to see her. "Hi," Chioma said softly, playing with the edge of her Ankara dress. "Hey," Kunle replied, his voice carrying both surprise and caution. They stood there in silence before Chioma finally spoke. "I’ve missed you, Kunle. 😞" "I missed you too," Kunle admitted. "But things have been… complicated." "I know," she sighed. "I thought this holiday would bring us closer, but it feels like the opposite happened." Kunle nodded, rubbing his forehead. "I didn’t mean to push you away. I just thought I needed to focus on work." "I understand, but I also wanted to share this experience with you," Chioma replied softly. "I didn’t want to lose you." 💞 Kunle looked down, realization hitting him. "I guess I was so focused on my own plans that I didn’t see what I was missing." Chioma stepped closer. "Can we fix this? I think we should support each other, but communication is key." Kunle smiled for the first time in weeks 😊. "Okay. I’ll try to make more time for us and listen to you. I promise to support your dreams as long as I have breath." They both exhaled, as if a weight had been lifted. The warmth of resolution spread between them like the first rain after harmattan 🌧️. Chioma reached out and held Kunle’s hand 🤝. "Let’s promise to always talk, no matter what." "Deal," Kunle said, his heart lighter. 💕 From that day, they made a real effort to balance their lives. Kunle sometimes helped at the orphanage, and Chioma brought food 🍛 to the mechanic shop while they chatted. They learned to respect and appreciate each other even more. As the long holiday ended and school resumed, they knew their bond had grown stronger. One evening, sitting on their favorite bench under the stars ✨, Kunle turned to Chioma and said, "I think we can face anything if we just keep talking." Chioma smiled. "We are a team, Kunle. No matter what." 💑 And that began a new chapter for Chioma and Kunle—side by side, ready to take on whatever life threw at them. 🚀💖 @highlight #viralstory #viralstories

MISTAKES FOOLISH MEN MAKE 🚨 Some men think they are wise, but their foolishness is louder than a generator at 2 AM. They spend on random women, ignore their families, and behave like big boys until reality humbles them. If you want a peaceful and successful life, avoid these 15 foolish mistakes: 1. YOU FEED STRANGERS, BUT YOUR FAMILY IS HUNGRY Your wife asks for money to cook, you say “manage things.” Your children need new shoes, you tell them “things are tough.” But when a slay queen sends “Hey baby, I’m craving pizza”, you’re already on your way to Domino’s like a delivery man. 🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Your own family is suffering, but you’re feeding someone who is only with you because of your money. Who really needs deliverance here? 2. YOU ENJOY LIFE OUTSIDE, BUT YOUR HOME IS A WAR ZONE You’re “outside” every weekend, drinking, dancing, calling yourself “big man”, while your wife is at home, thinking about how to pay rent and feed the kids. 🚨 REALITY CHECK: One day, you’ll return home broke, and the woman you abandoned will be the only one standing by you. By then, it might be too late. 3. YOU’RE INVESTING IN SOMEONE ELSE’S WIFE You think you’re helping a “babe” grow by sending her money? She’s just waiting for a serious man to marry her. You’re paying her bills, sponsoring her hair, nails, and data. But when she’s ready to settle down, she will marry another man. 🚨 CONGRATULATIONS IN ADVANCE: You just built up another man’s wife. Hope you’ll attend the wedding! 😂 4. YOU THINK ASHAWO LOVES YOU – NO, SHE LOVES YOUR WALLET She calls you “baby” because you’re spending money, not because she actually cares. 🚨 WAKE UP! The moment you go broke, she will disappear faster than free WiFi in a crowded area. Oga, you’re not her type – your money is! 5. YOU’RE A BIG MAN OUTSIDE, BUT BROKE IN YOUR OWN HOUSE Outside, you’re a chairman. Inside, you’re a charity case. Your friends see you drinking expensive whiskey, but your children are drinking garri with no sugar. 🚨 EVEN YOUR ANCESTORS ARE SHOCKED. Fix your priorities before life resets you. 6. YOU SMOKE, DRINK, GAMBLE, BUT CAN’T PAY SCHOOL FEES Every weekend, you spend ₦50k on smoking and drinking, but when school fees arrive, you start telling your wife “times are hard.” Oga, times are not hard, you are just stupid. Instead of investing in your children, you’re investing in alcohol. 🚨 REALITY WILL HUMBLE YOU. The same children you abandoned will be the ones to abandon you in old age. 7. YOU’RE CHASING GIRLS WHILE YOUR LIFE IS FALLING APART Your mates are building businesses, but you’re building a catalog of side chicks. You know all the girls in town, but you don’t know how to make money. 🚨 BE SERIOUS WITH YOUR LIFE, BRO. Girls will not help you when you’re broke. Focus on success first – the right woman will come. 8. YOU’RE SPENDING MONEY ON A GIRL WHO’S SAVING FOR ANOTHER MAN You send her urgent 2K, she tells you “thanks baby 😍” But the money goes straight into her savings account for her real boyfriend. 🚨 ONE DAY, YOU WILL UNDERSTAND. When she gets married, don’t be surprised if the husband is the same guy you thought was “just a friend.” 9. YOU CALL YOURSELF A “BIG BOY” BUT YOU HAVE NO INVESTMENTS You wear designers, use the latest iPhone, but your account balance is on life support. 🚨 TRUE WEALTH IS SILENT. If your money is only for show, you’ll be broke before you hit 40. 10. YOU’RE COMPETING WITH YOUR MATES WHO HAVE MULTIPLE INCOME SOURCES Your friends invest in real estate, stocks, and businesses, but you’re busy competing over who can pop the most bottles at the club. 🚨 LIFE IS NOT A COMPETITION OF STUPIDITY. If you don’t invest now, you’ll be begging your mates for help later. 11. YOU SLEEP AROUND, BUT EXPECT A FAITHFUL WIFE You cheat with everything in a skirt, but the day you see your wife talking to another man, you become a motivational speaker on loyalty. 🚨 KARMA IS NOT A MYTH. If you want a good woman, be a good man first. 12. YOU KEEP BORROWING TO IMPRESS PEOPLE WHO DON’T CARE You take loans just to live large, but those people you’re impressing won’t help you when you’re in debt. 🚨 STOP LIVING FAKE LIFE. Wealthy men don’t borrow money for luxury – they invest and multiply it. 13. YOU CHOOSE WOMEN BASED ON LOOKS, NOT CHARACTER She’s fine, but does she have sense? She’s sexy, but does she have self-respect? 🚨 A PRETTY FOOL WILL RUIN YOUR LIFE. Choose wisely before you end up with a liability, not a wife. 14. YOU ALLOW WOMEN TO CONTROL YOUR LIFE A woman asks for money, you empty your account. She tells you to stop talking to your friends, you obey like a child. 🚨 BE A MAN, NOT A PUPPET. A woman should complement your life, not control it. 15. YOU NEGLECT YOUR SPIRITUAL LIFE You believe in money, women, and vibes, but when problems come, who will fight for you? 🚨 EVEN BILLIONAIRES PRAY. If you think money is everything, you’ll learn the hard way that life is deeper than cash.

🇺🇸Trump has launched his second presidency *with an unprecedented demonstration of executive power, using the world’s richest man "ELON MUSK" to dismantle swaths of the government, and said his supporters want even more.* The Nation Newspaper April 1st, 2025 https://thenationonlineng.net/im-not-joking-about-third-term-as-u-s-president-says-trump/ President Donald Trump yesterday repeated his suggestion he might seek a third term as United States president, which would defy the two-term limit stipulated in the United States’ Constitution. In a yesterday morning phone call with NBC News, Trump said: *“I’m not joking,”* when asked to clarify a remark on seeking another term. He added: *“There are methods which you could do it.”*

Two days ago we celebrated mother's day, come to think of it who is a mother? A mother is someone who nurtures, cares for, and provides love and support to a child. This can be biological, adoptive, or even in a chosen family dynamic. A mother isn’t just defined by giving birth but by the role she plays in a child's life—offering guidance, protection, and unconditional love. Characteristics of a mother A mother is often characterized by a mix of emotional, psychological, and practical qualities. While every mother is unique, some common characteristics include: 1. Unconditional Love – A mother’s love is deep, unwavering, and not based on conditions. She cares for her children regardless of their flaws. 2. Nurturing Nature – She provides emotional and physical support, ensuring her children feel safe, loved, and cared for. 3. Patience – Raising children requires immense patience, from teaching life lessons to handling tantrums. 4. Selflessness – A mother often puts her child’s needs before her own, sacrificing time, sleep, and personal desires for their well-being. 5. Strength and Resilience – She remains strong through challenges, whether emotional, financial, or personal, to support her family. 6. Guidance and Wisdom – A mother imparts life lessons, values, and knowledge, helping her children navigate life’s ups and downs. 7. Protectiveness – She instinctively protects her child from harm, whether emotional or physical. 8. Compassion and Empathy – Understanding her child’s feelings and struggles, she provides comfort and reassurance. 9. Dedication and Hard Work – Whether she’s a stay-at-home mom, a working mother, or balancing both, she is committed to providing a better life for her child. 10. Forgiveness – Even when children make mistakes, a mother forgives and continues to support them. While these characteristics are common, motherhood looks different for everyone. Some mothers may express love through actions rather than words, while others may be more emotional. What do you think defines a mother best? Let's have your opinion on this

Money follows traffic. If you are still the type who takes sides when two popular people have beef, you are not wise. AY and Basketmouth have settled and are back. Guess what? The only enemies created in their disagreement are those who took sides. If you quarrel with another because of the clubs you support, you are very unwise. If you go into debates with your fellow Christians because the different churches you attend, you are very unwise. If you not a party member and a direct beneficiary of a political party, and you go into altercations with other because of political parties, you are very unwise. If at this level of your life, with all the available resources to you, you are still doing Wizkid FC & Davido FC, you are very unwise. The elites always create fracas to divide the masses. They always know how to settle because to them all that matters is business interest. Don't just follow the buzz. Be the buzz! P.S I'm happy to see AY & Basketmouth do this. I wish them a heavily successful show.

WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES THAT COMES WITH YOUR RIGHTS AS A NIGERIAN As a Nigerian, along with your rights, you also have responsibilities that help maintain a harmonious and functioning society. Here are some key responsibilities that complement your rights: Civic Responsibilities 1. *Obey the Law*: Respect and obey the laws of Nigeria, including those related to taxation, traffic, and public order. 2. *Pay Taxes*: Contribute to the development of Nigeria by paying your taxes and duties promptly. 3. *Participate in the Democratic Process*: Exercise your right to vote, participate in public debates, and engage with your elected representatives. 4. *Respect Public Institutions*: Treat public institutions, such as courts, schools, and hospitals, with respect and dignity. Social Responsibilities 1. *Respect the Rights of Others*: Recognize and respect the rights and freedoms of fellow Nigerians, including those from different ethnic, religious, or cultural backgrounds. 2. *Promote National Unity*: Foster a sense of national unity and cohesion by embracing Nigeria's diversity and promoting peaceful coexistence. 3. *Protect the Environment*: Contribute to the preservation and protection of Nigeria's natural resources and environment. 4. *Support Vulnerable Groups*: Show compassion and support for vulnerable groups, such as children, women, and people with disabilities. Personal Responsibilities 1. *Be a Good Neighbor*: Maintain good relationships with your neighbors and contribute to the well-being of your community. 2. *Take Care of Your Health*: Prioritize your physical and mental health by adopting healthy habits and seeking medical attention when necessary. 3. *Pursue Personal Development*: Continuously seek knowledge, skills, and personal growth to enhance your contributions to society. 4. *Be Accountable*: Take responsibility for your actions, apologize when necessary, and make amends for any harm caused. Community Responsibilities 1. *Participate in Community Development*: Contribute to the development of your community through volunteer work, community service, or participation in local initiatives. 2. *Support Local Institutions*: Strengthen local institutions, such as schools, hospitals, and community centers, by providing resources, expertise, or volunteer services. 3. *Foster Community Cohesion*: Promote social cohesion and inclusivity within your community by organizing or participating in community events and activities. 4. *Protect Community Resources*: Help protect community resources, such as public facilities, parks, and natural resources, for future generations. By embracing these responsibilities, you'll not only exercise your rights but also contribute to the well-being and prosperity of Nigeria.

SIX (6) WAYS MEN CAN ESCAPE POVERTY ∆. Get the right woman - Forget the slay queens and women with looks but zero brains. Get a woman who will not only support your vision but will also push you to achieve more. A woman who will inspire you to work hard and not a woman who just makes you hard. He who finds a real woman finds a good thing and obtains favour and power to create wealth. ∆. Stop Taking Cheap Drinks - I have no problem with having drinks during social interaction and networking. However, when you drink cheap drinks or drink in cheap places, you hang out with cheap people who have cheap ideas and a cheap future. Big business opportunities are found in places where the drinks are expensive. In fact, in places where they sell cheap drinks, the only people you will find there are people who will be asking you for money. They even clap when you come knowing 'big buyer' has come. ∆. Stop being Lazy - "Man ooh Man, why art thou Lazy?" You are too lazy for your own good. You sleep the whole day and blame the government for your poverty. "A Little Sleep, a Little Slumber, poverty shall overtake you like a political cadre in overalls". A lot of men are just lazy when it comes to making money. They have enough energy to give a woman five orgasms, but have no energy to start one organization, that's why it is so easy for men to manufacture children than it is to make even pegs for putting children's clothes on the line.. ∆. Know Productive Things - If you keep too much junk in your head, you get a junk life. I know a lot of men who are so sharp when you are talking about girls, about soccer and about street politics, Who is Rich who is not,Who has a good house but you can't bring a topic about investment, innovation and business, they start looking at their phone, yawning or saying bye.. Useless things, videos and memes go viral fast than constructive things.. A man must know how to do at least one productive thing (have one skill) even without having gone to college. ∆. Get Connected to Big Men Who are better than you - A lot of men are failing because they are not mentored. They don't have anyone to whom they can sit down and listen, with obedience. In the old days, old men would sit young men down and show them how to hunt and kill animals... and no man was considered a man enough until he has personally killed an animal... now these men of nowadays are not mentored and can't even kill a bird. There are men out there who have made it in life, find a way to get mentored by big men who are making waves and impacting people in our community. ∆. Work - Stop Spending your whole day just praying and fasting yet you know that both Quran and Bible tells you that God will bless the work of your hands. Yes yes The blessing finds you on your way doing something,Stop using Prayer as an excuse not to work. Work hard. It’s an error for your pockets to be empty and your brain to be empty too.

NBA star Anthony Edwards made a historic move by paying $1,080,000 in child support all at once, covering 18 years worth of payments. 😲 That’s $5,000 a month—but he decided to settle it all up front. The message is clear: “Don’t ask me for a thing for the next 18 years!”

1. When a woman is humble, she becomes a natural charm to her husband 2. When a woman is submissive, she gets what she desires from her husband 3. When a woman is trustworthy, she can control her husband's finances 4. When a woman is hospitable, she can host her husband's meetings 5. When a woman is friendly, she becomes her husband's best friend 6. When a woman is jovial and playful, she can unlock her husband's sad mood 7. When a woman is appreciative, she receives unexpected gifts from her husband 8. When a woman is respectful, she can attend her husband's cultural meetings with him 9. When a woman is understandable, her husband feels free to tell her even the ugly 10. When a woman is peaceful, her husband comes rushing home each time 11. When a woman is tender hearted, she makes a great mother for her kids 12. When a woman is slow tempered, she knows when to approach her husband in times of misunderstandings and arguments 13. When a woman is not vulnerable, she is loved by her husband 14. When a woman does not keep secrets from her husband, her husband tells her all of his every moves 15. When a woman is prayerful, she becomes a powerful support system to her husband 16. When a woman is God fearing, she sets her home on the principles of God the Almighty 17. When a woman is selfless, her husband relies completely on her 18. When a woman is creative, she and the husband can figure out the future together Unfortunately when you are not any of these, it becomes so hard for you to enjoy marriage. Seek God's help to become any of the above, you can't do it on your own. Greetings to all submissive Women A GOOD WOMAN BUILDS HER OWN MARRIAGE - Proverbs 31:10 - 31

Many people are saying, I used Juju to tie 2baba down, lol, but no I don't do juju cause i don't believe in that. I will say love found us, we were meant to be together and that is why it looks like that. I love him for his personality, so calm, gentle, caring, full of wisdom, support, and also knows how to handle me in bed. For me, i am forever in this with him, am giving him back the love 100% no matter what people say. - Natasha Osawaru

WHETHER YOU ARE MARRIED OR NOT, READ THIS AND LEARN. "Dad, can you loan me Five Hundred Thousand Naira?" Kola asked his father. "What for son?", his father asked. "For my wedding. By our calculations, we're falling short meeting the cost". Kola had come to meet his parents with his fiancé. "Your wedding? How much is the total cost of the wedding?", his father asked. "N3.6 million. We're thinking of starting the committee next week. We can together give about eight hundred thousand and expect our friends to help us raise about two million. I remember you told me if ever I need help I can come to you" Kola answered. His father held him by the shoulder and said "Go get your wife and come meet me at my study room". "Yes dad", Kola obliged. Minutes later, Kola and his fiancé,Tomilayo walked into his father's study room. "Having a good time my daughter?" Kola's father asked. "Yes I am. You and your wife are so hospitable. I pray that Kola and I can emulate your marriage. You are an admirable couple" answered Kola's fiance. "Thank you. I am delighted to have you as my daughter. This is your home, you're welcome anytime", said father. They sat down. "Thank you dad" "So, I hear you want to spend N3.6 million for your wedding and you need me to help with five hundred thousand?", asked father. "Yes, we will greatly appreciate" said the fiancé. "The wedding will be at the Total Garden Ibadan in about six months time", said Kola. "Why do you want to have a big wedding?", father asked. "Well, it's our big day. She's always dreamt of a big wedding", Kola replied. "Have you dreamt of a big wedding or a strong marriage?", The father asked the fiancé. "When you put it that way, it's more of a strong marriage" said the fiancé. "Good. You've answered wisely. So who do you expect to come for your wedding?", asked the father. "Friends and relatives. About seven hundred people", answered Kola. "How many true friends do you really have?", I mean friends who have been tried and tested to be there for you through thick and thin?, asked the father. Kola and Tomilayo looked at each other. "Countable", the fiancé answered. "So who are these other people who will come to your wedding?", asked the father. Silence. "OK. Let's go to the relatives. I know you love your relatives, but how many are really close to you? You barely talk with the many relatives you have", said the father. "What are you trying to say dad?" asked Kola. "My son, my daughter; why do you want to spend N3.6 million on a wedding, a one day event yet you need the money in your marriage? Look, you are actually coming to ask me for money, you will form a committee to ask people for money; all to show off and please people who will not even matter in your marriage" Silence. The father continued, "Let me share with you my experience. When I married your mother, we spent about a million for the wedding. That was a lot of money then. We fed people, got stressed by service providers, just so that we put up a wedding that will win the applause of a crowd. But as soon as we got married, the crowd disappeared. All the issues that your mother and I went through, no one cared, even family couldn't do much. Every one is busy living their life. When things got tough, the crowd gossiped about us, some even seemed happy that our marriage was in trouble" Silence. "I have seen this script repeated over and over. Brides get stressed on their wedding day, they can't even enjoy, couples being angry at friends who don't support them financially, the worst part is starting marriage in debt or struggling financially. Do you know a wedding doesn't have to cost so much, it doesn't have to be stressful, it doesn't have to be full of people who perhaps will never talk to you again?" added the father. "But dad, what will people think if we do a small wedding or we don't invite them?"asked the fiancé. "Are you getting married for people? If you have a small wedding with only the witnesses who matter, will you two not be married? What is all this competition of who has a grand wedding for? People are competing on Facebook, in weddings; why this need to show off? You know that money you are about to blow in one day, you can use it to invest in your marriage, you can start the process of buying or building a home, you can save up for the needs of the children you will have because you need money to raise a family. Why not start your marriage financially healthy and not in debt? Marriage is what is more important than a wedding", continued the father. "Dad, if you don't want to support us it's okay", said Kola. The fiancé stopped him saying, "No my love, dad has a point. I actually find the idea of a small wedding not just wise and economical, but also intimate. Marriage is just you and me, not people". The father spoke, "My son, in all the years you have been a man, you have never come to me asking for money, but now you are asking for money to put up a show? I look further, I look at your marriage. I admire how people come together in a wedding committee to raise money and I wonder, what if couples and people use that same energy to put up a business that will uplift families. Those members who will be part of your wedding committee, imagine if they become your investors, imagine if you build a company where you can make profit and feed your homes. Something sustainable." Kola and his fiancé nodded. "My son, I have longed for the day you would come and ask me to invest in your business idea. But today I will make the first move", the father said taking his cheque book from his drawer. He wrote on the cheque then gave it to the fiancé. "Here my son, this is a cheque of five million naira, not for your wedding but as start up capital for a business of your choice. I am giving the cheque to your wife because as the Proverbs 31 woman said, she is to walk with you in building an empire for your family. Focus on your family, give your family the best; forget about the public and opinions of people who don't matter. Build a future for your family. Build your family on a foundation of surplus not debt". "Thank you so much" said the fiancé. Kola stood up with tears in his eyes. His father stood up too. The father and son hugged. "Thank you dad for being a great figure and your counsel. I don't know what to say. You have challenged me not to merely get married but to have a vision, a vision for my family. I don't know what to say" he spoke. The father held his shoulder, "You will make a great husband and father. I wish I had the same counsel when I was getting married, all those people I fed on my wedding day didn't add value to my marriage. In fact, if I was to organize an event and feed multitudes, I would do so for the less fortunate and those in need. Marriage is not for show. Pls follow Eunice home of fashion &hair Don’t forget to share to enlighten more people #highlightseveryone #fbreels23 #fypシ゚viralシ #fbyシvideo #highlightseveryonefollowers #highlightsシ゚ #fbyシviral #fbreelsvideo #reelsfypシ

In The News: Rivers Sole Administrator Appoints SSG As Head Of Service Resigns The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), has appointed Prof. Ibibia Worika, a legal expert and administrator, as the new Secretary to the State Government. In a statement, the Sole Administrator said the appointment, which takes immediate effect, followed a rigorous selection process in which Worika’s extensive experience, academic credentials, and policy expertise stood out. In a related development, the ex-naval chief appointed Iyingi Brown as the Permanent Secretary for Welfare in the Office of the Head of Service to act as the Head of Service pending a substantive appointment. The appointment followed the resignation of the substantive Head of Service, George Nwaeke. In a statement, the government expressed gratitude for Nwaeke’s contributions during his tenure and wished him success in his future endeavors. While congratulating Brown on her new role, the administrator reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining peace and stability in Rivers State. The statement further said Worika’s distinguished career spanned academia, international legal practice, and high-level policy advisory roles, making him well-suited to support the administrator in achieving the mandate set by President Bola Tinubu for the state. “Professor Worika’s wealth of experience in legal scholarship, public policy, and governance will be instrumental in driving the administration’s agenda. His appointment underscores our dedication to excellence in public service,” the statement read. The Sole Administrator emphasized his commitment to utiliing the rich human capital of Rivers State to foster peace, stability, and security. Hailing from Okrika in Rivers State, Professor Worika is a globally recognized scholar, legal expert, and administrator with a strong background in environmental and petroleum law. He holds a Ph.D. in International Environmental and Comparative Petroleum Law & Policy