Gov. Wike Recalls Four Suspended Commissioners, Head of Service

Hamilton Nwosa
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Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has recalled the four commissioners earlier suspended from office.

The commissioners recalled by the governor are: Dr John Bazia, Chieftaincy Affairs; Mrs Tonye Briggs-Oniyide; Culture and Tourism; Dr Fred Kpakol, Finance and Mr Boma Iyaye; Sports.

A statement by the Special Assistant to the Rivers State Governor on Electronic Media, Simeon Nwakaudu informed that the governor has also recalled
the Head of Service, Mr Rufus Godwin and Mr Anugbum Onuoha, Special Adviser on Lands.

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