The Executive
The Executive Council, also known as the Governor’s Cabinet is the highest administrative decision-making authority in Rivers State. It is part of the executive branch which is the most influential branch of the state government.
It comprises of the Governor, Deputy Governor, Secretary to the State Government, Chief of Staff, Commissioners and Special Advisers. All of its members excluding the Deputy Governor are appointed by the Governor of Rivers State and confirmed by the House of the Assembly of the state.
The Executive Council is responsible for advising and assisting the Chief Executive in the performance of his or her official duties. Individuals who have been appointed to serve in the Council may also be dismissed or reappointed (to other posts) at will.
Executive Council Members
| S/n | Name | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | His Excellency Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, CON | Governor of Rivers State |
| 2 | Her Excellency Dr. Mrs Ipalibo Harry Banigo | Deputy Governor of Rivers State |
| 3 | Barr. Rufus Godwin | Head of Service |
| 4 | Chief Kenneth Kobani | Secretary to the State Government |
| 5 | Hon. Chukwuemeka Woke | Chief of Staff |
| 6 | Hon. Dr. Austin Tam-George | Commissioner For Information/Communication |
| 7 | Hon. Emmanuel .C. Aguma | Commissioner For Justice |
| 8 | Hon. Dr. Fred Kpakol | Commissioner For Finance |
| 9 | Hon. Emma .I. Okah | Commissioner For Housing |
| 10 | Hon. Onimim Jacks | Commissioner For Agriculture |
| 11 | Hon. Herbert Miller Damiete | Commissioner For Social Welfare |
| 12 | Hon. Micheal Anwuri | Commissioner For Power |
| 13 | Hon. Prof. Roseline Konya | Commissioner For Environment |
| 14 | Hon. Rodaford Longjohn | Commissioner For Local Government Affairs |
| 15 | Hon. Barr. Mrs. Ukel Oyaghiri | Commissioner For Women Affairs |
| 16 | Hon. Harrison Bathuel Iheanyichukwu | Commissioner For Works |
| 17 | Hon. Boma Iyaye | Commissioner For Sports |
| 18 | Hon. Deacon Akie Dagogo Fubara | Commissioner For Transport |
| 19 | Hon. Barr. Onyezonwu Monday | Commissioner For Special Duties I |
| 20 | Hon. Onowu, Chukwuemeka | Commissioner For Special Duties II |
| 21 | Hon. Isaac Kamalu, ESQ. | Commissioner For Budget/Economic Planning |
| 22 | Hon Chief Ibibia Walter | Commissioner For Water Resources |
| 23 | Hon. Chukwu Shedrach .O. | Commissioner For Energy/Natural Resources |
| 24 | Hon. Princewill Ogbobula | Commissioner For Youths |
| 25 | Hon. Prince Dr. John Bazia | Commissioner For Chieftaincy And Community Affairs |
| 26 | Hon. Mrs. Tonye .B. Oniyide | Commissioner For Culture And Tourism |
| 27 | Hon. Dr. Odagme .M. Iyenebari Theophilus | Commissioner For Health |
| 28 | Hon. Prof. Kaniye Ebeku | Commissioner For Education |
| 29 | Hon. Chief Ephraim Nwuzi | Commissioner For Employment/Empowerment |
| 30 | Hon. Bright .O. Jacob | Commissioner For Commerce And Industry |
| 31 | Hon. Chinyere Igwe | Commissioner For Urban Development |
| 29 | Hon. Chief Ephraim Nwuzi | Commissioner For Employment/Empowerment |