The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has officially presented certificates of return to the 23 chairmen-elect declared winners of the recently concluded local government elections.
The ceremony, held on Monday at the RSIEC headquarters in Port Harcourt, was attended by family members and supporters of the chairmen-elect.
RSIEC Chairman, Michael Odey, who presided over the presentation, reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to due process and transparency throughout the electoral process.
Some of the chairmen-elect outlined their plans for grassroots development. Aboiya-a Bob-Fubara, Chairman-Elect of Akuku-Toru LGA, pledged to deliver meaningful projects that will positively impact residents.
“I will do my best to bring the necessary transformation to Akuku-Toru Local Government Area, projects that will impact my people positively,” he said.
For Onengiyeofori George, Chairman-Elect of Asari Toru LGA, who is returning for a second term, continuity is key. “It’s my second term and I will continue in my works,” he noted.
The next phase will be the swearing-in ceremony, after which the chairmen-elect will officially assume their roles in the third tier of government.
What You Should Know
On September 1, 2025, the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) presented certificates of return to 23 chairmen-elect at its Port Harcourt headquarters following their victory in the recent local government elections.
RSIEC Chairman Michael Odey emphasized the commission’s commitment to transparency and due process. Chairmen-elect like Aboiya-a Bob-Fubara (Akuku Toru LGA) and Onengiyeofori George (Asari Toru LGA) vowed to deliver transformative projects and continue ongoing efforts.
The chairmen-elect will assume their roles at the local government level after a forthcoming swearing-in ceremony.
