The Victor Oko-Jumbo-led House of Assembly in Rivers State has screened and confirmed five commissioner nominees in line with the request of the state governor, Siminialayi Fubara.

The nominees were confirmed on Tuesday, August 13, at the plenary of the lawmakers at the Auditorium Admin Block of the Rivers State Government House.

The five nominees confirmed were Mr. Ilamu Arugu, Dr. Rowland Obed Whyte, Dr. Sam Anya, Mr. Samuel Eyiba, and Austin Emeka Nnadozie.

The confirmation was announced by Oko-Jumbo paving the way for them to join the state executive council.

The commissioner nominees while fielding questions during their screening said they were ready to work for the progress and development of the state.

They promised to discharge their duties diligently and loyally serve the state government.

The leader, Sokari Goodboy Sokari urged his colleagues not to delay the confirmation, adding that the nominees have served the state in various capacities in the past.

Sokari said speedy confirmations of the nominees would help fill the vacant positions in the Rivers State Executive Council.

Oko-Jumbo said the new commissioners were expected to contribute to the development and growth of Rivers State. (The Nation)