Ibas urges security agencies to strengthen collaboration against illegal oil bunkering 

The Rivers State Government has called for strengthened collaboration between security agencies, community stakeholders, and residents to combat sea piracy, illegal oil bunkering, and other forms of criminality in the state.

The State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (retd), gave the charge during a town hall security stakeholders’ meeting held in Opobo Town on Saturday.

Ibas, represented by the State Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, emphasised the need for collective efforts to safeguard critical government assets and infrastructure.

This was contained in a statement issued by the media aide to the State Sole Administrator, Hector Igbikiowubo, and sent to newsmen.

Ibas stated, “We are here to ensure you work in synergy with the Local Government Administrator to protect government infrastructure and critical assets.”

He assured residents that the government would prioritise healthcare, education, road rehabilitation, and other welfare concerns to enhance living standards in the area.

In his welcome address, the Administrator of Opobo/Nkoro LGA, Mr Frederick Apiafi, described the meeting as timely and necessary, urging participants to engage in open and constructive discussions.