Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has sworn in two women – Mrs Gloria Omereji (Emohua) and Mrs Daisy Tamunoene (Ogu/Bolo) – among 10 new caretaker committee chairmen.
Of 23 caretaker committee chairmen the governor swore in, 10 were new while 13 were reappointed.
After the ceremony yesterday at the Government House in Port Harcourt, Wike regretted that some appointees preferred financial benefits to service.
The governor noted that because most local government caretaker committee chairmen misplaced their priorities, it was difficult to recommend them for higher service after their terms in office.
He said: “If you think this is the end of your political careers, then do as you wish in office.
“However, I advise you to serve in ways that will help you build your political careers. Use your appointments to serve the people of your local government areas.”