EXCLUSIVE: Governor Fubara Poised to Reshape Executive Council Following Supreme Court Verdict as Key Cabinet Members Expected to Retain Positions

According to well-placed sources within the Governor’s office, a major reshuffle of the State Executive Council (SEC) is expected following the Supreme Court’s verdict, which affected appointments previously confirmed by the Oko Jumbo-led Assembly. While several cabinet members are likely to be relieved, insiders indicate that key figures will remain in strategic positions to ensure continuity in governance.

The sources reveal that, apart from the Deputy Governor, the following officials are expected to retain their positions in the Governor’s inner circle:

Dr. Tammy Danagogo – Secretary to the State Government

Rt. Hon. Ehie Edison – Chief of Staff (appointment not subject to Assembly confirmation)

Dr. Adaeze Oreh – Commissioner for Health

Hon. Joe Johnson – Commissioner for Information & Communication

Hon. Chisom Kenneth Gbali – Commissioner for Youth Development

Engr. Victor Kii – Commissioner for Agriculture

Charles Amadi – Commissioner for Chieftaincy & Community Affairs

Christopher Green – Commissioner for Sports

Uchechukwu Nwafor – Commissioner for Energy & Natural Resources

Dr. Roselyne Apawari Uranta – Commissioner for Women Affairs

All Special Advisers are expected to remain in office, given that their appointments are not subject to Assembly confirmation. The Acting Head of Service (HoS), recently sworn in by Ibas, may also be adopted by the Governor as part of the official executive structure.

While the final composition is yet to be officially announced, insiders suggest that the Governor is weighing continuity against strategic realignment, a move that will likely enhance governance and accelerate ongoing development initiatives. Until any official changes are made, this projected configuration represents the likely makeup of the State Executive Council.