| Re: 10 Things To Know About Ibok-ete Ibas, Sole Administrator Of Rivers State by SledgeHammerer: 10:09am On Mar 19 |
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| Re: 10 Things To Know About Ibok-ete Ibas, Sole Administrator Of Rivers State by Konquest: 10:12am On Mar 19 |
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Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd) CFR psc+ GSS AM ndc MSc is a seasoned military officer and former Chief of the Naval Staff of Nigeria, ThisDay Nigeria reports.
Born on September 27, 1960, he has had a distinguished career in the Nigerian Navy, serving in various strategic roles before retiring in 2021. His expertise spans naval warfare, logistics, and defense strategy.
In 2025, he was appointed as the Sole Administrator of Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu following a state of emergency declaration in the state. Here are ten key things to know about him:
1. Former Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS)
Vice Admiral Ibas served as the 22nd Chief of the Naval Staff from 2015 to 2021, overseeing Nigeria’s naval operations and maritime security efforts.
2. A Distinguished Military Career
He enlisted in the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1979 as part of the 26 Regular Course and was commissioned as a sub-lieutenant on January 1, 1983. His career spanned four decades in various naval commands.
3. Extensive Military Education and Training
Ibas attended prestigious military institutions worldwide, including the Armed Forces Command and Staff College (Jaji, Nigeria), the National Defence College (Pakistan), and the United States Marine Corps University (Quantico, Virginia).
4. Expertise in Underwater Warfare
He specialized in underwater warfare after completing an advanced course at the Nigerian Navy’s Underwater Warfare School in 1995, which played a crucial role in shaping his naval career.
5. Command Experience in the Nigerian Navy
He held several key leadership roles, including Commander of the Naval Air Base, Ojo, Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, and Chief of Logistics at the Naval Headquarters.
6. Experience in Defense Strategy and Policy
He earned a Master’s degree in Defense and Strategic Studies from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan, strengthening his expertise in military strategy and national security policymaking.
7. Appointed Rivers State Administrator in 2025
On March 18, 2025, President Tinubu appointed him as the Sole Administrator of Rivers State to oversee governance following a state of emergency declaration.
8. Recipient of National and Military Honors
Ibas has been awarded numerous accolades, including the Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR), Forces Service Star, Meritorious Service Star, and Distinguished Service Star.
9. Member of Prestigious Professional Bodies
He is a member of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) and the Nigerian Institute of Management, among other organizations.
10. Family and Personal Life
He is married to Theresa Ibas, and they have three children. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys various hobbies that complement his disciplined military background.
Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas remains a highly respected figure in Nigeria’s military and governance landscape, bringing a wealth of experience and leadership to his new role as Rivers State Administrator.
More details: https://thisdaynigeria.news/2025/03/18/10-things-to-know-about-newly-appointed-rivers-state-sole-administrator-vice-admiral-ibas/ |
| Re: 10 Things To Know About Ibok-ete Ibas, Sole Administrator Of Rivers State by Care4: 10:42am On Mar 19 |
proeast:
What are you talking about? When Obasanjo removed Ekiti governor, he replaced him with another yoruba man. Why didn't he appoint a Bini man, Igala, Ijaw or Efik?
If Tinubu didn't want to appoint Ijjoid or Igboid man, what stopped him from appointing an Ogoni man?
He simply disregards Ijaws and plays the same script with Wike who earlier called them minority of minorities. Same Tinubu kept attacking Jonathan, the only Ijaw man to rule as president in history. Similarly, it was another yoruba man, Obasanjo who destroyed Odi and killed innocent Ijaws! It was also another yoruba man, Adekunle that killed Adaka Boro!
Ijaws don't even know who their real enemy is, because it's not Igbos, not Hausas and not Fulanis!
The dynamics are different. However, I'm of the opinion, he could have picked another Rivers tribe but the game is the game. |
| Re: 10 Things To Know About Ibok-ete Ibas, Sole Administrator Of Rivers State by Kencruz: 10:50am On Mar 19 |
From cross River state. Nko |
| Re: 10 Things To Know About Ibok-ete Ibas, Sole Administrator Of Rivers State by Maxzyx: 11:48am On Mar 19 |
Subject of discussion is a disgrace. Reduced to the ranks of lieutenant colonel in the NA. He egotistically accepted the offer. What a shame |
| Re: 10 Things To Know About Ibok-ete Ibas, Sole Administrator Of Rivers State by IbrahimSola: 11:57am On Mar 19 |
proeast:
He is obviously from Akwa Ibom. Tinubu no rate Ijaws at all. Imagine to chase away their son, the first time an ijaw is governing Rivers since this democracy started in 1999, only to replace him with an outsider. If Tinubu had the slightest regard for Ijaws, he would have appointed another ijaw man but he didn't even pretend that he doesn't hate them. Well, the name Ibok-Ete is an Akwa Ibom name, but this man hails from Nko in Yakurr Local government Area of Cross River State. There might be a history behind the name.... but records say he's from Yakurr in Cross River State and NOT Akwa Ibom. So take the correction. |
| Re: 10 Things To Know About Ibok-ete Ibas, Sole Administrator Of Rivers State by Meteng: 12:10pm On Mar 19 |
proeast:
He is obviously from Akwa Ibom. Tinubu no rate Ijaws at all. Imagine to chase away their son, the first time an ijaw is governing Rivers since this democracy started in 1999, only to replace him with an outsider. If Tinubu had the slightest regard for Ijaws, he would have appointed another ijaw man but he didn't even pretend that he doesn't hate them. No sir. He’s from Cross River State 1 Like |
| Re: 10 Things To Know About Ibok-ete Ibas, Sole Administrator Of Rivers State by Rochasstatue(f): 1:09pm On Mar 19 |
Trained with the US marines and an expert in underwater warfare.
You don't need to be told what that means.
If you say you be militant and you go use creeks run am, Ibas go meet you under water. 1 Like |
| Re: 10 Things To Know About Ibok-ete Ibas, Sole Administrator Of Rivers State by Imabasiblessing: 4:08pm On Mar 19 |
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