…asks Ete-Ibas to explain and account for the alleged deductions.
The iNews Times reports that a fresh controversy has erupted in Rivers State, where the Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok Ete-Ibas (rtd), has been accused of deducting N200 million from the Ahoada East Local Government’s monthly allocations.
This incident comes amidst ongoing tensions between rival political camps led by Nyesom Wike and suspended Governor Siminalyi Fubara.
In a related development, the Sole Administrator of Ahoada East Local Government Council, Goodluck Ihenacho, was allegedly assaulted and forced to sign his resignation letter.
A video that has gone viral on social media showed Ihenacho being beaten by armed youths in his office.
According to the Chief Security Officer (CSO) of Ahoada-East LGA, Hector Ekeakita, Ihenacho was accused of fraternizing with members of the Simplified Family and attempting to employ a youth loyal to suspended Governor Fubara.
Ekeakita revealed that Ihenacho received N800 million in April and N600 million in May, but declared lower amounts, sparking concerns about the N200 million deduction.
“In April, Mr. Ihenacho received N800 million as allocation but declared only N700 million. In May, he received N600 million aside from the excess crude of over N100 million, but he declared just N500 million. Who is deceiving whom?” Ekeakita questioned.
The CSO urged Ete-Ibas to explain and account for the alleged deductions, saying, “I want this to come to the public domain, and Ibas should come and tell us if it’s true that he collected the council money or not.”
Ekeakita also criticized Ihenacho for neglecting critical roles, including sanitation and local security, which may have contributed to the attack.
The assault on Ihenacho has raised questions about the sincerity of the peace process between the rival camps.
Political watchers in the state have cautioned supporters against acts that could instigate further violence, urging both camps to prioritize reconciliation and peace.
The iNews Times reports that the situation remains volatile, with concerns about the potential for more violence and instability in the state.
