Rivers Deputy Governor, Ngozi Odu, has dismissed a viral report of her resignation.
She said that she remained committed to her role and duties.
Rumours about the resignation of the deputy governor surfaced after a viral video on social media suggested she had stepped down due to political pressure
In response, her Press Secretary, Owupele Benebo, released a statement on Wednesday categorically denying the reports.
He clarified that the deputy governor remained fully dedicated to her role and continued to carry out her responsibilities.
The statement said: “The Office of the Deputy Governor of Rivers State wishes to categorically debunk the false and misleading reports circulating online suggesting that Her Excellency, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, DSSRS, has resigned.”
Benebo reaffirmed that Prof. Odu was still actively serving alongside Governor Siminalayi Fubara and remained focused on delivering effective governance to the people of Rivers State.
“Contrary to these baseless claims, Her Excellency remains committed to her duties as Deputy Governor, a position she was duly elected to serve alongside His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, the Executive Governor of Rivers State,” he stated.
The statement described Odu as a dedicated public servant and academic who “plays a key role in the administration.”
It also highlighted her contributions to policy-making and governance in the state.
According to Benebo, “Her exemplary leadership and expertise have been invaluable to the administration, and she remains steadfast in her commitment and support to His Excellency, Sir Dr. Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS.”
The Office of the Deputy Governor urged the public to disregard the rumours, calling them misleading and baseless.
“We urge the public to disregard these unfounded reports, which are clearly the product of malicious speculation,” Benebo stated.
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