Meet Ibok-Ete Ibas, Rivers State’s New Military Administrator
Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, a retired Nigerian naval officer, has been appointed as the administrator of Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Admiral Ibok Ete Ibas
Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas
This decision follows his years of service in the military and diplomatic roles.
Born on September 27, 1960, in Nko, Cross River State, Ibas had a long career in the Nigerian Navy.
He served as the 22nd Chief of Naval Staff from July 2015 until his retirement in January 2021.
His leadership in the Navy earned him recognition, and in 2021, he was appointed as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Ghana.
Ibas started his education at Nko Primary School before completing it at Big Qua Primary School, Calabar, in 1971.
He attended Hope Waddell Training Institute and later the School of Basic Studies, Ogoja.
His military training began at the Nigerian Defence Academy in 1979 as part of the 26th Regular Course.
He was commissioned as a sub-lieutenant in 1983 and later took on various leadership roles in the Navy.
During his service, Ibas worked on multiple naval ships, including NNS Ruwan Yaro, NNS Obuma, and NNS Aradu.
He later commanded key naval institutions, such as the Nigerian Navy Underwater Warfare School and Forward Operating Base Ibaka.
His career included positions in maritime operations, administration, and training, where he played a role in shaping Nigeria’s naval strategy.
Before becoming Chief of Naval Staff, Ibas held leadership positions, including Navy Secretary and Chief of Logistics. After retiring from the Navy, his expertise in security and diplomacy led to his appointment as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Ghana, where he represented the country in strategic relations.
Ibas is married to Barrister Theresa Ibas, and they have children. Outside his professional life, he enjoys reading, watching documentaries, and playing golf.
His new role as the administrator of Rivers State places him in charge of overseeing governance and stability in the state.
