The Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Prof. Ngozi Odu, has dismissed reports circulating on social media that she has resigned from office, describing them as “malicious speculation.”
However, Odu, in a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Wednesday by her media aide, Owupele Benebo, debunked the report, calling it fake and misleading.
She reaffirmed her position as deputy governor and restated her commitment to the administration of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, urging the public to disregard what she termed a “baseless claim.”
9News Nigeria reports that the rumour gained traction following a viral video claiming she had stepped down due to intense pressure from undisclosed sources.
Part of the statement read; “The Office of the Deputy Governor of Rivers State wishes to categorically debunk the false and misleading reports suggesting that Her Excellency, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, has resigned.”
“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, the Executive Governor of Rivers State.
“As a seasoned public servant and academic, Prof. Odu is dedicated to supporting the governor in his efforts to deliver the dividends of democracy to the good people of Rivers State.
“Her exemplary leadership and expertise remain invaluable to the administration, and she is unwavering in her commitment to His Excellency, Sir Dr. Siminalayi Fubara.”
The deputy governor further urged the public to disregard what she described as “unfounded reports,” insisting that she has neither resigned nor intends to do so.
