The Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has ordered the Rivers State Administrator to appear before it and explain why an interim injunction should not be issued to stop the appointment of Sole Administrators for the state’s 23 Local Government Areas
The directive was given on Monday, April 7, 2025, by Justice Adamu Turaki Mohammed, following an ex-parte motion filed by the Pilex Centre for Civic Education Initiative and its Coordinator, Courage Nsirimovu.
The applicants urged the court to halt the proposed appointments, arguing that such a move could undermine democratic principles and local governance in Rivers State.
In his ruling, Justice Mohammed stressed the importance of due process and fairness, instructing the respondent to be served with the motion and to “show cause” why the court should not grant the injunction.
A hearing notice was also issued, and the case was adjourned to April 14, 2025, for further proceedings.
During the hearing, legal counsel for the applicants, A. O. Imiete, adopted a written address in support of the motion and pressed the court to grant the reliefs sought. The respondent did not appear in court.
The case, filed as FHC/PH/CS/46/2025, has generated significant public interest amid growing political tensions in the state, with the move to appoint Sole Administrators sparking concerns over constitutional adherence and democratic governance.
All eyes are now on the next court session, which could have far-reaching implications for local administration in Rivers State.
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