Deputy Governor of Rivers State | |
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since 29 May 2023 | |
Executive branch of the Government of Rivers State | |
Style | Her Excellency The Honorable (alternative) |
Member of | Executive Council |
Seat | Port Harcourt |
Term length | Four years |
Inaugural holder | Frank Eke |
Formation | 1 October 1979 |
Salary | ₦2,112,215 |
Website | http://www.riversstate.gov.ng |
The deputy governor of Rivers State is the second highest-ranking official in the executive branch of Rivers State, after the governor. The Constitution of 1999 requires that the gubernatorial nominee of a party select his or her deputy governor running mate after the primary. The deputy governor's duties include assisting the governor and replacing them in the case of death, resignation, removal, impeachment, absence or incapacity due to illness.
Since 1999, individuals who have held this office have been members of the PDP. Ngozi Odu is the current deputy governor since 29 May 2023.