Dr. Adaeze Oreh has formally stepped aside as Rivers State Commissioner for Health following the dissolution of the State Executive Council by Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
In a press statement dated February 13, 2026, and shared via her official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, Oreh expressed gratitude to the governor for what she described as the “extraordinary opportunity and immense privilege” to serve in his administration.
The former commissioner said her tenure offered her one of the greatest honours of her life — contributing to the transformation of the state’s health sector under Governor Fubara’s leadership.
“It has been one of the greatest honours of my life to work towards a healthier, more equitable Rivers State, and I will forever be thankful for the trust and confidence he placed in me,” she stated.
Reflecting on her time in office, Oreh highlighted key strides made in strengthening primary healthcare systems, improving maternal and child health outcomes, expanding access to quality services, and promoting accountability across the sector.
She also noted the establishment of partnerships that amplified Rivers State’s presence in national and global health conversations.
She attributed the progress recorded during her tenure to the dedication of health workers, development partners and local communities.
“The true joy of this tenure lay in the remarkable opportunity it presented — to do meaningful, life-changing work for the people of Rivers State,” she said.
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Oreh extended appreciation to permanent secretaries, chief executives, directors, medical officers and frontline professionals within the Ministry of Health, describing their work as the backbone of the state’s health reforms.
As she exits office in compliance with the governor’s directive dissolving the cabinet, Oreh expressed confidence in the professionals who will continue the work, while reaffirming her commitment to advancing health systems, equitable access and institutional reform in future capacities.
“To our healthcare workers: Your sacrifice, professionalism, and compassion remain the heartbeat of our health system,” she added.
The dissolution of the Rivers State Executive Council marks a new phase in the state’s political and administrative landscape.
For Oreh, however, the chapter closes with what she described as enduring pride in having served as “The People’s Commissioner,” and a continued resolve to champion public service beyond office.