The Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, has appointed Emmanuel Meribole as the acting Secretary to the Abia State Government, or SSG. This appointment follows the former SSG, Professor Kenneth Kalu, taking a Leave of Absence just a few days prior. The selection of the new acting SSG was publicly announced on Friday morning by Ukoha Njoku Ukoha, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor. The official statement indicated that Emmanuel Meribole, who currently holds the position of Special Adviser to the Governor on Projects, will begin his duties as the acting SSG starting on January 1, 2026. To guarantee a smooth changeover, the statement also noted that the process of handing over responsibilities will commence on Monday, December 15, 2025. During this transitional period, Professor Kenneth Kalu will collaborate closely with Dr. Meribole to maintain the consistency of government functions and ensure the effective implementation of the administration’s policies and programs. Emmanuel Meribole, who is a medical doctor by profession, retired from his role as the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development.
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