Following the prompt and decisive action of Imo State Gov Hope Uzodinma, in stopping the grabbing of legitimately acquired landed property of the National Examinations Council,NECO, in Owerri, and returning same to the body, stakeholders of NECO, in the state,have lauded the governor for demonstrating pragmatic and responsive leadership. Speaking on the governor’s directive to all government agencies with the responsibility to ensure that NECO promptly takes possession of the said property, to make sure the council does that with immediate effect,Mrs Emilia Njoku, Anambra State Coordinator NECO, who spoke…
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Rivers: We Have 13 House Of Reps Members, Only 5 Are Talking With The Governor- Robinson Ewor
The Acting Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Dr. Robinson Ewor, has revealed that it is only five out of the 13 House of Representatives members from the state that are in communication with Governor Siminalayi Fubara. During an interview with Arise TV, Ewor emphasized that the ongoing situation in Rivers State is not a crisis but a disagreement between the former governor, Nyesom Wike, and the current governor over control of resources. He stated that the state assembly is no longer serving the interests of…
Read MoreI Tried To Talk, They Shutdown The Mic, They Said They Didn’t Want To Hear From Any Of Us – Ezekwesili
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has pointed out the reasons why she and the representatives of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan were reluctant to swear an oath during their recent meeting with the Senate Ethics and Privileges Committee. Speaking in an interview with Arise News Television on Saturday from 12:26, she revealed that Senator Natasha Akpoti’s petitioner raised two objections in the meeting, which he appealed to the committee to consider before discussing the petition. Ezekwesili noted that the petitioner was dissatisfied with the panel of the committee, which he felt was…
Read MoreImo 2027: A Call to Action for Owerri Zone
By MASA CICO (08139408008) As the clock ticks closer to 2027, the people of Imo State, particularly those from the Owerri zone, are bracing themselves for a momentous occasion. The 2027 Imo governorship election promises to be a defining moment, one that will shape the future of the state and its people. Governor Hope Uzodimma recent statement, “I believe in Imo charter of equity that power is coming to Owerri zone. Now is now Owerri zone to come together and make it a happened,” has resonated deeply with the people of Owerri…
Read MoreYou’ve been compromised, coerced to lie against me’ — Fubara hits back at ex-HoS Nwaeke
Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended governor of Rivers state, has denied the allegations made against him by George Nwaeke, the former head of service in the state. Nwaeke, who resigned as HoS on Tuesday, accused Fubara of being the arrowhead of the political crisis in the state. He also alleged that the former governor held meetings with militants and encouraged the destruction of oil pipelines in the state. Reacting in a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) early on Saturday, Fubara said Nwaeke’s claims are “laughable”. The suspended governor said the former head of service…
Read MoreSacking political appointees appointed by Fubara and replacing them with Wike’s is the problem- Ojo
A group of lawyers and organizations strongly criticized the suspension of political appointees by the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), describing the action as illegal and potentially harmful to the stability of the state. According to The Vanguard, a lawyer, Gbenga Ojo, shared a different perspective on the situation, stating that this was not the first time a state of emergency had been declared in Nigeria. He cited the example of Plateau State, where a similar measure was taken during Joshua Dariye’s tenure as governor. Ojo…
Read MoreFailed Democracy: South-south leaders, activists back Obasanjo, Peter Obi, Kukah
…They spoke the truth, say King Dodo II, Sara-Igbe, Ikimi, Hon Nwuke …Former Senate chief whip, Owie, Ambakederimo criticize OBJ By Emma Amaize, South-South Regional Editor, Sam Oyadongha, Jimitota Onoyume, Egufe Yafugborhi, Ozioruva Aliu, Emma Una, Dan Abia, Chioma Onuegbu, Davies Iheamnacho, Ochuko Akuopha & Ugochukwu Alaribe The traditional ruler of Bilabiri Kingdom in Bayelsa State, King Dodo II; an elder statesman, Chief Anabs Sara-Igbe; a former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ogbonna Nwuke; and some South-South leaders have endorsed the claim of ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo and others…
Read MorePharm Okoronkwo Buries Mother in-law; Okewulonu, Chuma Nnaji, others Honour Family
The mother in-law of Pharmist Chuks Okoronkwo of Umudibia Abueke ,Ihitte Uboma LGA of Imo State was last Saturday (29/3/25) buried at her husband’s compound,Umuchie Abueke in Ihitte Uboma Local Government Area of Imo State amidst tears and celebration. The burial ceremony witnessed the presence of many dignitaries from far and near, especially politicians both serving and former elected and appointed office holders from the three zones of Orlu,Okigwe and Owerri respectively. Delivering his sermon at Saint Banabas Anglican Church ,Eluama, Abueke on Ihitte Uboma LGA, Bishop O.C. Onuoha of …
Read MoreEx-President Buhari Felicitates Tinubu , Wishes Him Happy Birthday
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu received a birthday call from former President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday. Buhari’s media aide, Garba Shehu, disclosed the conversation in a press statement on Saturday. In the call, Buhari expressed his gratitude for Tinubu’s role in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his contribution to the party’s victories in 2015 and 2019. “When we pray for our leaders, we are praying for ourselves and the nation. We owe this to ourselves and the country,” Buhari told Tinubu. Buhari described him as “a party…
Read More18 Year-old Girl Killed As Policemen, Motorist Drag Steering In Imo
… CP Danjuma orders probe The Commissioner of Police in Imo state, Aboki Danjuma, has ordered investigation into the death of an 18- year- old Kasarachi Oduoma of Umuelemai Community,Isiala Mbano LGA. Kasarachi was smashed on Thursday at Umuelemai junction, the headquarters of Isiala Mbano LGA of the state while two policemen and a motorist were said to be dragging the steering of a red coloured Toyota Camry car. An activist and a journalist, Comrade Chidiebube Okeoma, who is also the Founder of Stand For Humanity Foundation, who is pushing…
Read MoreWike, Fubara feud is about money sharing – Amaechi
Former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has asserted that the ongoing conflict between the suspended governor of the state, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, revolves around the sharing of money. Amaechi made this claim in an interview with DW on Saturday, questioning why Nigerians have not demanded transparency from both parties. He also criticized the emergency intervention in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu, describing it as unconstitutional. “The fight between the current governor of Rivers State and the FCT minister is about…
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