In a dramatic turn of events, youths in Rivers State have taken to the streets, blocking newly elected local government chairmen from accessing their offices. This protest follows the expiration of the tenures of the previous chairmen, which has sparked significant unrest in the region. Background of the Situation The crisis erupted as supporters of…
Governor Umo Eno has shed light on his decision to appoint his first daughter, Mrs. Helen Obareki, as the Coordinator of the office of the First Lady following the untimely passing of his wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno, on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Addressing a congregation at the National combined worship service of All Nations…
In a significant political development, former Governor **Nyesom Wike** is set to swear in the newly elected chairmen of local government areas in Rivers State today at 4 PM. This announcement comes on the heels of a contentious local government election held on October 5, 2024, which has been marked by disputes and allegations of…
In a significant political shift, the Action Peoples Party (APP) has emerged victorious in the recent local government elections in Rivers State, winning 22 out of 23 chairmanship positions. The announcement was made by Justice Adolphus Enebeli, Chief Election Officer of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), during a press briefing in Port Harcourt….
The aftermath of the Rivers State local government elections, held on October 5, 2024, has been marked by heightened tensions and political maneuvering. Governor Siminialayi Fubara remains steadfast in his commitment to uphold the election results despite ongoing disputes. Fubara’s Defiance Amidst Controversy Governor Fubara has publicly insisted that the elections will proceed as planned,…
In a dramatic turn of events, the All Progressives Congress (APC) secretariat along Aba Road in Port Harcourt was rocked by an explosion early Saturday morning, just hours before the local government elections were set to take place. The blast, suspected to be caused by dynamite, resulted in significant damage to the building, including the…
In a significant development, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) has issued a caution to Rivers State Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara while simultaneously deploying additional police officers to the state. This move follows recent tensions surrounding the upcoming local government elections scheduled for October 5, 2024. Background of the Situation The warning comes on the…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that his government is making significant progress in addressing the nation’s security challenges. He highlighted that within a year, the administration has neutralized over 300 commanders of Boko Haram and bandit groups. In his October 1st Independence Day address, President Tinubu remarked: “My administration assumed office 16 months ago…
In a significant political development, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially rejected the results released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the Edo state elections. The party claims that the results do not reflect the will of the people and are marred by irregularities. As tensions rise, PDP leaders have announced plans…
The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, is trending as political analysts speculate that the recent loss of Edo State by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) can be attributed to Governor Godwin Obaseki’s controversial decision to take the monarch to court. This unprecedented move has been deemed an “abomination” in Nigerian culture, leading many to…
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