The Federal Government marked a significant milestone on Tuesday as it officially commenced the construction of a state-of-the-art 50,000 metric tonnes Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and propane depot. The groundbreaking ceremony, held at the Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone in Onne, Rivers State, was attended by key figures, including the Minister of State for…
Minister Wike’s Regrettable Plea for Governor Fubara’s Candidacy Minister Nyesom Wike expresses remorse for urging former PDP Chairman Felix Obuah and other governorship hopefuls to step aside for Governor Siminalayi Fubara. This revelation was made during a thanksgiving service organized by Obuah in Omoku, where Wike publicly asked for forgiveness from the people of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni…
In a significant victory for law enforcement, the Rivers State Police Command successfully tracked down and apprehended Silas Oderereke, also known as ‘General,’ a notorious cult leader and armed robber. Silas Oderereke had been evading arrest for the past four years, leaving a trail of criminal activities in the Ahoada-West Local Government Area. The arrest…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recently announced the reopening of money laundering cases against 13 prominent figures, including former governors and ministers. The total amounts involved in these cases are staggering, reaching over N853.8bn. This move signals a renewed effort by the EFCC to tackle corruption at the highest levels of government….
The Peace and Development Party (PDP) National Working Committee (NWC) vehemently opposes the anticipated execution of President Tinubu’s peace accord orchestrated by Rivers State Governor Fubara. The objections, voiced notably by Deputy National Youth Leader Timothy Osadolor, highlight the profound constitutional concerns embedded in President Tinubu’s proposals. Osadolor accentuates that the implications extend beyond the…
The long-anticipated revival of the Port Harcourt Refinery in Rivers State has finally come to fruition, as it resumes operations with a combined capacity of 210,000 barrels per day. This achievement aligns with the Federal Government’s commitment, spearheaded by President Bola Tinubu, to bolster Nigeria’s energy independence and self-sufficiency in refined products. The announcement, made…
The acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Amb. Umar Damagun, has issued a stern warning regarding the party’s commitment to penalize individuals found working against its corporate interests. This announcement cameduring a press interaction at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday. Damagun’s strong stance emphasized the party’s adherence to its…
Governor Sim Fubara of [State Name] contemplated resigning from his position, according to statements from Sara-Igbe, the National Coordinator of the South-South Leadership Forum. This revelation unveils a behind-the-scenes power struggle, shedding light on the governor’s frustration over perceived constraints on his independence and control over state funds. Fubara’s dissatisfaction extended beyond political dynamics, as…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is boldly rejecting the N40 billion budget allocation, asserting that it falls short of meeting the multifaceted needs of the electoral body. During a recent budget defense meeting presided over by Alli Sharafadeen Abiodun, INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu voiced apprehensions, emphasizing that the allocated funds are barely sufficient…
Governor Fubara (Siminalayi) of Rivers State finalized a significant milestone in the state’s governance by signing the N800 billion 2024 Appropriation Bill into law. The event, which took place at the Government House in Port Harcourt, saw the culmination of efforts initiated with the bill’s presentation to the four-member House of Assembly, headed by Speaker…
