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PROMISE JACOB REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO NATIONAL ASSET PROTECTION, ADVOCATES FOR HOST COMMUNITY WELFARE

Mr. Promise Jacob, Administrator of Ahoada West Local Government Area, has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to the protection of national assets while advocating for the welfare and development of host communities during the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Panel Review Meeting for the proposed Manuso Field Development Project by Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited.

The meeting, which took place at the Banquet Hall of Hotel Presidential in Port Harcourt, brought together a broad coalition of stakeholders, including officials from the Federal Ministry of Environment, Rivers State Ministry of Environment, Oando Energy Resources, community executives, opinion leaders, and civil society representatives.

In his address, Mr. Jacob urged Oando Energy Resources and relevant regulatory bodies to ensure that the interests of host communities remain a central consideration throughout the project lifecycle. He stressed the importance of integrating community welfare, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility into the development process.

Key demands presented by Mr. Jacob on behalf of the communities included:

Road Infrastructure: Construction and rehabilitation of access roads to improve mobility and economic activity.

Employment Opportunities: Prioritization of local employment to tackle youth unemployment and foster economic inclusion.

Healthcare Services: Establishment of accessible and quality healthcare infrastructure in impacted areas.

Educational Support: Provision of scholarship schemes to support deserving students from the host communities.

Human Capital Development: Implementation of skills acquisition and empowerment programs to enhance employability and entrepreneurship.

He further emphasized the necessity of inclusive, transparent, and accountable decision-making processes in conducting Environmental Impact Assessments, noting that tangible community benefits and proactive risk mitigation must be non-negotiable outcomes of the project.

Mr. Jacob reiterated the readiness of his administration to collaborate with stakeholders in safeguarding Federal Government assets and infrastructure, particularly in oil-producing areas, while ensuring the voices of the people are heard and respected.

Stakeholders Present at the Meeting Included:

Panel Chairman: Engr. Tunde Ogungbemi, Panel Secretariat: Federal Ministry of Environment

Project Proponents: Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited

Government Officials:

Mr. H.D. Ladala (Representative of the Honourable Minister of Environment)

Dr. Mrs. Ibifa-a Kio (Representative, Rivers State Ministry of Environment)

Subject Matter Experts:

Prof. Ijroma Vincent-Akpu (Socio-Economic Expert)

Community Stakeholders:

Host Community Executives

Traditional and Opinion Leaders

Other Attendees:

Civil Society Organizations

NGOs

Representatives from Public Display Centres

Officials of the Federal Ministry of Environment

Mr. Jacob’s engagement at the session highlighted Ahoada West's active role in fostering sustainable development while holding corporate actors accountable to the communities they operate in.

SECURITY COLLABORATION: AHOADA WEST CONVENES STRATEGIC PEACE AND SECURITY COMMITTEE MEETING

Ahoada West, Rivers State – Friday, July 18, 2025

In a renewed effort to strengthen security and foster lasting peace, the Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State convened a high-level Peace and Security Strategy Committee meeting on Friday, July 18, 2025.

The meeting, held at the Council Secretariat in Akinima, brought together a wide range of stakeholders, including security agencies, traditional rulers, youth and women representatives, and community leaders, to deliberate on sustainable strategies for addressing the prevailing security challenges in the LGA.

In his opening remarks, the Administrator of Ahoada West, Mr. Promise Jacob, lauded the committee for its proactive engagement in promoting peace and stability within the region. He underscored the importance of collective responsibility in tackling insecurity and urged all stakeholders to intensify collaborative efforts.

> “Security is a shared responsibility. We must work together to identify the root causes of insecurity in our communities and develop effective, long-lasting strategies to address them,” Mr. Jacob stated.



Discussions at the meeting acknowledged that insecurity in the area often stems from multiple factors, including communal disputes, youth restiveness, and unresolved family or local conflicts. Participants emphasized the need for a holistic and community-driven approach to peacebuilding.

Stakeholders in Attendance Included:

AC Sani Bashir, Area Commander, Ahoada Area Command

Heads of security agencies and other government institutions

Recognized traditional rulers across Ahoada West

Representatives of women’s groups

Youth leaders

Community-based organizations

Other relevant stakeholders


The meeting concluded with a unanimous resolution to deepen collaboration among all actors—security operatives, traditional institutions, and grassroots organizations—to ensure a safer and more resilient Ahoada West.

The Peace and Security Strategy Committee is expected to reconvene periodically to evaluate progress and adjust interventions as needed.

NEMA ABUJA VISITS AHOADA WEST LGA TO ASSESS FLOOD DISASTER MANAGEMENT PREPAREDNESS AND INSPECT SEARCH AND RESCUE SIMULATION SITE.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Abuja, represented by its Director of Search and Rescue; Air Commodore Kenneth Oyong has visited Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State on 17th July 2025, to assess the region's preparedness for the predicted 2025 floods likely to affect several States.

The visit comes on the heels of the area's devastating experience in previous Years, where communities were submerged, causing widespread destruction and displacement with attendant severe hardship.

NEMA's proactive approach aims to mitigate potential damages through enhanced early warning systems, emergency response plans, and simulation exercises. The agency says it has also been providing relief materials to victims of natural disasters, including floods.

The impact of flooding on Ahoada West has been severe, with agricultural, educational disruption, health risks, and infrastructure damage being major concerns.

To mitigate these effects, experts recommend constructing flood ways, dams, and reservoirs, planting vegetation, and building river and coastal defenses.

NEMA's visit is expected to proffer strategies for reducing the risks associated with flooding in the region and ensuring the safety of lives and property.

Promise Jacob, Administrator of Ahoada West LGA, Expresses Gratitude and Preparedness

On his part, the Administrator of Ahoada West Local Government Area, Mr. Promise Jacob, has assured the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Rivers State Flood Management Committee of the Local government's preparedness to mitigate the effects of the impending flood. Mr. Jacob expressed his gratitude to NEMA and the committee for their efforts in addressing the flood crisis, acknowledging the agency's proactive approach in conducting simulation exercises and providing relief materials to affected communities.

In explaining the effort of his Administration, Mr. Promise Jacob said;

"Preparedness Measures:

- Early Warning Systems: Ahoada West LGA has enhanced early warning systems to alert residents of potential flood risks.

- Emergency Response Plans: The local government has developed emergency response plans to minimize the impact of flooding.

Collaboration and Partnership

NEMA: Ahoada West LGA is collaborating with NEMA to enhance disaster management and response efforts.

. Rivers State Flood Management Committee: The local government is working closely with the committee to mitigate the effects of flooding.

Community Engagement:

Sensitization: Ahoada West LGA is engaging with local communities, providing early warning awareness and sensitization on preventive measures.

Community Participation: The local government is encouraging community participation in flood mitigation efforts, promoting a collaborative approach to disaster management". The Administrator ended.

NEMA's visit aims to assess IDP camps and simulation sites in preparation for the predicted 2025 flood. Amongst other places visited were IDP Camp Okarki and Simulation site Mbiama.

Search and Rescue Simulation Exercises: just like they did in Kano and Anambra State; the agency will conduct simulation exercises to raise awareness about flood hazards and clarify roles among stakeholders, including search and rescue of flood victims.

Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers State, is Identified as a high-risk area, with NEMA working closely with local authorities to mitigate flood impacts.

Press Unit., Awelga.

Tinubu impress with ongoing infrastructural transformation in FCT

President Bola Tinubu says his administration is proud of the ongoing transformation in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to pump life into its economy and foster social wellbeing.

Tinubu stated this in Abuja on Wednesday while inaugurating the newly constructed Interchange that linked Wole Soyinka Way (Arterial Road N20) to Murtala Mohammed Expressway.

The Interchange is the 11 projects inaugurated so far, out of the 17 outlined for inauguration to celebrate Tinubu’s second year in office.

Tinubu, who was represented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, said that the FCT had turned around saying, “we are proud of what is happening in the FCT”.

Declaring that even the blind could see the ongoing transformation, the president commended the FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and his management team for the feat recorded so far.

He said that his administration’s “Renewed Hope Agenda” was built on the bedrock of robust infrastructure for the transformation of the country’s fortune.

He noted that the nation’s infrastructure must be strong, clear and efficient to pump life into its economy, and foster social wellbeing.

According to him, the interchange, strategically linking key areas and easing the flow of traffic, will unlock new opportunities for commerce, reduce travel time.

“This will contribute directly to increasing productivity and a better quality of life for all who traverse these vital routes.

“The interchange, a magnificent piece of engineering, is indeed a testament to our unwavering commitment to progress, a beacon of our collective aspiration for a more connected and prosperous FCT.”

Tinubu noted that while rapid urbanisation was a sign of growth, it had also presented challenges, particularly in ensuring smooth and efficient movement of people, goods and services.

This interchange, he said, was a crucial answer to those challenges, designed to alleviate traffic congestion, enhance safety, and significantly improve the daily lives of residents and commuters in the FCT.

He commended the FCT Administration under the dynamic leadership of the Minister, Mr Nyesom Wike, for their vision, dedication and tireless efforts in bringing the project to fruition.

He added that Wike’s commitment to transforming Abuja into a world-class capital was evident in projects of the magnitude.

In his remarks, Wike explained that the project was awarded in 2020 and was completed by the Tinubu-led administration.

“This is in line with your policy of completing abandoned projects that will impact the lives and economy of the people,” he said.

He commended Tinubu’s impactful leadership style, describing it as crucial to the survival of any government.

“When you provide the right leadership, you will get the right results.

“As the president has provided and is still providing the right leadership and that is why we are seeing the results today.

“There’s no magic. It’s just about commitment. The president has committed to see that good things happen in this country and that’s why we have renewed hope,” he said.

The minister also thanked the National Assembly for the support.

The FCT Minister of State, Dr Mariya Mahmoud, equally gave Tinubu’s visionary leadership credit to the numerous achievements recorded so far in the FCT.

Mahmoud said that he completed interchange stands as a testament to Tinubu’s dedication to improving the transportation network to ease the movement of residents in the FCT.

#RenewedFCTProjects2025
#WorksOfWike

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Flags Off 17-Day Commissioning of FCTA Projects Today, Beginning with the International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja

SOLE ADMINISTRATOR OF OBIO/AKPOR LGA COMMISERATES WITH GAS EXPLOSION VICTIMS AS HE VISIT NOBPET FILLING STATION

The Sole Administrator, Sir Dr Clifford Ndu Walter DSSRS FCAI JP, has expressed deep sympathy for the victims of the recent gas explosion incident at Nobpet filling station at Rumuomasi, which destroyed property worth millions of naira.

During an unscheduled visit to the scene, the sole administrator described the incident as unfortunate and assured affected residents of government effort to combat such incidents, He also expressed gratitude that no lives were lost.


Media Team To the Sole Administrator

16th May,2025.

SOLE ADMINISTRATOR OF OBIO/AKPOR RECEIVES NEWLY POSTED CORPS MEMBERS

_Urges them to be exemplary ambassadors of their states

The Sole Administrator of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Sir Dr. Clifford Ndu Walter, has warmly received newly posted members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) during a familiarization visit to the council headquarters.

Addressing the corps members, Dr. Walter encouraged them to be disciplined, professional, and responsible in their conduct throughout their service year. He urged them to represent their respective states with pride and to integrate respectfully into the host community.

He assured the corps members of the council’s unwavering support, describing Obio/Akpor as a welcoming and supportive environment for all.

“The council is committed to working in synergy with you as you contribute your quota to the development of our LGA,” he said.

In response, the corps members expressed gratitude to Dr. Walter for the warm reception and pledged to serve diligently in alignment with the values of the NYSC and the Obio/Akpor community.

Signed:
Media Team to the Sole Administrator
May 13, 2025.

OBIO/AKPOR ADMINISTRATOR HOSTS DELEGATES FROM ARMED FORCES COMMAND AND STAFF COLLEGE, JAJI, FOR STRATEGIC STUDY AND SECURITY INTERACTIVE SESSION

...Sir Dr. Clifford Ndu Walter DSSRS FCAI JP Honoured with Award of Appreciation.

In a proactive move to enhance grassroots security and strengthen collaboration between security agencies and community stakeholders, the Sole Administrator of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Sir Dr. Clifford Ndu Walter DSSRS, FCAI, JP, hosted a high-level interactive session with a delegation from the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji. The session also drew participation from key community stakeholders, including representatives of Community Development Committees (CDCs), youth leaders, and women’s groups.

In his welcome address, Dr. Walter emphasized the significance of the engagement, noting that its approval by relevant authorities underscores a commitment to intelligence-driven security and people-focused governance. He commended the theme of the 2025 study tour—“Harnessing Grassroots Intelligence for Enhanced Internal Security”—as timely and relevant, particularly in light of growing insecurity across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas, including Obio/Akpor.

As the gateway LGA to Port Harcourt, Obio/Akpor is challenged by rapid population growth, which places increasing strain on infrastructure, economic opportunities, and internal security. Dr. Walter stressed the need for synergy among CDCs, vigilante groups, women’s organizations, and faith-based bodies in promoting peace and social cohesion.

“Security is not just a necessity—it is a catalyst for economic progress,” he said. “We have prioritized community engagement as a vital tool for the early detection and resolution of threats to peace and development.”

He reaffirmed the council’s commitment to creating safe, empowered communities and encouraging residents to pursue prosperous futures—quoting Mark Twain: “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”

Introducing the delegation, Lt. Col. S.A. Uwam explained that the study tour is a key component of the annual curriculum for Senior Course 47 at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College. This year’s delegation comprises 45 senior officers from the Nigerian Army, Navy, and Air Force, accompanied by instructors and administrative staff. Their mission is to conduct field research on security, socio-economic, and cultural issues across selected regions.

Team Leader Commodore S.O. Abulraheem expressed appreciation for the warm reception and highlighted the objective of the visit:

“We are here to gather actionable insights that will inform practical policy recommendations—ones that advance safety, community development, and national security.”

He noted that grassroots intelligence—locally sourced information on suspicious or criminal activity—is essential but often underreported due to fear, mistrust, or limited communication channels.

To commemorate the occasion, the delegation presented a commemorative plaque to Dr. Walter in appreciation of the council’s hospitality and cooperation.

The session, moderated by Lt. Col. Uwam, featured an open forum in which students engaged community leaders—including CDC Chairmen, vigilante representatives, youth leaders, and women’s advocates—on the security challenges facing Obio/Akpor. Participants shared insights on local vulnerabilities and proposed strategies for effective grassroots intelligence gathering and conflict resolution.

The program concluded with a vote of thanks from Scoduran Leader, S.O. Olawale, who praised the council’s initiative.

“This engagement has deepened our understanding of how local governments contribute to peace, security, and development. It has provided us with valuable perspectives that will inform our future operational and strategic roles.”


Issued by:
Office of the Sole Administrator
Obio/Akpor LGA, Rivers State
May 7, 2025.

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, during a meeting with the President of Lombardy Region, Attilio Fontana, in Milan, Italy today.

FCTA PRESS RELEASE

FCT Minister Arrives Italy, To Meet Lombardy Region's President Tomorrow

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, arrived Milan, Italy, today, ahead of series of official engagements, particularly meeting with the President of Lombardy Region, Attilio Fontana.

The Minister's Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, said in a statement in Milan, on Wednesday, that Wike departed Abuja on Tuesday night, and arrived in Milan at about 4:30am today, and was received by the Charge d'Affairs of the Embassy of Nigeria in Italy, Ambassador Mustapha Mohammed.

He said "while in Milan, the FCT Minister will hold a meeting with the President of Lombardy Region on Thursday, and also meet agribusiness investors."

Lombardy is adjudged as the first region of Italy in terms of economic importance, with population of about 10 million people. It is the second most populous region of the European Union (EU) and the second region of the European Union by nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

"The FCT Minister's meeting with the Attilio Fontana will center on seeking collaboration and evaluating possible prospects in the areas of Agriculture and Vocational Education, as well as strategic development partners with the Lombardy Region.

"Subsequently, Wike will meet investors in agribusiness and experts in vocational training, with a view to unlock new opportunities.

"The FCT Mandate Secretaries for Education, Dr. Danlami Hayyo and Mandate Secretary for Agriculture and Rural Development, Lawan Geidam, as well as Senior Special Assistant on Administration, Dr. Udo Samuel Atang and Senior Special Assistant on Legal and Multi-Lateral Cooperation, Barrister Benedict Daudu, accompanied the Minister on the trip."

Lere Olayinka
Senior Special Assistant to the FCT Minister
(Public Communications and Social Media)
March 5, 2025

Lere Olayinka, Special Adviser on Public Communication to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that former vice president, Atiku Abubakar, is being haunted by the anti-party seeds he has sown.

He claimed that Atiku sowed the seed of anti-party activities in 2003, 2007, and 2014; a situation which he said still haunts PDP till date.

Olayinka stated this while reacting to claims by Atiku’s media aide, Paul Ibe, that Wike was involved in anti-party activities.

Ibe said the PDP’s letter to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) regarding the recently conducted South South Zonal Congress showed that the FCT minister is being used by President Bola Tinubu to destroy the leading opposition party.


Condemning Ibeh’s remark via a post on social media, Olayinka cautioned Atiku’s followers to stop focusing on Wike.

He urged them to advise their principal to drop his presidential ambition and rest.

Olayinka said: “Better tell your serial presidential election contester and loser to go and rest.


“The seed of anti-party your @atiku sowed in the @OfficialPDPNig in 2003, 2007 and 2014 is still hunting the party till today.

Speaking on the letter addressed to INEC, Ibeh said, “By the way, did you bother to check the date this letter was written and the date it was received by INEC?

“Letter that took 5 days to trek from Wadata Plaza to INEC office and was received 3 days after the Congress was held is what you are celebrating here.


“I pray that very soon, those “Atiku is Coming” people who are feeding from @atiku’s elusive presidential ambition will have the conscience to say the truth and tell the former VP that he lost the opportunity to be the President of Nigeria to his 2003, 2007 and 2014 rebellions against the @OfficialPDPNig.

“Rather than their masturbation on @GovWike this, Wike that, they should fear God and stop their ATIKU IS COMING deceit.

“It is time for Daddy to rest now and let the PDP breathe. DAZZOL.”

The Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has been accused of servicing his political alignment with the House of Representatives member, representing Ideato North Federal Constituency of Imo State, Ikenga Ugochinyere with N4.8 billion monthly.

The One Nigeria Movement (ONM), which made this allegation in a statement in Abuja on Saturday, said it could not longer keep silent in the face of gross and bare-faced use of money meant for the development of Rivers State to feed a single individual.

According to a statement on by its Convener
General, Ahmed Sodiq-Mugoro and Secretary, Babatunde Aliyu, ONM, said, people of Rivers State must begin to hold the governor accountable and stop the looting being perpetrated, using the political crisis in the State as a cover.

The group alleged that each of the 23 Council Chairmen in the State are made to contribute N100 million monthly as "Political Development Fund" while N2.5 billion comes from Governor Fubara, making N4.8 billion.

This N4.8 billion is said to be meant for the Action Peoples Party (APP), under which the present Local Councils Chairmen and councilors contested the controversial Local Government elections.

Monthly, House of Representatives member, Ugochinyere, collects this sum of N4.8 billion on behalf of his party, APP.

It has therefore become important that the people of Rivers State begin to ask Ugochinyere what investment he made in the State that he is reaping N4.8 billion profit monthly.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has revealed that he would celebrate President Bola Tinubu’s second year in office with inauguration of many projects.

Wike said that he would make details of the projects that would be ready for inauguration public in due course.

The Minister spoke on Saturday after inspecting the construction of a 30.4-kilometre road from Abuja-Lokoja Expressway to Gomani in Kwali Area Council of the FCT.

The project was awarded in two sections — a 15-kilometre from Abuja to Lokoja Expressway (A 2) to Pai, and the other — a 15.4-kilometre from Pai to Gomani.

He expressed satisfaction with the pace of work so far, stressing that the contractors have shown capacity to deliver the project on schedule.

He said “that is why I insisted that we will only give out jobs to contractors who show capacity and not based on sentiment.

“I am happy that the communities are happy. You can see how they came out in numbers to celebrate the progress of work so far,” he said.

The minister thanked the area council chairman, the youths and community members of the affected communities for supporting the execution of the projects.

The minister had so far inspected 11 projects from Feb. 12 to date, nine in the city centre and two in Kwali Area Council.

PRESS STATEMENT

CONCERNED EMINENT ENEKA NATIVES INSIST THAT ENEKA IS NO IGBO ENCLAVE IN RIVERS STATE.*

OPENING:
Receive this Statement as a serious reaction to recent misleading, untrue and mendacious information to members of the public by certain persons in Eneka who in their self-seeking bid for validation as Igbos had made tendentious statement in the media conveying the impression that Eneka people of Apara Kingdom are Igbos.
Consequently the Concerned Eminent Eneka Indigenes at home and abroad here and now express our displeasure with the current unguarded utterances and acts of lawlessness being endorsed by Eneka main Chief and others following the personal resolve of our Distinguished Senator John Azuta Mbata's exercise of his franchise to be a member of Ohaneze Ndigbo last month.
Quite appalling is that a Community High Chief who told the Ogbakor Ikwerre official delegation that visited his Home that he's unaware and surprised that one of his Subjects in the person of the Distinguished Senator Mbata had offered himself for the post of President General of Ndigbo, would now turn around to undiscriminatingly assemble a few persons with whom he went with to pay a courtesy call on a Son from the “market,” whom he had denied knowledge of his decision to be the President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo.
More disappointing is that our traditional ruler deliberately misinformed the public by claiming that the visit was orchestrated and assented to by Eneka people. This is far from the truth.
When will all these double standards end? Eneka people have come a long way and do have lots of responsible indigenous minds than what you are given to see and hear of us.

OUR RESPONSE:

Be that as it may, we wish to make matters lucid by saying that:
1. We appreciate the genuine concern of Iwhuruohna traditional rulers, the Pan Iwhuruohna youths and Elders and other bodies for sustaining the Peace, Love and Unity our Fathers laboured for and bequeathed to us all.
2. As Iwhuruoha natives of Eneka Clan, we truly feel encouraged by the various responses calling for caution and urging our Son and Brother, Distinguished Senator John Azuta Mbata to recant his current stance in Ohaneze Ndigbo for the good of the age-old valued distinct Identity and freedom of Iwhuruohna ethnic nationality.
3. That as illustrious indigenes of Eneka, we frown at and do hereby disassociate ourselves from the Statement made by the Senator in his Television Spot Interview on Saturday February 1, 2025, that there are different categories of Iwhuruohna, urging those who claim Bini ancestry to 'go to Bini.’
4. This line of free talk is divisive and capable of evoking all ill wind which could result in Lawlessness.
DANGER:
1. Such remark by Senator Mbata does clearly confirm rumors that the Senator's intention is to be the bridge through which the aggrieved expansionist of Ohaneze Ndigbo will walk to actualize their more than 50 years desire to claim Rivers State as "their 6th Igbo State in Nigeria”
2. We here again emphasize that this is the ill-conceived political agenda to forcefully assimilate the Ikwerre, Etche, Ekpeye, Ogba, Ndoni and other ethnic nationalities they unilaterally drafted into their unacceptable Map of Biafra;
3. It is now clearer that the free donation of the highest Office of President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo to an Ikwerre man is for the sole purpose of gaining a re-entry to claim Port Harcourt as Igbo land.
Shockingly they now found an Eneka illustrious Son who willingly or otherwise accepted the bait set by Ohaneze Ndigbo by capitulating to the attractions of the overture in promises rejected by other kinsmen who were contacted before the Senator.
4. We, the Eneka people are very unhappy with our paramount Chief Rowland Woko and all those who alongside with him are singing songs of divide and rule in Eneka today - all for the sake of stomach infrastructure.
5. Evident now is that this whole blinding drive is political; as evinced in the Senator's promise of more infrastructural developments to Eneka people and also from remarks made by others who spoke to the Press in the same event, disclosing that very soon intention in the Senator's decision to accept the PG position will become clearer to those who are yet to understand him now.
6. As concerned Eneka Natives, We reiterate the unflagging position of all well-meaning Chiefs, Elders and people of Eneka with the stance of Ogbakor Ikwerre Worldwide in this matter.
SECURITY:
1. It is now expedient to call on our dear Executive Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Siminalayi Fubara KSC., GSSRS., all Law enforcement and Security Agents in the State as well as all opinion leaders of the Rivers tribes to rise to our early call to nip this expansionist tendency in the bud right now; this renewed cruise and push with a few individuals working on their behalf might affect the shared peace and unity existing among Rivers tribes as constituted from inception when Rivers State was created.
2. Let it be known that the end of this neo-political moves by the political faction within Ohaneze Ndi Igbo will affect Rivers State greatly if allowed to fester.
3. This re-entry design of a people having more than five decades of grievances against Rivers People, if left unchecked will blow adversely as an ill wind against all tribes including the Ijaws, Ekpeyes, Ogonis, Etches, Ogbas etc.
4. Our rejection of this re-entry into Rivers State of politically motivated Igbo opinion leaders necessitated our standing hand in hand with the Ikwerre ethnic Nationality. It is said that “a stitch in time saves nine.” It is better to fix a problem as soon as it arises to prevent it from becoming a bigger issue.

THE END:

1. As Concerned Citizens of Eneka we maintain that Distinguished Senator John Azuta Mbata is on his own and that all resident in Eneka including HRH Chief Rowland Woko should, in the interest of common peace and the valued Unity for which Eneka is known, from making public statements which convey the impression that Eneka is now an enclave of the Ohaneze Ndigbo group in Rivers State.
2. Failure of the High Chief to restrain himself and those with him in their unpopular pursuit, will be taken as calculated offense worth visiting with appropriate Civilized response.

3. A good and contemplative leader avoids all that divides or polarises his people, but rather commits to building a united and prosperous platform for his people.
To be forewarned, it is said, is to be forearmed


Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Long live the South-South
Geopolitical Zone

Long live Rivers State.

Long live Eli-Nu-Dieli Iwhuruohna Dum.

Signed. for: The Concerned Eneka indigenes

Very Rev’d. Dr Fyneface Akah JP. DSSRS.
ENEKA CONVENER.

Chris Obasiolu

Ovunda O.Orji Esq.

V. O. Chuku Esq.

Clay Ogbonna Esq.

Oscar Weli.

Monday Ordu.

Chris Ogbonna.

Ovunda Waka

Chimenem Worlu.

Innocent Ogbonna Esq.

Emmanuel Onuma
For & Behalf of The Body of Concerned Eneka people
Chris Obasiolu

Ovunda O.Orji Esq.

V. O. Chuku Esq.

Clay Ogbonna Esq.

Oscar Weli.

Monday Ordu.

Chris Ogbonna

Ovunda Waka.

Barr. Kenneth Amadi

Chimenem Worlu.

Emmanuel Onuma.

Innocent Ogbonna Esq.

06/02/2025

FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike pays a condolence visit to the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, in Ibadan today, over the death of his elder brother, Sunday Makinde.

He was accompanied by former Governors Okezie Ikpeazu and Samuel Ortom as well as Senators Sandy Onor, Philip Aduda, Olaka Nwogu and Mao Ohuabunwa, Rt. Hon Chibudom Nwuche and others.

Dogara Bombs Governor Bala Mohammed…says "shut up, Wike financed your governorship election"

…How Wike mandated Chief Dan Osi Orbih to deliver PDP ticket to Mohammed
… Bala Mohammed knelt to collect money from Wike in my presence
...Bauchi Governor a serial betrayer, ingrate and psychopath

Shut up, Wike financed your governorship election- Dogara Bombs Governor Mohammed.
… How Wike mandated Chief Dan Osi Orbih to deliver PDP ticket to Mohammed
… Bala Mohammed knelt to collect money from Wike in my presence- Dogara
… says Bauchi Governor a serial betrayer, ingrate and psychopath

GOV BALA vs HE WIKE: LET THE TRUTH BE TOLD

Like Budha once said, “like the sun and the moon, the truth will always rise”.

Governor Bala Mohammed’s recent outbursts against His Excellency Nyeson Wike the Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory though not entirely surprising have only served to expand the vistas of ingratitude and treachery based on what I know. As I witness this gross injustice, the questions I ask myself, are: is my comfort more important than saying the truth and is my fear of conflict worth allowing harm to go unchallenged? I have learned enough over the years to know beyond reasonable doubt that in the face of situations like this, if I choose to prioritize my comfort, I will fail the victim and fail myself. This is because injustice itself is a festering wound, it only grow its worse when brushed aside.

As someone who knows so much because I was the provocateur of the events between the two that I will speak to, I consider my silence not just cowardice but complicity. Therefore, I am not afraid to stand alone or risk conflict. I should not be misunderstood to be defending Wike but simply stating the raw truth that I know and I really don’t give a damn if the truth makes Wike look good. I have learnt to say the truth as I enjoy my freedom from being a slave to human opinion.

For starters, need I remind Governor Bala Mohammed that in 2018 PDP Gubernatorial primaries when we were not too sure he will win because, his then major opponent, Senator Abdul Ningi was the one who constituted the State party structure and had a bosom friend as Party chairman, it was Wike we turned to for help. I had called Wike to plead with him to help us in Bauchi without necessarily disclosing to him that it was Bala Mohammed that we wanted delivered. His response to me, was that are you sure you are in control of the process 100 percent? I said, I wasn’t too sure and he said to me leave it to me, I will help you sort it out.

To do it, Wike first of all made his bosom friend and close ally, Chief Dan Osi Orbih the Chairman of the Panel for the Primaries and said I should discuss whatever I wanted with Chief Dan. We got talking and on the eve of the Primaries, Chief Dan was in Benin city and we needed to get him to Bauchi for the assignment, it was to Wike that I turned to again and his response to me was, my brother, I have told you not to bother about this. Tell Chief Dan to come to meet me in Port Harcourt. I did just that and amazingly Wike provided the private jet that flew Chief Dan to Bauchi and out of Bauchi for the assignment. I can say without fear of any contradiction that Wike bore all expenses for the exercise. It’s therefore shocking that this so called transactional character called Wike did not place any condition whatsoever for his support.

That is just the beginning of the story, I hate to tell but I must. After the emergence of Bala Mohammed as the party flag bearer and having promised to sponsor all the party candidates if he gets the ticket, we were rudely awoken to the reality that Bala Mohammed had no money for his own campaigns let alone for other candidates of the party. Initially I thought it was some kind of a funny joke but as time went, I realized to my utter bewilderment that it was true. It turned out Bala Mohammed had lied to us about his financial capacity. So we had a meeting at my then residence at Wuse 2 Abuja to help raise money and we thought since Bala Mohammed was one time Minister for nearly 6 years he must have built enough goodwill we could harness if we organised a fundraiser for him. A committee was put in place and we spent N20 million to organize the fundraiser at the then Lady Kwai Hall, Sheraton Hotels, Abuja.

Before then, I had asked Bala Mohammed to give me a list of some of the people he had helped while he held sway as Minister for FCT. He obliged me with the list and after calling just four people on the list that I know so well, what they said to me jolted me and I reserve that for some other day. But suffice to say that I knew the fundraiser will be a flop so I was already thinking of alternatives. And as predicted, we had the fundraiser and to cut the long story short, all we raised from the fundraiser was a paltry N48 million and If you deduct the N20 million invested in organising it, that leaves you with a net of N28m. I have the records and our stakeholders are there to bear witness to this .

When it was obvious the masquerade will soon turn to a human being, I told our then two serving Senators who are alive and can testify that the only option we had was to go to a friend and brother, then Governor Wike for assistance. We got tickets and flew to Port Harcourt with Bala Mohammed without informing Wike that we were coming with him. On arrival, we were ushered into the Government house and asked to take our seats and wait for the Governor who was still upstairs to join us shortly. As soon as Wike walked down the stairs to join us and saw Bala Mohammed his visage changed and I noticed he was cold to me for the very first time. He asked us to join him at the dining room for breakfast but excused me while those on my delegation waited. What happened next was nerve raking and humbling, I must say!

He was like, Speaker why did you bring Bala to my house without even caring to find out what our mission was. I said to him, I thought he is your friend since both of you served in the same cabinet under President Jonathan. He said to me let me tell you what you don’t know. When we were ministers, Bala Mohammed allocated plots of land to all Ministers except me. He also recalled how he humiliated him when he went to see him in his office as a colleague Minister just to get an approval to increase the number of floors on a building he had in Abuja, not to beg for plot which he refused to allocate to him. He said Bala Mohammed kept him in his waiting room for hours and later sneaked out of the office. That from that day he made up his mind never to have anything to do with him again. He added, I wish, you had told me it’s Bala you were rooting for but whatever you want I will assist you guys because I don’t say no to a brother but I assure you, you will regret your decision if Bala Mohammed becomes Governor. The rest is history.

He said to me let’s join them at the dining so that I can confront him with these issues for you to know that I am not making things up. We joined them at the dinning and Wike confronted Bala with these issues in the open and in our very presence. Bala admitted and pleaded for forgiveness assuring that he is now a changed man. The two Senators with me that day can confirm this to anyone who wants to establish the veracity of these narratives.

To cut the long story short, we passed the night at the Government house and the next morning Wike called and directed that his cash assistance be handed over to me to pass to Bala. I said, your Excellency, it’s better I call him so that he can collect the assistance himself least he thinks you are still angry with him. I sent for Bala and when he came Wike’s aide handed over the package to him and he collected it while almost kissing the ground. Wike therefore gave us the lifeline we needed to kick start Bala’s campaigns. If Bala has forgotten how much we left with that day, I will remind him. Wike didn’t stopped there, he gave us a private jet to ferry us back to Abuja. And I must add that was not the only time Wike helped Bala with resources and logistics. What is baffling is that the so called transactional Wike did not demand for anything in return nor place any condition for all that he did. Believe me this is not the end of the story but let’s leave it here.

With all these, my question to Bala is what happens to the golden adage that you don’t attempt to break the calabash from which you once sucked honey? For Bala, power is a poison and anyone who questions how he wields it, for that reason, is an eternal heretic that must be crushed at all cost.

Every sane person knows that true freedom doesn’t insist on expressing itself to the harm of others especially those that stood by you in your time of desperate need. For it is not in vain that they say, “a friend in need is a friend indeed”. Unfortunately, for those of us who know Bala too well, there is no room for debate about whether he is a rogue or mere scoundrel, as much as there is no debate about his moral bankruptcy, rooted in a contempt for truth. His mental pathology reveals a man that harbours grand delusions to the extent that he would not recognize the truth, whether about his private or political life, if confronted by it in an identity parade. As someone who is false to his friends and neighbours, it is impossible for him to be true to the public. Between Wike and Bala, Bala should be told in unequivocal terms that it is better to be hated for what you are than to be loved for what you are not. It is obvious that Bala is not near anything that he is projecting to the public.

When Wike was his benefactor, he said he knew Wike had done better than him and referred to him as, “ someone who is courageous, focused and determined, a person qualified and competent to help salvage Nigeria”. His words not mine. Now that Wike cuts off the benefits, he is a dead wood, former friend and a “transactional politician”. As a known wimp, he believes that Wike is now on the robs and he is punching so hard so that he can appropriate the glory from whatever pyrrhic victory that may ensue. Is it not ludicrous for someone who is mostly disliked for no reason other than he is shady, to call someone transactional? Time will not permit me to list those Bala has betrayed which includes his known godfather and our father, Baba Waziri, Alhaji Bello Kirfi, Elder statesman and former minister under President Shehu Shagari in the second republic.

Bala represents everything but decency which I said before that I doubted he will ever have. Those who thought I was too harsh including an ally of Wike who pleaded with me not to talk about Bala again are increasingly noticing this. I am sure they are now convinced that we cannot continue to run a therapy session for a troubled pyromaniac nay reptilian brat like this who consistently seeks to elevate himself by putting others down and who inhales rather than think before he talks. After all, it was saint John Chrysostom who said, “we must not mind insulting men, if by respecting them we offend God”.

Rt Hon Yakubu Dogara, CFR
28/01/2025

Nice step

Keep working hard our dear FCT minister

We are proud of your achievements so far in the FCT

The last has not been heard of the fast-paced political drama happening in Rivers State. The latest being talks of the soon to break resignation of Barr. Dagogo Iboroma, SAN as Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice.

The Attorney-General who has been against the plan to run a tarnishing media campaign against the Judiciary was said to have strongly advised the Governor against going ahead with it. He maintained that it would not be profitable to the Governor and could have a long-term effect against him as a legal practitioner.

Following the campaign against the Judiciary by members of his group, the Attorney-General is said to have finally caved under pressure from his friends and colleagues and has eventually agreed to seek his exit from the Fubara administration.

Another key event that is said to have triggered the Attorney General to reach his decision was Governor Fubara's open disparaging of all Judgments against him during the opening of the 2024/2025 legal year.

A reliable source who is conversant with the development hinted that the Commissioner for Justice told Governor Fubara that attacking judges and the judiciary was not part of the bargain while he was being drafted in.

Presently frantic effort is being made by key members of the Fubara administration to convince the Attorney-General against proceeding with the resignation, he mentioned to them that they are politicians that would move on with their lives, but he is a lawyer that is stuck with the legal profession.

It is believed that Iboroma's resignation would send a telling signal to their supporters that all is not well, and could be fatal to the administration of Governor Siminalayi Fubara vis-à-vis his aim of being victorious in the political battles he is currently engrossed in.

There is a growing concern within the camp of Governor Siminalayi Fubara that the series of losses recorded in the ongoing litigation are clear signs that the government is gradually coming to an end.

Rivers Watch reliably gathered that the governor's camp are preparing to stage multiple protests to cry wolf. They have been warned by their lawyers that they have bad cases at different levels of the court, and they cannot win the final battle.

We have it on good authority that the first thing they plan to do to water the ground for the protest is to launch a massive campaign of calumny against the judiciary. This we learned is aimed at justifying the planned protest.

Governor Fubara and some key members of his kitchen cabinet allegedly met with some media executives and publishers at the government house, Port Harcourt recently to perfect the plan to paint it like the judiciary is against the governor and his administration.

Over $500,000 has been earmarked for that purpose. Some selected media houses and public affairs analysts have been commissioned to carry out the attack on the judiciary.

We were also informed that there will be a lot of newspaper publications from pseudo groups condemning the judiciary as part of the multidimensional campaign.

Every judge handling any case involving the political crisis in Rivers State has been penciled down as a target. Even the Chief Justice of Nigeria and justices of the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal will not be spared in the smear campaign.

In the coming weeks, all these will unfold to herald their protest all in a bid to whip up sentiments to gain public sympathy, we gathered.

Recall that on October 30, 2023, Rivers State House of Assembly led by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule removed Edison Ehie as Leader of the House, suspended him and three others following the burning of the hallowed chamber of the assembly.

Moments later, Edison Ehie declared himself the Speaker. Governor Fubara went on to present the 2024 appropriation bill to him and three other suspended lawmakers.

An action that Justice Omotoso of the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja nullified in its entirety, and declared that Mr. Ehie was never elected speaker of the house, in his ruling in January 2024.

Instead of obeying the ruling, Governor Fubara chose to appoint Oko Jumbo as speaker with two others as members of the assembly.

On two separate occasions, the Court of Appeal has ruled that Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule is the authentic Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly. One was the squashing of the ex parte order granted by Justice Wali of the Rivers State High Court that Oko Jumbo relied on, for lacking jurisdiction, the other was the affirming of the judgment of Justice Omotoso of the Federal High Court.

The Rivers Ijaw People’s Congress (RIPCO) has publicly expressed disappointment and concern over the actions of Professor Benjamin Okaba, President of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), regarding the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State.

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The organisation’s leaders, Senator George Thompson Sekibo, Director-General, Dr. Rowland Sekibo, and Secretary, Dr. Erastus Awortu, co-signed an open letter disputing Okaba’s claims that the Presidential peace accord favored Wike, yet Fubara fulfilled all conditions for peace within the agreement

According to the statement released by RIPCO, the organization said it had sent a delegation to the INC headquarters in June 2024, urging Okaba to intervene and broker peace between Governor Siminialayi Fubara and Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.

The delegation, comprising 200 Ijaw sons and daughters, was led by Senator George Thompson Sekibo.

During the meeting, Okaba acknowledged the need for intervention and committed to undertaking a peace mission in Rivers State. He promised to lead an INC delegation to meet with all factions involved and convene a roundtable discussion between Fubara and Wike.

However, RIPCO alleged that Okaba failed to follow through on his promises. Instead, he issued a public statement condemning Wike and praising Fubara, which RIPCO views as a betrayal of his neutral position and a miscarriage of justice.

“We cautioned that if the INC took sides, it could lead to open conflict within the Ijaw community.

“Okaba’s premature condemnation of one party and open support of another undermine the principles of justice and fairness that the Ijaw people have always upheld,” the statement reads.

The organisation emphasized that the Ijaw people have long been known for their impartiality and commitment to fairness in handling disputes, regardless of the individuals involved.

They insisted on its call for fairness and unity, urging stakeholders to disregard Okaba’s baseless claims and prioritize lasting peace in Rivers State.

“We expect Professor Okaba and the INC leadership to guide themselves as statesmen in their conduct and utterances to uphold the unity, peace, and cohesiveness of the Ijaw people wherever they are found, particularly in Rivers State,” they stated.

However, the INC had previously warned that the crisis poses a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. Other Ijaw groups have also distanced themselves from RIPCO’s actions, labeling them as self-serving maneuvers to curry favour with Minister Wike

WIKE GENERATION NEXT PRESS STATEMENT

GOVERNOR FUBARA'S INCESSANT ATTACKS ON THE COUNTRY'S SACRED INSTITUTIONS ARE DISTASTEFUL AND APPALLING

We deplore the unguarded remarks made by His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, the Executive Governor of Rivers State about some critical and revered institutions of our country, Nigeria, simply because their decisions did not suit his selfish interests.

A fortnight ago, Governor Fubara spouted all sorts of vituperative utterances against the Nigerian Police, the Inspector General, and Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, calling his ruling, fraudulent.

Surprisingly, yesterday the governor, again described the landmark ruling which upheld the verdict of Justice Omotoso as "bought judgment."

He accused the Court of Appeal of turning the law upside down to please "their pay masters."

It is regrettably unfortunate that our governor is now exhibiting disturbing signs of intellectual disability. At this point, we are genuinely concerned about his mental health, and we advise him to tread carefully for his well-being.

We wish to remind Governor Fubara and his co-travelers that the law is no respecter of anyone, and the rule of law must be enshrined and upheld in Rivers State, irrespective of emotions.

It is incongruous that Governor Fubara stood in front of members of the bench and bar of Rivers State Judiciary to cast aspersions on our legal system, and in the same breath told them that their job is to defend him.

No, sir, their primary job is to dispense justice without fear or favour. Resorting to blackmail and gaslighting will not save you.

Governor Fubara wants the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to be suspended before he can function properly. That is absurd and alien to democratic practices anywhere in the world.

His penchant for disobeying judgments of courts of competent jurisdiction made the justices of the Court of Appeal to say "The posture of the Appellant, the Governor of Rivers State to the effect saying" I do not like the Order made, and I will not obey it" has to be condemned in the strongest term if we are not to say goodbye to democracy predicated on the Rule of Law not Rule of might.

In the landmark judgment, the Court of Appeal ruled that “The Legislature represents the fulcrum of democracy, which must be jealously protected and guarded.”

"It therefore implies that by encouraging four members of Rivers State House of Assembly out of thirty-two to constitute the basis for legislative activities, the appellant, the Governor of Rivers State, was operating with 12.5% of the entity constituting Rivers State.”

Despite this glaring reality, Governor Fubara still wants both the legislature and the judiciary to operate from his bedroom in government house, according to his whim and fancies, as if we are living in a banana republic.

With all due respect for the office of the governor, we regret to state that Fubara's assertion that, it is only the state high court that can entertain matters emanating from the current political crisis rocking the state is a display of deliberately fostered ignorance.

In conclusion, We commend the Judiciary for its steadfastness and strong resolve in the face of unwarranted attacks, to uphold the rule of law as it relates to the scenarios in Rivers State.


Signed:

Wike Generation Next
18/10/2024

'GENERAL' ASABUJA CRIES OUT FROM HIDING, ACCUSES GOV. FUBARA OF ABANDONMENT

Ex MEND commander, Gabriel Asabuja has accused Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara of abandoning him in the face of being declared wanted by the Nigerian Police.

This is coming on the heels of the interview granted by the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Tunji Disu wherein he confirmed that the pro Fubara ex militant leader has been declared wanted for failure to honour police invitation.

A top lieutenant of the militant who is currently at large hinted that Asabuja is not happy with Fubara. He said instead of the governor paying him his balance for the June 18 operation, he is asking him to return the arms that were given to him.

General Asabuja said Governor Fubara assured him and even said it on national TV that the police would have to get through him to arrest any of his supporters, but he maintained cold silence when he was declared wanted.

Recall that in recent times, Asabuja had been brandishing arms and declaring support for Siminalayi Fubara in several videos clips on social media.

According to BBC Pidgin, Gabriel 'General' Asabuja was the Head of Operations in the defunct Movement for the Emancipation of Niger Delta (MEND), he is presently the second in command to Asari Dokubo.

Asabuja is demanding a balance of one hundred million naira and a smooth channel to leave the country for the meantime or a political means to let him off the hook.

There is growing fear in Rivers State that Asabuja's boys will unleash mayhem on the state if their general is eventually arrested by the police.

Kk

Good job

May God help our security team

Una dey find trouble shaa

Atiku 😂😂😂😂

J

Great Team

Okowa ntorrr

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