Bode George’s Condemnation Takes Center Stage in Rivers State Controversy
Bode George, a prominent former deputy chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has launched a scathing attack on President Bola Tinubu, accusing him of exploiting the National Assembly to “legitimize illegality” in Rivers State. George’s sharp criticism, delivered Late Monday, positions him at the forefront of a growing backlash against Tinubu’s handling of the […]
No One Can Sack Me from PDP – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that he remains a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and that no individual has the authority to expel him. Speaking during a media chat in Abuja on Monday, the former Governor of Rivers State dismissed the recent National Executive Committee (NEC) […]
Wike Awaits PDP’s Decision on Zoning Presidency to South
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has clarified his stance on several political issues. Wike denied rumors of challenging President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election, affirming his loyalty to the administration. He emphasized that he wouldn’t contest against someone he’s serving, expressing support for Tinubu’s leadership. Regarding the Peoples Democratic Party’s […]
Outcome of PDP Governors’ Crucial Meeting With Wike, Saraki, and Other Stakeholders Emerges
The recent meeting between PDP governors, Nyesom Wike, Bukola Saraki, and other stakeholders aimed to address the party’s internal crisis and strategize for the 2027 general election. The party leaders concluded that resources should be channeled into strengthening the PDP, rather than pursuing coalition arrangements with other opposition parties. The meeting focused on tackling the […]
Wike’s Supporters Hold Rally in Bayelsa
The Bayelsa State chapter of the NEW Associates, a political movement supporting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will hold a mega rally and official inauguration in Yenagoa, the state capital, today, 26th of April 2025. The purpose of the gathering, according to the group’s organiser, George Turnah, is to express gratitude to President Tinubu for assigning […]
Rivers Meeting Sparks Dissolution Dispute in Bayelsa PDP
The Bayelsa State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is embroiled in a deepening leadership crisis, as conflicting claims over the dissolution and reconstitution of its State Working Committee spark political tension ahead of the 2027 elections. In a strong rebuttal issued Wednesday, the PDP’s Bayelsa State Publicity Secretary, Ebiye Ogoli, categorically denied reports […]
PDP Crisis: Fubara Might Consider Cross-Carpeting
He might consider cross-carpeting as State Governors and their predecessors are defecting from their parent party to another party despite not having serious challenges in their State, the rope on which some thread might become slimmer than it is, especially that of suspended Governor of Rivers State, His excellently, Similanaye Fubara who has not enjoyed […]
Stop This Assault On Democracy
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) have demanded the immediate reversal of the state of emergency in Rivers State in the interest of democracy, economic stability, and the welfare of Nigerian workers. This contained a statement jointly issued by the President of NLC, Comrade Joe Ajaero, and the […]
Rivers State Governor Fubara Urges Calm Amid Ongoing Political Crisis, Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has addressed the people of the state amid the ongoing political crisis, urging them to remain peaceful and law-abiding. In a press release, Governor Fubara emphasized his commitment to constitutional order and the rule of law, prioritizing the protection of lives and property, and ensuring the continuous progress of the […]
Rivers residents score sacked LG chairmen, councillors low
By Mark Lenu Some residents of Rivers State have scored the performance of the recently sacked Local Government Chairmen and Councillors low, saying that no meaningful governance was brought to the LGAs of the state. All the chairmen and councillors who were elected on October 5, 2024, were on Friday kicked out of office by […]
GOVERNOR FUBARA APPROVES FOUR-YEAR OUTFIT ALLOWANCE FOR RIVERS ASSEMBLY STAFFERS
Further to his welfarist disposition, the Governor of Rivers State, Amaopusenibo Sir Siminialayi Fubara, GSSRS, has graciously approved the bulk payment of a four-year outfit allowance to all permanent staff members in the Rivers State House of Assembly. Governor Fubara made this commitment in Government House, Port Harcourt, Tuesday, when Speaker of the Rivers State […]
Fubara Meets South-South Governors in Bayelsa, Elect Diri As Chairman
The governors of Nigeria’s South-South geopolitical zone met on Tuesday in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, to deliberate on regional challenges and future collaboration. At the meeting held at the Government House, the governors unanimously elected Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, as the new Chairman of the South-South Governors’ Forum. His Cross River State counterpart, Bassey Otu, […]