Rivers Crisis: Wike Gives Conditions for Peace
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has asserted that no form of intimidation will lead to peace in Rivers State. Wike emphasized that for peace to exist in the region, all key stakeholders, including National Assembly members, need to be engaged with genuine intentions. He mentioned that declaring a state of emergency […]
Rivers Crisis: Amaechi Accuses Tinubu of Breaching Constitution
The former governor of Rivers State, Rotimi Amaechi, expressed his sorrow yesterday regarding the removal of Siminalayi Fubara as the governor, stating that President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency was unconstitutional. Amaechi, who previously served as the minister of transportation, voiced his disappointment over the National Assembly’s lack of effectiveness in this […]
Protest in Rivers State may Escalate into Crisis
A social commentator and security expect Mr. Lekan Ojo, has cautioned against incessant protests that could escalate and lead to a crisis in the state. He stated this on our live interactive program democratic platform, expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of ongoing protests in Rivers State, saying the government may not be moved to take […]
NDC Calls for Visa Bans on Rivers State Governor and Judges
The National Democratic Coalition (NDC) has called on democratic nations, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and European Union member states, to impose visa bans on Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State and certain judges accused of compromising democratic principles in Nigeria. During a press conference held in Abuja, the coalition expressed alarm […]
Chief Judge John Tsoho to Face NJC Probe Over Abuja Hearings of Rivers Political Cases
Justice John Tsoho, Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, is set to appear before the National Judicial Council (NJC), to address inquiries regarding a series of judgments issued by his court amid the political crisis in Rivers State. The NJC’s review comes in response to rising concerns over the perceived inconsistencies in judicial proceedings […]
Secondus Warns Wike’s Actions Could Undermine Nigeria’s Democracy, Calls for Federal Intervention
Uche Secondus, a former national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has issued a warning that the unrestrained actions of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), could potentially derail Nigeria’s democratic process. Secondus expressed his concerns while reacting to the recent local government elections in Rivers State, which saw violence […]
Governor Fubara Expresses Concerns Over President Tinubu’s Remarks on Rivers Crisis
In an interview on “Politics Today,” Governor Fubara of Rivers State responded to the president’s statement addressing the violent aftermath that followed the withdrawal of police officers from 23 local government secretariats in Rivers State. He voiced his concerns regarding President Bola Tinubu’s recent comments about the violent destruction of local government secretariats in the […]
Fubara: Recent Political Crisis Marks Necessary Rebirth for Rivers State.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has described the recent political turmoil in the state as a crucial rebirth process, asserting confidence that the region is now on the path to recovery. During a swearing-in ceremony for eight newly appointed judges, Fubara emphasized the collective support and unity among stakeholders as vital in facilitating progress. […]
Sim Fubara Swears in Frank-Fubara as New Commissioner
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has officially inaugurated Barrister Emmanuel Frank-Fubara as a commissioner, following his screening and confirmation by the Victor Oko-Jumbo-led assembly. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Executive Council Chambers of the Government House in Port Harcourt on Monday, at about 5 pm. During his address after the oath-taking ceremony, Governor […]