Opinion: Republicanism versus Monarchism and the Rule of law in Nigeria
By Barr Azubuike Ihemeje Before the advent of colonial rule, the various parts that constitute Nigeria today were virtually under monarchical rule and control. Administration after administrations, and successive constitutional reforms all gradually reduced, diminished and radically eroded the powers of monarchies in Nigeria. Ironically, the colonialists have seemingly continued to sustain, revere and accord […]
Wike accuses Dickson of plotting to destabilise Rivers State
Nyesom Wike on Wednesday accused the outgoing Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson of allegedly trying to cause division in Rivers State. Wike during a meeting with Kalabari leaders also urged them to prevail on the Amanyanabo of Kalabari, King Theophilus J.T. Princewill, not to allow himself to be used by forces bent on creating disunity […]
Seinye Lulu-Briggs apologises to Wike over insults
The widow of the late billionaire and Philanthropist, Chief O. B Lulu-Briggs, says the intervention of the Rivers State Governor in ensuring that the late billionaire is buried is a welcome development. Seinye Lulu-Briggs, in a letter to the governor on Thursday, also apologised to Wike over an alleged insult from members of the Lulu-Briggs […]
As family feud lingers, Rivers State Government plans takeover of O. B Lulu-Briggs’ burial
As family crisis that has delayed the burial of Prominent billionaire, High Chief O.B Lulu Briggs for close to one year linger, the Rivers State Government has proposed to bury the late Philanthropist. Governor Nyesom Wike who addressed the Kalabari Ethnic Nationality on Wednesday at the Government House Port Harcourt, expressed the interest of Rivers […]
Belema Oil is not developing riverine communities where they operate but investing billions in North – Wike
Governor Nyesom Wike on Wednesday asked the founder of Belema Oil Producing Limited, Jackrich Tein to develop the Kalabari region instead of the North. Commenting on the crises of OML 25 during a Courtesy Visit by the leaders of the Kalabari Ethnic Nationality, Governor Wike said that the owners of Belema Oil embarked on deliberate […]
2023: Wike hints on where his successor will come from
Governor Nyesom Wike on Wednesday gave hints on the ethnic group his anointed candidate will likely come from, urging them to work with others to achieve the dream. He urged them to liaise with other ethnic nationalities in the state, rather than take actions that will engender disunity . Speaking during a Courtesy Visit by […]
Ntoor Video: ‘I agree with Wike’ – Tonye Princewill
I’m not rich like Wike – Oshiomhole
The Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday, donated three months salary due to him at a book launch in Abuja. Wike donated N20m at the launch of a book titled, ‘The Big Interviews’, authored by Eric Osagie, the immediate past Managing Director of The SUN. The amount donated by Wike is almost equivalent […]
Wike donates 3 months salary at a book launch
The Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday, donated three months salary due to him at a book launch in Abuja. Wike donated N20m at the launch of a book titled, ‘The Big Interviews’, authored by Eric Osagie, the immediate past Managing Director of The SUN. The amount donated by Wike is almost equivalent to […]
Reactions trail Wike’s ‘Ntoor Video’, aide says video doctored
Dangote has not contributed anything to Rivers State – Wike
Governor Nyesom Wike, on Monday, said that the state will launch a State Security Trust Fund as part of its move to strengthen security in the state to attract more investments. Wike also said that all major companies operating in the state must contribute to the state security fund because they benefit from the resources […]
‘Help us fight corruption in Rivers State’, Wike tells EFCC
