By Ere Robinson Erebi Here’s wishing a very happy birthday to our dear Commissioner for Women, Children Affairs, Empowerment and Social Development, Hon. Joanah Gigi. Your unwavering dedication to uplifting women, protecting children, and advancing social development is truly commendable. Your leadership continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many. May this…
By Robinson Ere Erebi It was a nostalgic homecoming for many alumni as members of the Government Secondary School Okporowo-Ogbakiri (GOSSO) Old Students Association gathered in Ogbakiri, Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, for their May meeting held on Saturday, May 2, 2026. For several attendees, including this reporter, the visit rekindled memories of…
The Mayor of Banjul, capital city of The Gambia, Hon. Rohey Malick Lowe, has commended the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri’s strong commitment to women empowerment, gender equality, and social justice. Speaking during a visit to Government House, Yenagoa, on Friday, Mayor Lowe described Governor Diri as a “champion of women, inclusive leadership…
By Robinson Ere Erebi Today, I celebrate my 63rd birthday with a heart full of gratitude to God for His faithfulness, mercy, and grace throughout my life. Each year has been a testament to His goodness, and I remain thankful for the journey so far. As I mark this special milestone, I pray for many…
“The strides we have made together bear eloquent testimony to the strength of unity and the power of common purpose and synergy between the Government of Assured Prosperity and the workers in Bayelsa State.”
“Security is everyone’s business. The state has been peaceful except for the unfortunate recent incident of killing and arson in Ogboinbiri community.”
A court has heard detailed and disturbing testimony regarding the circumstances surrounding the death of a detainee, Patrick Peresuodei, with a witness alleging abuse and neglect while in custody. During proceedings on Thursday, a witness identified as Henry Igwe, who described himself as a former inmate, told the court that PeresuodeI complained of breathing difficulties…
A security incident near the White House led to an arrest on Tuesday, coinciding with the visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla to Washington, D.C., according to Fox News. The incident occurred amid heightened security following a recent shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. A spokesperson for the United States Secret Service…
U.S. military bases and equipment in the Persian Gulf region have sustained extensive damage following Iranian strikes. The attacks reportedly hit dozens of targets across bases in seven Middle Eastern countries, damaging warehouses, command headquarters, aircraft hangars, satellite communications systems, runways, high-end radar installations, and multiple aircraft. Repair costs are expected to run into billions…
The Southern Ijaw Progressive Forum, a socio-political group in Bayelsa State, has called on political stakeholders, party leaders, and fellow aspirants to support Hon. Engr. Rodney Ebikebina Ambaiowei’s bid to return to the House of Representatives, following his clearance to contest in the upcoming party primaries. The group made the appeal in Yenagoa during a…
