Governors’ Forum Response to the State of Emergency in Rivers State
“To reduce tensions and establish a foundation for enduring peace, we propose the Rescission of the State of Emergency,”
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THE SOUTH-SOUTH GOVERNORS’ FORUM ON THE DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY IN RIVERS STATE
It is also worth noting that the Constitution outlines specific procedures for the removal of a governor and deputy governor, as detailed in Section 188, and similar provisions exist for the removal of members of the House of Assembly and the dissolution of parliament. In the current situation, it appears that these guidelines might not have been fully considered.
Remembering Joseph Brisibe Keku: A Heartfelt Farewell to a Beloved Brother
“I want to sincerely appreciate my colleague commissioner, Honourable Commissioner for Tourism Hon. John Alah, Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties (West) Hon. Michael Magbisa, Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture and Natural Resources Hon. Prof. Beke Sese, Honourable Commissioner for Trade, Industry and Investment, Hon. Dr. Ebieri Jones, and Honourable Commissioner for Ijaw National Affairs, Hon. Chief Godspower Oporomo,”
Abalama Reception: A Sinister Ploy to Incriminate Us, Says Amanyanabo of Torusarama Piri
“Anyone who underestimates the fury of the Ijaw people is a fool. Whether Wike was under the influence of hard drugs or alcohol, it is said that ‘out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks.”
Urgent Meeting Called to Address Rising Security Concerns Related to Fulani Herdsmen Attacks
As insecurity spreads across regions, dialogues of this nature become essential in fostering peace and ensuring the safety of our communities. The Deputy Governor’s initiative to bring together traditional rulers and community leaders reflects a commitment to collaborative governance and to remedying the challenges posed by external threats.
A Call for Respect: PANDEF Warns Tinubu to Address Wike’s Inflammatory Remarks
“Mr. President,” Ambassador Igali urged, “we implore you to prevail upon the Honourable Minister to extend due respect to these eminent Nigerians and traditional rulers who were esteemed guests of the Commander-in-Chief. The Minister does not own the Niger Delta, and his conduct should not be condoned.”
Statement by Ambassador Godknows Igali, National Chairman of PANDEF, at Press Conference on Rivers State Situation
PANDEF hereby calls upon Mr. President, as the father of the nation, to prevail upon the Honourable Minister to retract his inflammatory statements and extend due respect to these eminent Nigerians and traditional rulers who were, after all, esteemed guests of the Commander-in-Chief. It is apt to remind that the Minister does not own the Niger-Delta and his errant conduct should not be condoned.
Urgent Call to Avert Potential Violence in Kalabari Land
“We are concerned that the clash of venues for the planned events by the two opposing groups, if not addressed, may cause a possible breach of peace and order in the area. This could potentially threaten the existing peace in Abalama Community and the rest of Kalabari land. The Traditional Rulers of the Kalabari Ethnic Nationality therefore appeal to both parties to relocate their events elsewhere, possibly outside Kalabari land, to avert a possible violent clash in the area”.
Governor Diri Stresses Unity Within PDP
“We are all members of the party. The moment we all resolve that we need to fix our party, there cannot be any one person that is bigger than the party.”
Welcoming Dr. Collins Opiyo Back as Chief Technical Adviser for Nigeria’s Population and Housing Census
“I am back home. I never left. I was brought back to finish the assignment I was earlier sent to do,”
