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Second Phase of Hon. Engr. Rodney Ebikebina Ambaiowei’s Medical Outreach Concludes Successfully in Southern Ijaw
The second phase of Hon. Engr. Rodney Ebikebina Ambaiowei’s Medical Outreach, which was flagged off at the Amassoma Town Hall and commenced simultaneously on 27 January 2026 at designated centres across communities in the Southern Ijaw Federal Constituency, successfully concluded on Tuesday, 3 February 2026. The seven-day outreach programme, organised in collaboration with the Pharmacy…
I Defected Out of Conviction, Not Pressure — Diri Tells Politicians
“If you are convinced and still following that person, please go ahead. But there is no static nature in politics. In political science, we have alignments and re-alignments. The reason we are in politics is for the development and progress of our state.
Tinubu, Jonathan, Diri, Makinde, Obi Lead Dignitaries at Burial of Late Sen. Ewhrudjakpo
“Everyone speaks good of Lawrence. He was a good man who related well with people. It is very difficult to find a politician who rose to the position of deputy governor to be well spoken of in this manner.”
PANDEF Chairman Hosts Eminent Statesmen in Honour of Late Sen. Ewhrudjakpo
The National Chairman of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Amb. (Dr.) Godknows Boladei Igali, hosted a delegation of eminent statesmen who travelled from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Lagos, and other parts of the federation to honour the late Sen. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, former Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, on Friday. Following the funeral rites…
South-South Governors Celebrate Fubara At 51
“On behalf of the South-South Governors Forum, I extend our warm birthday wishes to His Excellency, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, on his 51st birthday.
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South-South Governors Celebrate Fubara At 51
The South-South Governors Forum (SSGF) extends hearty felicitations to their Brother-Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Sir Siminalayi Fubara, on his 51st birthday.
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Chairman of the regional governors body and Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, in a statement on Wednesday, described Governor Fubara as a humble servant of humanity and the people of Rivers State.
The statement noted Fubara’s exemplary leadership qualities that have endeared him to the Rivers people as well as his tireless effort and commitment to the peace and greater good of the state.
“On behalf of the South-South Governors Forum, I extend our warm birthday wishes to His Excellency, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, on his 51st birthday.”
Erroneous Inclusion of Ijaw Territory in the Biafra Map
Reaffirming the long-standing position of the Ijaw people, the INC stressed that no part of Ijaw land or waterways has ever been, nor will ever be, part of the Biafra Republic. According to the Congress, such misrepresentation not only distorts historical and cultural realities but also risks creating unnecessary tension among ethnic nationalities in the Niger Delta and beyond.
2027: Seek God’s Direction, Diri Tells Bayelsa Politicians
“This is a political year. Let our political class be reminded that power comes from God. Whatever position you desire, my admonition is go and pray; go and consult God. Use me as a point of contact.”
INEC Unveils 2027 Election Timetable With Key Dates for Presidential and Governorships Polls
With the release of the timetable, INEC has signaled the formal commencement of preparations for the 2027 polls, urging political parties, aspirants, and voters to adhere strictly to the outlined schedule to ensure a credible and orderly electoral process.
PANDEF Reconciliation Committee Appeals for Peace, Urges Wike and Fubara to Lead Resolution of Rivers Crisis
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has formally inaugurated a high-powered Reconciliation Committee to address the protracted political crisis in Rivers State, warning that continued escalation could undermine public confidence and deepen instability in a state vital to Nigeria’s political and economic life. Speaking at the inauguration on January 12, 2026, the Chairman of the…
