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President Tinubu Sacks Mele Kyari Appoint New Board Chairman

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a sweeping reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board, removing the chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure and the group chief executive officer, Mallam Mele Kolo Kyari. President Tinubu removed all other board members appointed with Akinyelure and Kyari in November 2023. The new 11-man board has Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the Group CEO and Ahmadu Musa Kida as non-executive chairman. Adedapo Segun, who replaced Umaru Isa Ajiya as the chief financial officer last November, has been appointed to the new board by President Tinubu. Six board members, non-executive directors, represent the country's geopolitical zones. They are Bello Rabiu, North West, Yusuf Usman, North East, and Babs Omotowa, a former managing director of the Nigerian Liquified Natural Gas( NLNG), who represents North Central. President Tinubu appointed Austin Avuru as a non-executive director from the South-South, D...
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Police Captures Four for Killing 7 years Twins In Rivers State

 By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Rivers State Police Command has arrested suspects including a native doctor involved in a horrific case of ritual killing of two children from the same parents, Chizaram Onuche and Chidinma Onuche, both 7-year-olds. According to a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, at about nine in the morning of 23rd March 2025, operatives arrested a native doctor and other individuals involved in the heinous crime.  The Police, during the operation recovered key evidences including a bottle containing drained blood of the victims. According to the statement, the suspects include: Mr. Aniekan Sunday Uko Male, 27 years: A native of Akwa Ibom, residing at 2nd Pipeline, Rukpokwu, and Mr. Kingsley Opurum ,Male, 43 years: A native of Etche, Rivers State, residing at 3rd Pipeline, Eneka,  implicated as the native doctor complicit in the murder of the deceased are the prime culprits to the crime. Others are Miss ...

Joint Security Team Foils Pipeline Vandalization Attempt In Rivers State

 By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  Joint Security team has foiled an attempt by vandals, who were about to vandalize a pipeline at Aluu and Rumukpe in Ikwerre and Emohua Local Government Areas of Rivers State. Briefing Newsmen at the State Police Command headquarters in Port Harcourt, Commissioner of Police,  Olugbenga Adepoju who spoke on behalf of the team, said since the declaration of State of Emergency in the State,all the security agencies have been working as a team to ensure safety of lives and property. ''The safety of our environment is paramount to foster business growth. We remain resolute in maintaining law and order. "We are fully prepared to carryout our responsibility with diligence.We have improved deployment of security operatives to curtail Movement of criminals and illicit materials. "A targeted enforcement will commence to impound unregistered number plate,because such issue can jeopardize security. CP Adepoju revealed that the Joint Security Team, thwa...

President Tinubu Declares State of Emergency In Rivers State, Suspend Governor Fubara And Assembly Members

 By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi  Odu, members of the House of assembly as well as state executive cabinet for the period of six months. The state has been in political crisis following the battle for the control of power between the Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike and Governor Fubara. Details shortly.....

⁩ *New Book Challenges Nigerians to Embrace Progress over Perfection- A Catalyst for Nation Building.*

By: Aniefon Dick As Nigeria strives to overcome its economic, social and political challenges,  the News Manager of CoolWazobiaInfo Port Harcourt, Chioma Ezenwafor has offered a blue print for personal and collective reform in a book titled, Done over Perfect. In a press statement released for the upcoming book launch in Port Harcourt,  the author Chioma Ezenwafor disclosed that the book is a source of Inspiration and a catalyst for Nation Building.  "In a world that often glorifies perfection, Done Over Perfect serves a timely reminder that progress not perfection is the foundation of growth, both individually and collectively for a nation like Nigeria where the pressure to achieve flawless outcomes can often stifle innovation and creativity, this book is a call to action", she said. The author further stated that the book resonates deeply with the challenges faced by Nigerians which is the need to accept the imperfection, learn from failures and keep moving forward. "T...

Police Confirms Explosion At Trans Niger Delta Pipeline, Arrest Two

 By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed  that a fire incident occurred at the Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) operated Trans Niger Delta Pipeline, located at the border of Kpor and Bodo communities in Gokana Local Government Area of the State. According to a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko says during a routine night patrol, security operatives observed the incident and promptly alerted SPDC management.  The latter initiated necessary safety protocols, including shutting down the affected pipeline. As a result of swift intervention, the situation was brought  under control, and there is no further threat to residents or the environment. The Command has commenced a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the fire. In connection with the incident, two persons have been taken in for questioning as part of efforts to uncover any potential act of sabotage.  SP I...

Police Debunks Rumors Of Riots In Rivers State

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu   Rivers State Police Command has debunked report circulating on various online media platforms, claiming that riots have erupted in the State, leading to the burning of the residence of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike.   Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko in a statement, says the report is a deliberate attempt by mischief makers to incite unrest and spread fear among law-abiding residents.   The statement enjoin the public to disregard the unfounded claims, which were clearly intended to cause panic and destabilize the relative peace and security enjoyed in the State.   The Command warned those responsible for spreading such provocative falsehoods to desist from engaging in activities capable of inciting public disorder.    For inquiries or to report security concerns, the public is encouraged to contact the Command through official channels: Control Room 📞 ...