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Between Party Discipline And National Governance: APGA National Chairman, Verdict Tinubu's Ongoing First Term In Office

Written By: Nduka Anyanwu  In Nigeria’s evolving democratic space, the distinction between political party governance and national governance remains both critical and often blurred. Offering a reflective perspective, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Sly Ezeokenwa, frames this contrast through the lens of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s first term in office. At its core, Ezeokenwa argues that political party governance is fundamentally about structure, internal democracy, accountability, and strict adherence to constitutional frameworks. Within a party like APGA, these elements are cultivated deliberately to ensure discipline, unity of purpose, and clarity of vision. Party systems, he suggests, are the training grounds where leadership values are tested before being projected onto the national stage. However, national governance presents a far more complex reality. It demands not only structure but also broad-based inclusiveness, economic foresight...
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Accountability, Structure And Trust: APGA Sets The Pace For Credible Party Politics” National Chairman Reflects

Written By: Nduka Anyanwu  In a political landscape often challenged by questions of transparency and internal discipline, the voice of the Sly Ezeokenwa, National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), offers a clear and deliberate vision of what a truly progressive political party should represent. At the heart of this vision lies a firm commitment  to accountability, structure, and constitutional compliance—principles that, according to Ezeokenwa, are not just ideals but operational standards that define APGA’s identity.  This stance was recently reaffirmed during the revalidation and verification exercise conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) at the party’s National Secretariat. The exercise, led by Mr. Reginald Omoregie, Deputy Director in INEC’s Department of Election and Party Monitoring, was more than a routine administrative procedure.  It symbolized a growing institutional maturity within Nigeria’s political part...
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Police Disbands Tactical Teams, Launch Violent Crime Response Unit

  By Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Rivers State Police Command has announced the dissolution of Tactical Teams within the Command, in line with ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency, professionalism, and public confidence in policing. A statement by the Command's Public Relations Officer ASP Blessing Agabe, stated that the action was in strict compliance with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, and is being implemented under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju. According to the statement, following the directive, all disbanded Tactical Teams have been consolidated into a single formation,Violent Crime Response Unit, VCRU.  The Police Spokesperson noted that the unit is mandated to respond swiftly to incidents of violent crime, while adhering to established rules of engagement and respect for fundamental human rights. The Command also issued a strong warning against extortion, abuse of office, and all forms...
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Rivers State Government Meets OPM General Overseer Over Child Rights Violation

By: Martha Igbiks Rivers State Government, through the Ministry of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation, has convened a meeting with the General Overseer of Omega Power Ministries, OPM, Apostle Chibuzor Gift Chinyere, to address recent public concerns over child rights violations involving an autistic child in marriage and childcare practices that conflict with state laws. The meeting was convened with the International Federation of Women Lawyers, FIDA, Rivers State Branch, led by its Chairperson, Barr. Tamunonuemi Life-George. Speaking after the meeting, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Lauretta Davies Dimpka, explained that the engagement became necessary after the Ministry identified actions by the OPM leader which, though done in good faith, were not in tandem with existing laws in the state. She cited the Child Right law, the Persons with Disability Act and the Violence Against Persons Prohibition law (VAPP) as a guiding instruments for the ministry's position. She thank...
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APGA Signals 2027 Readiness As National Chairman Champions Transparency And Unity At Historic South East Stakeholders' Meeting At AWKA

  Written By Nduka Anyanwu    Barrister Sly Ezeokenwa has emphasized that strategic engagement remains central to strengthening the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) ahead of future elections, describing the just-concluded South East Zonal Stakeholders’ Meeting as a defining moment for the party’s evolution. Speaking after the landmark gathering held at the International Convention Centre, Awka, the APGA National Chairman noted that the meeting—regarded as the first of its kind—brought together the full spectrum of the party’s leadership structure across the South East. According to him, the engagement provided a rare and valuable opportunity to synchronize efforts, refine political strategies, and present a unified vision for the party’s future. Ezeokenwa remarked that the meeting sent a strong signal of APGA’s preparedness and readiness for upcoming electoral contests, reinforcing its position as a formidable force within Nigeria’s dynamic democratic space. He stre...
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Police Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Hostage

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  Operatives of the Rivers State Police Command have apprehended three suspected kidnappers linked to the kidnap of Mr.Chukwudekwu Emmanuel,a native of Lagos State, who was kidnapped in Etche local government area on the 17th of February 2026.  The suspects Chinedu Okoro 38 year old, a native of Imo State, Okwudiri Njoku, 32 years, a native of Ozuzu in Etche Local Government and  Onyema Sunday, 25 years old from Ika in Akwa Ibom State. A statement by the Command's Public Relations Officer ASP Blessing Agabe stated that preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects specialize in luring unsuspecting victims from different parts of the country through social media platforms , using the images of reputable personalities to gain trust. According to the statement, the suspects were apprehended while attempting to kidnap another victim,  Chisom George , who was deceitfully invited from Anambra State under the pretext of inviting ...
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Rivers State Judiciary Counters NBA National Position over Contempt Ruling, Says Judge Acted Within the Law

  SPONSORED  The Rivers State Judiciary has faulted the Nigerian Bar Association National over its March 26, 2026 press release condemning the jailing of a lawyer for contempt, insisting the trial judge acted lawfully to protect the court’s integrity. In a rejoinder issued by Chief Registrar High Court,David D. Ihua-Maduenyi, Esq., the judiciary said it was necessary to “set the records straight” following reactions to the NBA’s statement on the contempt conviction of Mrs. Lovinah Ugbana Benjamin. Titled: "JUDGES MUST NOT BULLY LAWYERS OR ABUSE POWER TO PUNISH FOR CONTEMPT AS A TOOL FOR INTIMIDATION OF LAWYERS" RE: IN THE MATTER OF CONTEMPT OF COURT BY MRS. LOVINAH UGBANA BENJAMIN IN SUIT NO. PHC/301/2016 CORAM C. NWOGU J., OF THE HIGH COURT OF RIVERS STATE. The state judiciary explained that case in question is Suit No. PHC/301/2016 before Justice Chinwendu Nwogu of the Rivers State High Court, where Mrs. Benjamin served as defence counsel. The statement  read thus "We ...
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