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By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Rivers State Police Command says it will maintain law and order during the nationwide protests in the State starting from tomorrow, August 1. In a statement by the Rivers State Police Public Relations Officer SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the Command acknowledged the constitutional right of citizens to gather and protest peacefully, not forgetting that mischief makers may want to exploit the opportunity of the planned protests to create chaos and civil unrest. According to the statement, the Command commended those who have opted for alternate, lawful means of resolving the issues raised by the organizers, while recognizing the possibility of hoodlums hijacking the protests. SP Iringe-Koko also urged organizers and protesters to conduct themselves in a manner that does not compromise public safety and security or infringe on the rights of others, as the police will not tolerate any act of criminality, such as looting, robbery, or the harassment of innocent citiz

... Ama-Ngo Youths Assembly tells Rivers State Government  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  Rivers State Government has been urged to disregard series of petitions written against the secretary to the State Council of Traditional Rulers, Dr. Matthew Ogwuokwa Jonah demanding his removal from office on allegation of stopping the King of Ngo Town in Andoni local government area from participating in the activities of the Council. The petitions that emanated from the Ngere Egweoke family of Ngo town have been described by the Ama-Ngo Youths Assembly as  baseless and false. In an interview, the president  of the Youths Assembly, Mr. Nkakeek Dick, said they have also received an information about some planned protests to the Rivers State Government House, the Office of the Head of Service and the Office of the  Commissioner for Chieftancy and Community Affairs by the said individuals. Mr. Dick explained that  there is no King in Ngo Town presently as the Okaan-Ama and Paramount Ruler of Ngo Town

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People, (MOSOP) USA , has written an open letter to the president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to include the creation of Bori State in the ongoing Constitutional amendment and restructuring process. MOSOP USA assures Nigeria and the whole world that MOSOP and the Ogoni People abhor violence but hate injustice.  According to the letter, the Ogoni People stand on the recommendations of the Willink Commission as the only condition to remain in Nigeria, so the Ogoni Bill of Rights must be adopted and included in the Nigerian Constitution. The open letter below 👇 

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Chief Executive Officer of Homadil Realty Limited,with headquarters in Abuja has written an open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over alleged rights abuse and harassment by Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC). In the letter, the real estate CEO,called on the President to call the EFCC to order.   My name is Rebecca Omokamo Godwin-Isaac (Haija Bilkisu Ishaku Yusuf). I am the Chief Executive Officer of Homadil Realty Limited, headquartered in Abuja. I am an upright, honest, humble, responsible, hardworking, God-fearing, philanthropic, and law-abiding citizen of Nigeria who believes in the rule of law and the Nigerian legal/judicial system. I grew up in the ancient commercial city of Kano in Northern Nigeria, raised by missionary parents. Growing up was challenging as my parents struggled to provide for us on their meager missionary stipends. We were brought up with strict moral values, integrity, and honor. Through determination and the

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  Eleven months after SP, Bako Angbashim, the former Divisional Police Officer of Ahoada East Police division died, Rivers State Police command finally conducted a burial procession to his honour.   The event which took place today 27th July at the Police Officers Mess in Port Harcourt, was witnessed by the Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu and all senior officers of the command.   Speaking at the procession, CP. Disu stated that the late DPO was instrumental to the arresting of notorious criminals terrorizing the East West road section of ogoni axis but met his end while on active duty at the Ahoada Divisional Police Station.   The Rivers State Police boss further stated that the Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara has fulfilled the 100 million naira pledge he made on David Gift popularly known as 2baba who was the prime suspect in the death of late SP. Angbashim.   CP Disu while appreciating the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun fo

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Rivers State Police command said that it has been engaging with various stakeholders as regards the nationwide hunger protest,slated for 1st to 10th of August .   Speaking to Newsmen, the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, stated that the Police is not ignorant of the situation in the country, ensuring that it will do all it takes to maintain peace and order in the State.   CP Disu said that the men of the police have been trained and retrained on handling protest situations, assuring that his men know exactly what to do.   On the issue of court order barring the Peoples Democratic Party from holding their Ward Congress, CP Disu stated that the police are obligated by law to obey court orders and as of the time of briefing Newsmen, he can only confirm the court order that permits the congress to hold.   CP Disu further laments on the numerous court judgments but did not fall to add that the police will do everything in its power to obe

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Federal Government  has been called upon as a matter of urgency to holistically support the good people of Niger Delta through the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs on the ongoing efforts at addressing issues affecting the Niger Delta region, especially as it concerns building peace and security in the region. The call was made by the Project Steering Committee, PSC which include, The Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, Search for Common Ground, Stakeholder Democracy Network, Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) and Academic Associate Peaceworks (AAPW) in a press briefing immediately after the conclusion of the Rivers State Peace Architecture meeting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital.        State Peace architecture with SFCG Country Director Mrs Fatima Abubakar Speaking to Newsmen, Chairman of the PSC and Director Planning Research and Statistics Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, Mr. Paul Abia stated that the 'EU-funded

 By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Federal Government through the Ministry of Niger Delta has lauded the commitments of rural communities in tackling security issues and restoring peace in Niger Delta. The Ministry expressed joy when the Project Steering Committee which include, The Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, Search For Common Ground Nigeria (SFCG), Stakeholders Democratic Network (SDN), Academic Associates Peace Works (AAPW) and Foundation for Partnership Initiative For Development in the Niger Delta (PIND) visited Okirika for a one day Okirika Local Government Area Peace Architecture (LGA-PA) meeting on Wednesday, July 24, 2024.        King Ateke Tom palace in Okirika  Speaking, the Director Housing and Urban Department of the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, Architect Agbu Bala Tsoken who led the delegates of the Ministry, stated that he was delighted to hear the massive success stories coming out from the Okirika LGA Peace Architecture in tackling security challenges in the are

    By Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  Report says there was a disruption today, 24th, of July 2024, at a planned empowerment program by the Caretaker Committee Chairman, of Ikwerre local government area of Rivers State, Mr. Darlington Orji.                Another car destroyed    We gathered that both OSPAC Members and police allegedly came with the former council chairman of the Area, Mr. Samuel Nwanosike and shot sporadically leaving about five persons injured, destroyed canopies, chairs, with over five cars including buses belonging to the supporters of the CTC Chairman.           One of the destroyed cars  It was also reported that shops in the community were looted, while residents scampered for safety. Report also has it that about three motorcycles were carted away by the thugs who came with about 7 Hilux vans, brandishing some horrible weapons including matchets and a type of gun some of the youths described as 'Kala'.                         Bullets The Public Relations Offic

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  To ensure a good working synergy between the Ministries, Security Agencies and communities to achieve a community-centred approach in tackling insecurity and build peace in the Niger Delta, Search for Common Ground Nigeria hosted an orientation meeting for the Project Steering Committee (PSC) in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State, Nigeria. The PSC is a collaboration between the Ministry of Niger Delta and the consortium partners of the community-centred peace building approach in Niger Delta which include: Search For Common Ground (SFCG) Nigeria, Stakeholders Democratic Network (SDN), Academic Associates Peace Works (AAPW),  and Partnership Initiative For Niger Delta Development (PIND). Speaking on the purpose of the meeting, regional head of office and head of programme for Search for Common Ground in Niger Delta,  Mr. Yacinthe Agbadjagan, stated that the idea of the PSC meeting was to present the overview and every aspect  of the project to enable

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu           Viewers Discretion is advised  A day old dead male child was discovered today Tuesday,23rd July,2024 in a manhole at Ekwe Street Ikwerre road, Mile 3 Diobu, Port Harcourt, Rivers State by members of Diobu vigilante group. Speaking with Newsmen in Port Harcourt, the Chief Security Officer of Nkpolu Orowurokwo attached to Diobu vigilante, Mr.Godstime Ihunwo, explained that about 5 am, today, his  team were on patrol and getting to Ikwerre road by Ekwe street Mile 3, they discovered that  a new born baby was dumped into a Man hole.             Viewers Discretion is advised  "We discovered that the baby was dead.It was a male child.I quickly rushed down to Nkpolu Police Division to  make an  entry, I also contacted,Prince Wiro who is a human rights activist". He said  In the meantime,the National Coordinator, Centre for Basic Rights Protection And Accountability Campaign Mr. Prince Wiro has condemned the action of the unidentified mother des

  ..... As Anti-Graft Agency Deny Allegation,Police Speaks  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu   Proprietress of Homadil Reality,a real estate firm in Abuja, Hajiya Bilikisu Ishaqu has alleged that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission ,EFCC; FCT Abuja is detaining her husband,Mr Isaac Ishaqu Yusuf and some staff of the organization  unjustly over a landed property case which is in court awaiting judgement. Mrs. Ishaqu made the allegation in an audio speech which was made available to Journalists on Saturday, 20th July, 2024. She said  "I received numerous messages while I was abroad from family and friends  about a libelous story published across various media platforms. "The responses suggest that the story was sponsored and clearly intend to tarnish my good image,that of my company homadil reality. "I bought the land and have all the necessary document,i will forward to you for further investigation. "As a business woman with integrity,I have never defrauded anyon

By Awajis Josiah-Chijindu   Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara has promised to resolve the multi taxation that is plaguing business operators in the State, to enable them ease of doing business.  The Governor made this assertion while playing host to some Executive members of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, MAN;  Rivers and Bayelsa States branch who paid him a courtesy visit in Government House Port Harcourt. He said he will instruct Caretaker Committee Chairmen especially that  of Ikwerre, Obio Akpor, Port Harcourt, and Eleme Local Government Areas to enhance the ease of doing business in their Areas. The Governor also said that modalities are in place to build a State Industrial Park, while promising to support MAN, in relevant areas that the State government could. On his part, the Chairman Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, Rivers and Bayelsa States branch, Elder Vincent Okuku lauded Governor Fubara for driving the policy that has enabled investors within the

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  A member of ONELGA Security Peace Advisory Committee, OSPAC; has been killed by unknown gunmen in Igwuruta Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State. The OSPAC member identified as Prince was shot dead on Wednesday night 10th July 2024 by suspected kidnappers. We gathered that the OSPAC members responded to a distress call about  an incident of kidnapping in the area when they were ambushed by the unknown gunmen who opened fire on the security personnel resulting to the death of the deceased. The incident was said to have thrown the community into panic as residents scampered  for safety. As at press time, the corpse of the deceased has been evacuated and taken to an undisclosed mortuary. Police Public Relations Officer of the Rivers State Police Command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko who confirmed the incident, noted that investigation is ongoing. 

 By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Court of Appeal, sitting in Port Harcourt has dismissed two appeals instituted by the former Local Government Chairmen loyal to the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Mr.  Nyesom Wike. The appeals were filed by the former Chairman of Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area, Mr. Enyiada Cookey-Gam, and six others, to challenged the decisions of the High Court regarding the elongation of their tenure. While delivering the ruling, the court ruled that the appeals lacked merit and consequently struck them out. The judgment came weeks after Governor Siminalayi Fubara  swore in   Caretaker Committee Chairmen for the 23 Local Government Areas. The governor, on June 19, inaugurated the new caretaker chairmen hours after the House of Assembly, led by the Speaker, Mr. Victor Oko-Jumbo, screened and confirmed the nominees.