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By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  In the spirit of Christmas, the C4i Strike Force of the Rivers State Police Command led by Commander, CSP Julian Igbudu took to the street of Port Harcourt to feed and gift token to the less privileged and reassured them of their safety.   In a statement by the spokesperson of the command, SP Grace Iringe-Koko stated that the gesture was part of the police corporate social responsibility.   According to the statement, the team underscored the significance of the visit and noted that the initiative was just the beginning as it plans to launch a new phase of outreach on January 1, 2025, aiming to reach as many indigents and needy individuals as possible.   SP Iringe-Koko added that the commitment to giving back to the community demonstrates the team's dedication to serving and protecting the people of Rivers State and seeing into their well-being.    

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The yuletide season brings a moment of rest and stroll away from work. A time workers take time off duty to have a special family moment with love ones. But, the story is different as workers on the Bodo-Bonny Road project, a transformative construction project awarded to Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, have continued joyfully with their efforts and dedication towards finishing the lucrative road project even during the yuletide season.  For many of the workers, the opportunity to contribute to the development of their communities through this landmark infrastructure project is a source of pride and fulfillment. The 37.9 km road project, which connects Bodo in Gokana Local Government Area to Bonny Island in Rivers State, stands as a beacon of hope for the operational communities.  Julius Berger’s workforce, comprising a significant number of local indigenes, has been steadfast in their commitment to ensuring the project’s timely completion despite t...

Setting the Record Straight: Rebecca Omokamo Godwin-Isaac, Known as Hajiya Bilkisu Ishaku Aliyu, Responds to Allegations of Land Grabbing, Intimidation, Property Fraud, and Document Forgery It is with profound sadness and emotional pain that I respond to the relentless and false allegations leveled against me, my family, and my business. These accusations, most recently published on December 23, 2024, by Sahara Reporters under the headline "How Nigerian Police Authorities Protect 'Notorious Abuja Landgrabber' Bilikisu Aliyu Accused of Intimidation, Property Fraud, Document Forgery," have caused immense distress to me and those who depend on me. These claims are completely unfounded and represent a deliberate attempt to destroy everything I have worked so hard to build. Today, I must share my story to clear the air and appeal to the public's sense of justice and fairness. ________________________________________ The Facts of the Property Acquisition I, Rebecca Omok...

 By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  To improve security in the Niger Delta, the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC has provided security communication gadgets to the Rivers State Command. The project which was initiated by the former Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, was completed by the present commissioner, Mohammed Mustapha . Speaking while receiving the communication gadgets CP Mohammed Mustapha represented by Deputy Commissioner of Police, Rivers State Police command, Samuel Erale  appreciated NDDC for completing the project noting that the project will help to improve the security system in the State.              CP Mohammed Mustapha  On his part, speaking via zoom, former Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu while expressing joy for the completion of the project, assured NDDC that the equipment will be used judiciously to protect lives and properties in Rivers State.        ...

  By Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Centre for Basic Rights Protection And Accountability Campaign (CEBARAC), says any country thriving in  Social, Environmental, Human rights injustice is doomed. National Coordinator of the group, Prince Wiro, in a goodwill message to commemorate the 2024 edition of the World Human Rights Day with the theme "Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now," said many Nigerians in the region whose environment have been degraded by multinationals in the course of oil exploration are yet to get justice. Mr Wiro asserted  that there will be no future for a country where citizens are denied their social rights such as quality education,standard  health care system, basic and social amenities due to corrupt practices by some public office holders. The National Coordinator of Centre for Basic Rights however,stated that for Nigeria to have a future, Social, Environmental and Human rights must be promoted by the government and citizens, adding that ever...

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu    The Rivers State Police command has neutralized a notorious cult leader, Ikem ThankGod popularly known as General 2 Man who specialized in kidnapping and robbery in Ahoada East and West Local Government Areas of the state.   The state Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Mustapha during a press briefing in Port Harcourt, said the suspect has been wreaking havoc in Ahoada East and West LGA communities like Obologbolo and Akinima.   CP Mustapha stated that preliminary investigation shows 'General 2 Man' was responsible for many violent crimes.   The Rivers Police Boss said the suspect who also Snatched a car is responsible for incessant vandalization of pipeline and critical infrastructure.   CP Mohammed Mustapha briefing Newsmen    CP Mustapha disclosed that the cases involving 'General 2 Man' were pending and under investigation when he met his Waterloo while carrying out another operation...

 By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Rivers State Police Command has cracked down on a child trafficking syndicate, rescuing four children and arresting a woman, Esther Anthony of Rumukwachi Community in Obio Akpor local government area of the State, who allegedly stole the children.   The children, aged one to thirteen years, were lodged at a Guest House in Rumukwachi, and were intended to be handed over to a nurse named Loveth, who runs a maternity home.   Police Public Relations Officer,  SP Grace Iringe-Koko , in a statement said the Guest House Managing Director became suspicious of Esther Anthony's activities and refused to let her check out with the children, demanding that the mother be present.   SP Iringe-Koko stated that the suspect left and returned with police officers, falsely claiming that the Guest House Manager had abducted the children and threatened her with a gun.   According to the statement, the Managing Director contacted the Choba A...

 By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  Women group in Rivers State have urged Local Government Council  Chairmen to balance their political appointments in the council by appointing more women.   This was the submission made during the visit of Obolo Women Converge to the wife of the Andoni Local Government Council, Mrs. Olubunmi Nteogwuile.   Speaking on behalf of the converge during the visit, Dr. ImaOwaji Ejitogute berated the appointment so far made by the Local Government Council Chairman as being one sided.   Dr. Ejitogute while appreciating the wife of the chairman, Mrs. Olubunmi Nteogwuile for her husband’s victory during the LGA elections in Rivers State said the converge carried out pad a girl project in various schools in Andoni and even Akwa Ibom State among other projects.   On her part, first lady of the Andoni Local Government Council, Mrs. Olubunmi Nteogwuile while appreciating the Obolo Women Converge for the vis...