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  • **”Dele Momodu Rebukes Wike: Rivers State Not Your Personal Property Amidst Feud with Fubara”**

    **”Dele Momodu Rebukes Wike: Rivers State Not Your Personal Property Amidst Feud with Fubara”**

    By Daniel Edu

    Publisher of Oviation Magazine and prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dele Momodu, has entered the fray amidst the ongoing conflict between Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, who currently serves as the Federal Capital Territory minister.

    The feud, which escalated to an arson attack on the Rivers Assembly, originated from Governor Fubara’s claims that Wike hindered his ability to govern effectively. Fubara’s defiance of Wike’s authority led to attempts to impeach him in the State Assembly, causing chaos in the state.

    Addressing the conflict in a tweet from his official handle, Momodu criticized Wike for his thirst for power, stating, “Let me establish two incontrovertible facts: you’re a fantastic projects man and generous to your friends. But your tragic flaw is LACK OF ANGER MANAGEMENT.” He added, “RIVERS is neither your property nor perpetual inheritance. It would have been nice if you’re in private business, but RIVERS is not your personal enterprise.”

    Momodu’s remarks coincided with efforts by the PDP leadership to mediate the dispute between the FCT minister and his successor. PDP governors met with Governor Fubara following the power struggle on Tuesday in an attempt to resolve the escalating tension.

  • Bayelsa, Imo And Kogi Gubernatorial Elections: APC-IGG Called On Electorates To Vote For APC.

    The national president, APC Initiative For Good Governance(APC-IGG), an APC Support group that has worked selflessly towards the success of the ruling party Ambassador Musa Mohammed Tsoken have called on the good people of Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi states to vote for all APC Candidates in order to reap the good harvest of democratic dividend without bias.

    Speaking to newsmen in Kano, Ambassador Musa Mohammed Tsoken disclosed that APC is a party to be trusted at all levels, and from what is being witnessed, Nigeria would be great under the ruling party if given maximum cooperation from both sides, where he assured that voting APC into all political thrones would bring progress to the citizens at both rural and urban settlements.

    He lamented that ” President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a real politician would works very well towards the development of this great country, and APC-IGG as a support group is also making good impacts to ensure that all is well at both sectors, and I am of the opinion that if given good cooperation, the Tinubu administration would deliver without political tribal or religious differences”. He emphasised.

    Furthermore, Ambassador Musa Mohammed Tsoken on behalf of the national executives of APC initiative for good governance, the zonal coordinators, states, local governments as well as wards leaders of the support group prayed for the successful elections and for APC victory in all the three states that is having an election on November 11th.

    The APC-IGG National president Ambassador Musa Tsoken thanked the Secretary to the government of the federation, George Akume for being more steadfast in keeping the Tinubu administration more beneficial to the people of Nigeria at all the six Geopolitical zones as seen since he assume office as SGF.

    In conclusion, Tsoken congratulates the APC national chairman Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje for leading the party with full strength and wish him a successful delivery of the three states to the ruling party.

  • “I Accept The Decision”: Yahaya Bello Congratulates Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

    “I Accept The Decision”: Yahaya Bello Congratulates Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

    By Daniel Edu

    Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, expressed his acceptance of the Appeal Court’s verdict confirming Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as the duly elected Senator for Kogi Central, representing the Peoples Democratic Party. He made this statement after the Police Council meeting at the Aso Rock Villa.

    Governor Bello congratulated Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and stated, “I accept the decision of the appeal court and I use this opportunity to congratulate my sister, Barrister Natasha as a senator of the Kogi Central Senatorial District.” He further acknowledged the court’s decision that nullified the election of Senator Abubakar Ohere and affirmed Barrister Natasha Akpoti as the senator for Kogi Central.

    Previously, the court had dismissed the appeal filed by Ohere, a member of the All Progressives Congress, on grounds of lacking merit. In September, the state Election Petitions Tribunal had declared Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as the winner of the Kogi Central Senatorial election and invalidated Ohere’s victory. The tribunal’s chairman, Justice K. A. Orjiako, disclosed that Ohere’s results had been inflated in nine polling units in the Ajaokuta Local Government Area.

  • Tinubu Steps in to Resolve Rivers Crisis, Holds Talks with Fubara and Wike in Aso Rock

    Tinubu Steps in to Resolve Rivers Crisis, Holds Talks with Fubara and Wike in Aso Rock

    By Daniel Edu

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken a proactive role in addressing the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. This intervention was confirmed by the Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum and the Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, during his statement to State House correspondents.

    Governor Mohammed revealed that President Tinubu is actively engaged in discussions with the key stakeholders involved in the Rivers crisis. Presently, he is holding meetings with Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to facilitate the restoration of peace in the state.

    Governor Mohammed expressed, “He (President Tinubu) has shown that he is President for both the PDP and APC, and we are going to work with him.”

    Earlier reports indicated that Governor Fubara and his predecessor had convened at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday morning, preceding the meeting of the Nigeria Police Council (NPC).

  • “Nigeria Immigration Service Seeks Senate Support for Improved Working Conditions and Personnel Benefits.”

    “Nigeria Immigration Service Seeks Senate Support for Improved Working Conditions and Personnel Benefits.”

    By Daniel Edu

    The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has made an appeal to the Senate, seeking improved working conditions, competitive remuneration, and regular promotions for its personnel. Acting Comptroller General, Mrs. Caroline Adepoju, pointed out the discrepancies in pay scales compared to other similar agencies, highlighting the demoralizing impact on NIS employees. She stressed the importance of regular promotions and increased capacity building to enhance operational efficiency. Adepoju also called for additional funding, better infrastructure, and logistics support, especially for border management and the implementation of E-gate services.

    Adepoju addressed the challenges faced by the NIS, including the backlog in passport issuance, reaffirming the service’s dedication to improving service delivery in line with the government’s objectives. Alhaji Ja’afar Mohammed, the Secretary of the Board overseeing the NIS, Nigeria Correctional Services, and Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, echoed Adepoju’s sentiments, highlighting the board’s ongoing efforts to reposition the NIS.

    Chairman of the Senate Committee, Sen. Adams Oshiomhole, reassured the NIS of the committee’s dedication to addressing their concerns. He emphasized the committee’s commitment to practical solutions, focusing on tangible interventions rather than mere discussions. Committee members raised questions about issues such as delayed passport issuance, management of illegal immigrants, internal revenue generation, and remittance procedures within the NIS.

  • Rivers State Assembly Faces Turmoil as Supporters of Governor Wike Seek to Impeach Governor Fubara

    Rivers State Assembly Faces Turmoil as Supporters of Governor Wike Seek to Impeach Governor Fubara

    By Milcah Tanimu

    On the 31st of October 2023, the Rivers State House of Assembly was plunged into chaos as 24 members, allegedly loyal to Governor Nyesom Wike, initiated impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara. This move triggered a tumultuous situation in the state, with the governor’s supporters staging a protest at the assembly complex.

    The crisis followed a bombing incident at the State House of Assembly located along Moscow Road in Port Harcourt the previous Sunday, suspected to be an attempt to hinder the lawmakers from carrying out the impeachment. Although the assembly chamber suffered damage, the fire service successfully extinguished the fire.

    The lawmakers who signed the impeachment notice against Governor Fubara were reportedly aligned with former Rivers State Governor and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. This development led to the deployment of security forces in the assembly complex and other areas in Port Harcourt, raising concerns of potential violence.

    The specific cause of the conflict between Governor Fubara and his political mentor, Wike, remains unclear. Notably, Wike had strongly supported Fubara’s election, even against the wishes of some key stakeholders in the ruling Peoples Democratic Party in the state.

    As the crisis unfolded, the assembly complex was cordoned off by armed security personnel. Governor Wike was not available for comment, and the situation remained tense. The stage for this turmoil was set when unknown individuals attempted to set the assembly complex on fire, seemingly in a failed effort to prevent the anti-Fubara lawmakers from convening on Monday.

    Despite the attack, the lawmakers convened a meeting early Monday morning, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, where they signed the impeachment notice against Governor Fubara. Additionally, House Leader Edison Ehie, who opposed the governor’s impeachment, was removed from his position, and three other members loyal to Fubara were suspended.

    Sylvanus Nwankwo, representing Omuma constituency, presented the impeachment notice, citing “gross misconduct in the performance of the functions of the office of the governor” as the basis for the impeachment.

    In response to the crisis, Governor Fubara, accompanied by security personnel, arrived at the assembly. A video surfaced showing police officers firing shots, tear gas, and water cannons at the governor and his supporters as they approached the assembly complex. Following a meeting with some lawmakers, Governor Fubara managed to sway support to his side, leading to the suspension of eight of his colleagues and the impeachment of Speaker Amaewhule.

    Edison Ehie, earlier suspended by the anti-Fubara faction, was elected as the factional speaker during a session held at the Government House. This shift was part of the efforts by pro-Fubara lawmakers to thwart the governor’s impeachment.

    Governor Fubara later addressed a gathering of youths, including members of the Ijaw Youth Council, declaring the impeachment attempt illegal and null and void. He commended the youths for their support and readiness to protect the interests of Rivers State.

    The Rivers State Police Command pledged to launch an investigation into the incident at the House of Assembly. The state’s political parties, including the PDP and the APC, responded to the crisis, with various statements and calls for restraint and peaceful resolution.

    Elder statesman Chief Edwin Clark appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene and maintain stability in Rivers State, warning against the potential consequences of a political crisis in the region.

    Various individuals, including former government officials, condemned the impeachment process and expressed concerns about the instability it could bring to Rivers State. They called for a peaceful resolution and an end to the political upheaval.

  • Senator Daduut congratulates President Tinubu ,VP Shettima over Supreme Court verdict

    Senator Daduut congratulates President Tinubu ,VP Shettima over Supreme Court verdict

    By Israel Adamu,Jos

    Senator representing Plateau South in the 9th National Assembly Prof Nora Ladi Daduut, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his Vice President Kashim Shettima for their landmark victory at the Supreme Court .

    This was contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Jos .

    The statement reads that ” I heartily congratulate His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR on his final electoral success at the supreme Court of Nigeria which he was reaffirmed as the undisputed winner of the 2023 Presidential elections. ”

    ” The inevitability of the election outcome was never in doubt at any time .”

    ” His victory would no doubt strengthen the President to continue to serve all Nigerians of all Political persuasions ,tribes and faiths .

    Senator Daduut who called on citizens of the Nation to support the President Bola Tinubu Tinubu led administration expressed confidence that he would revamp the country and take it to greater heights.

    She said Nigerians truly made the right choice in choosing Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the President, acknowledging that his tenacity, commitment and hard work would see him change the face of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

    Daduut also expressed her unwavering confidence that, under President Bola Tinubu’s visionary leadership, Nigeria will continue to flourish and thrive in line with the ‘Renewed Hope’ agenda of the current administration.

    She wished President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR ,the Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima GCON wisdom and good health in their discharge of duties.

  • Tinubu Expresses Confidence in Chief of Staff Amidst Allegations

    Tinubu Expresses Confidence in Chief of Staff Amidst Allegations

    By Milcah Tanimu

    In a recent statement, President Bola Tinubu expressed his “absolute confidence” in the integrity of his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila. This announcement was made just before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

    Tinubu’s comments come in response to allegations that Gbajabiamila has been involved in unethical practices, including “trading off appointments in the government of President Tinubu to the highest bidder.” The report claimed that there has been growing discontent among Tinubu’s supporters, with some pushing for Gbajabiamila’s removal from the Presidential Villa.

    The allegations specifically mentioned the appointment of 10 Resident Electoral Commissioners for the Independent National Electoral Commission, indicating that the name of an Ekiti REC was replaced with that of a former commissioner under the immediate past Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi. Furthermore, it was suggested that President’s Private Principal Secretary Akeem Okunola had been performing some of Gbajabiamila’s duties.

    In response, President Tinubu stated, “I have absolute confidence in my Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila.” He went on to emphasize his accountability, stating, “So, all campaign of calumny, the buck stops here! If I make mistakes, I’ll own up to them. Like everyone in the country, I make mistakes, and when I make mistakes, I iron them out and correct them. Perfection is of God Almighty.”

  • FG lauds Gov Eno for reviving educational infrastructure

    By Ogenyi Ogenyi,Uyo

    The imprints of Governor Umo Eno’s ARISE Agenda on basic education infrastructure in Akwa Ibom as evident in the ongoing remodelling of CKS Primary School to be replicated in the 31 Local Councils has attracted accolades from the Federal Government.

    The Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, conveyed the commendations during a tour of the remodelled School led by the Eno last weekend.

    Mamman, who was in Uyo for the celebration of the University of Lagos 1984 Law Class reunion, was overtly impressed by the initiative and imprints of the Governor and described the gesture as creating attractive environment and enticement to boost enrollment in schools.

    This, the minister said, was in line with President Tinubu’s vision of reversing the decline in school enrollments, given the importance he attaches to education at the basic level and therefore acknowledged the need for collaboration between the local government, State and the FG to get it right.

    “Indeed, there is hope for us as a country with the effort of all the Governors and every body and the federal Government working together collaboratively.

    “For us at the federal level, particularly the President, Bola Amed Tinubu, that is our area of focus. We want the out-of school children to be a matter of history, and this is the way to do it.” the Minister said.

    The Governor had earlier said that his administration’s determination to pay attention to education at the primary level was informed by the need to spur up the willingness and passion for education among school children.

    He reiterated the need for the state and federal governments to collaborate in revamping the primary education, healthcare, amongst others, to the advantage of the states and country in general.

    “We call upon the federal Government to support what we are doing. It is about children and the future of our children. Again, I want to underscore something here that the Federal and State Government can collaborate”, he emphasised.

    Reiterating his passion for rural development, the Governor said his target is to replicate the model school across the 31 Local Government Areas, adding that the model propagation will be complemented with teachers training to ensure a complete facelift for primary education in the state.

    He stressed his administration’s strong inclination towards rural development and resort to infrastructure upgrade in primary schools and healthcare facilities as strategy to attain rural development, soliciting the support and collaboration of companies and other well-placed individuals in such regards.

    “I am passionate about the rural development but you also know that education is the foundation. Lack of education carries with it a lot of danger. So our ambition is to see what we can do, not just the building. We will furnish it, train the teachers, ensure that we do a total facelift in our primary education.” Eno said.

  • Tinubu will ensure Nigeria’s resources benefit citizens – Speaker Abbas

    Tinubu will ensure Nigeria’s resources benefit citizens – Speaker Abbas

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Ph.D, has said that the Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led administration would work in collaboration with the 10th National Assembly to ensure that Nigerians reap the benefits of their God-given natural resources.

    The Speaker stated this on Sunday while playing host to the Emir of Agwatashi in Nasarawa State, Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Apeshi, who paid him a courtesy visit at his official guest house in Abuja.

    The Speaker, while thanking the Emir for the visit, said he was aware of the recent discovery of crude oil reserve in Nassarawa State, particularly within the Agwatashi Emirate, following extensive geodetic survey by experts from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) research.

    He assured the Emir and his entourage that he was very confident in the commitment of President Tinubu to make Nigeria’s natural resources work for the benefit of the citizens, adding that the 10th National Assembly would work with the Executive to fastrack the process.

    Speaker Abbas also expressed his desire to see that his party, the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC), becomes the dominant party in the politics of Nassarawa State, just as he decried the perennial intraparty squabbles among members which he said has led to the party relinquishing many legislative seats, both at the state and national levels, to opposition parties.

    Earlier, the Emir of Agwatashi Dr. Abubakar Apeshi told the Speaker that the visit was to congratulate the Speaker on his election to the Number 4 Citizen’s office and to express the emirate’s support and prayers for him to succeed in the discharge of his duties.

    He said the emirate was thankful to the Speaker for his “magnanimity in appointing one of my illustrious sons, Alhaji Musa Hussaini, as the Special Assistant on Protocol.

    “So, we have come on behalf of the community to thank you immensely for this good gesture that you have done to us in Oloso Community of Agwatashi Emirate.”

    He prayed the Almighty Allah to grant the Speaker and his colleagues in the House the wisdom to make laws for the upliftment of Nigerians.

    The emir was accompanied on the visit by a former senator, Salihu Hussain Egyegbola, who represented Nasarawa South Senatorial District in the 9th Senate.