Immediate past Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, General Barry Tariye Ndiomu has expressed a deep sense of loss over the passing of foremost Ijaw and Niger Delta leader, Pa Edwin Clark. General Ndiomu in a condolence message issued in Abuja today said at 97, Pa Clark lived a […]
LET’S PARTNER TO CURB CRUDE OIL THEFT, PIPELINE VANDALISM, GOV FUBARA TELLS NEW GOC.
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has urged for partnership between the State Government and the new General Officer Commanding 6 Division of the Nigerian Army to curb crude oil theft, pipeline vandalism and all forms of maritime crimes in the State. The Governor emphasised that Rivers State, as the […]
OUTGONE GOC REFUSED TO WORK WITH RSG, SAYS GOV FUBARA
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has remarked that the previous General Officer Commanding 6 Division of the Nigerian Army undermined the importance of collaboration between critical stakeholders, especially the State Government in addressing security challenges by refusing to have a working relationship with his administration. The Governor emphasised that […]
GOV FUBARA BLAMES GROWING HUNGER ON INSECURITY
•Charges Church Leaders To Intensify Peace-Building Efforts. Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said that the growing hunger across Nigeria has persisted because of the activities of herdsmen and terrorists who continue to attack farmers and make it difficult for them to engage in productive farm work. To curb […]
Suspected Killers of Anambra Lawmaker Escape From Police Custody.
By Ken Chiwendu Anambra Police Command says two suspects linked to the murder of Justice Azuka, a member of the Anambra House of Assembly, have escaped from police custody The Spokesman of the State Police Command, Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. He said the state Commissioner […]
IGP PRESENTS INSURANCE CHEQUES TO FAMILIES OF FALLEN OFFICERS, UNVEILS POLICE INSURANCE CLAIM MANAGEMENT PORTAL
In a continued effort to enhance the welfare of police personnel and their families, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, on Tuesday, 18th February 2025, presented insurance benefit cheques to the next of kin of 706 fallen officers and unveiled the Nigeria Police Insurance Claims Management […]
OUR GOVERNANCE GIVES PEACE, OFFERS RIVERS PEOPLE FREEDOM – GOV FUBARA
•Declares Open Anglican Archbishops’ SCM, Today. Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said that Rivers people are enjoying an era of peace and freedom to undertake their endeavours without molestation or anxiety to trigger hypertension. The Governor also said there is an increased level of openness to governance that […]
ENERGY THEFT:NERC INTRODUCES PENALTY FOR METRE TAMPERING , By – PASS.
By John Obi The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission NERC has introduced an amended order designed to curb unauthorized access to electricity, meter tampering, and bypass. Under the amended order, Distribution Companies are now empowered to disconnect unauthorized connections without notice. The order prescribes reconnection conditions to ensure compliance. NERC explains […]
Infrastructure Development in Africa’s Energy Sector: Opportunities for Growth and Investment.
By Barth Ikiebe With Agency Reports Investments in Africa’s oil and gas infrastructure – encompassing pipelines, LNG facilities, refineries, storage and power generation – are pivotal for unlocking the continent’s energy potential. Africa’s energy sector presents significant opportunities for investment and growth through targeted infrastructure development. Despite the continent’s abundant […]
WE SUPPORT RIVERS WORKERS TO FEEL VALUED, PRODUCTIVE, SAYS GOV FUBARA
•Inaugurates Bayelsa Labour House. Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has explained that in the heat of political crisis staged against his administration in 2023, he committed to improving the welfare of Rivers workers in order to have a well-motivated workforce to achieve the goals of the Rivers First mantra. […]