Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has openly accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of violating Nigeria’s constitution over his handling of the political crisis in Rivers State. Amaechi expressed strong concern about what he described as the unconstitutional removal of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the subsequent declaration of a state of emergency, actions he believes […]
Former Rivers State Governor and ex-Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has openly expressed heartfelt gratitude to one of the most influential political figures in his life—Dr. Peter Odili. In a candid conversation with Daily Sun, Amaechi was asked to name someone outside his immediate family who played a pivotal role in shaping his life […]
Tensions continue to rise in Rivers State as suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara has publicly criticized the Nigeria Police Force for what he describes as a “double standard” in handling peaceful protests. His comments follow the forceful disruption of a pro-Fubara rally in Ahoada East, where police reportedly used teargas on elderly women and peaceful demonstrators. […]
Political tensions escalate as LP’s Eradiri speaks out Udengs Eradiri, former Labour Party gubernatorial candidate in Bayelsa State’s 2023 elections, has urged Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State to seek reconciliation with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, in order to resolve the intensifying political unrest in the state. Eradiri, who spoke […]
Prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart, Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has raised serious allegations about an orchestrated effort to discredit suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, in what he calls a deliberate attempt to block the Governor’s reinstatement to the Brick House. According to Eze, credible evidence points to a coordinated plot involving falsehoods aimed at […]
Political Rift Deepens Over Allegations Against Governor Fubara The ongoing political turmoil in Rivers State has taken a new turn as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) express conflicting opinions on the accusations against the embattled Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The controversy escalated when Dr. George Nwaeke, former Head of Service […]
Chijoke Ihunwo, the former Chairman of Obio-Akpor Local Government Area in Rivers State, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s decision to impose a state of emergency in the region. Ihunwo argued that the declaration was unjustified, emphasizing that Governor Sim Fubara is a man of peace and has no affiliation with militant groups. No Justification […]
Tinubu’s Emergency Declaration in Rivers State: FG Clears Wike of Involvement The Federal Government has justified President Bola Tinubu’s decision to impose a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing the need to prevent a total breakdown of governance. The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, emphasized that the […]
APC Supports Emergency Rule in Rivers State, Faults Governor Fubara The All Progressives Congress (APC) has thrown its full support behind President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The ruling party claims that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s actions directly led to the extreme decision, which was necessary to restore governance and […]
Niger Delta Leaders Advocate Political Settlement in Rivers State Crisis The recent meeting of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, was both revealing and strategic. The primary focus was the escalating political crisis in Rivers State, which dominated discussions between President Bola Tinubu and key South-South leaders. While the Supreme […]
PORT HARCOURT — The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Chief Nyesom Wike, has made it clear that he will not obstruct the Rivers State House of Assembly, under the leadership of Speaker Martin Amaewhule, from fulfilling its constitutional responsibilities. Speaking at a civic reception held in his honor at Abalama Town in the […]
The escalating political crisis in Rivers State has taken a new turn, with Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Chief Nyesom Wike, downplaying concerns over threats from Ijaw-linked militant groups. These groups have reportedly warned of dire consequences, including attacking crude oil pipelines, should the 27-member Rivers State House of Assembly, aligned with Wike, move forward […]
ABUJA – Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has advised Imo Ugochinyere, a House of Representatives member representing Ideato North and South Federal Constituency in Imo State, to seek another political benefactor, suggesting that his financial pipeline from […]