South South

Jun
06
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Defection Drama: Gov Eno Declares ‘It’s Time To Move’; Akwa Ibomites Shout ‘No!’

Defection Drama: Gov Eno Declares ‘It’s Time To Move’; Akwa Ibomites Shout ‘No!’

News Flash, Politics, South South
Defection Drama: Gov Eno Declares ‘It’s Time To Move’; Akwa Ibomites Shout ‘No!’ In a dramatic turn of events during a town hall meeting in Ikot Abasi, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State announced his intention to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC)—but was met with resounding opposition from the crowd. Speaking at the Town Square Meeting with the Ikot Abasi Federal Constituency on Wednesday, the governor said he had conducted extensive consultations and was convinced that “it is time to move” in order to align the state with the ruling party…
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May
31
2025
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Akwa Ibom Governor’s Daughter Accuses Dad Of Sacrificing Late First Lady; Alleges Threat To Life

Akwa Ibom Governor’s Daughter Accuses Dad Of Sacrificing Late First Lady; Alleges Threat To Life

Crime, Gossips, News Flash, Security, South South
Akwa Ibom Governor’s Daughter Accuses Dad Of Sacrificing Late First Lady; Alleges Threat To Life Jane Edidiong Ufot, the daughter of Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno, has posted a video on social media accusing him of sacrificing his deceased wife (her mother). Patience Oluwakemi Umo Eno died in September 2024 over an undisclosed illness. Mrs Ufot, appointed as a senior special adviser to the governor on health, safety and environment, blasted her father, insisting that she would not be sacrificed the way her mother was, alleging a sinister threat to her life and that of her little daughter. “I’m not…
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May
12
2025
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Fubara Visited Me With Two APC Governors For Peace – Wike

Fubara Visited Me With Two APC Governors For Peace – Wike

News Flash, Politics, South South
Fubara Visited Me With Two APC Governors For Peace — Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has confirmed that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, recently visited him with two All Progressives Congress (APC) governors to seek peace. Wike made the statement while speaking to journalists on Monday. “Fubara came to me with two Governors and one elder statesman. Just that they are both APC Governors. He said he wants peace,” Wike said. The meeting reportedly took place at Wike’s residence. According to reports, Fubara was accompanied by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, Ebonyi State Governor Francis…
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May
02
2025
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Governor Diri Dismisses 27 Aides For Attending Pro-Tinubu, Wike Rally

Governor Diri Dismisses 27 Aides For Attending Pro-Tinubu, Wike Rally

News Flash, Politics, South South
Governor Diri Dismisses 27 Aides For Attending Pro-Tinubu, Wike Rally No fewer than 27 political aides of Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State have been dismissed following their participation in the inauguration of the Bayelsa State chapter of a grassroots-based political movement, The NEW Associates. The affected aides were reportedly dismissed after attending the inauguration of the Bayelsa chapter of The NEW Associates and participating in a mega rally held in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike. In a letter titled “TERMINATION OF APPOINTMENT” dated 23rd April 2025, signed by Mr. Irorodamie Komonibo, Deputy Chief…
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Apr
18
2025
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Gunmen Kill Man, Abduct Pregnant Wife, Sister In-law In Edo

Gunmen Kill Man, Abduct Pregnant Wife, Sister In-law In Edo

Crime, News Flash, Security, South South
Gunmen Kill Man, Abduct Pregnant Wife, Sister In-law In Edo A middle aged man identified as Pius Friday, has been reportedly shot dead by gunmen suspected to be kidnappers in Edo State. The gunmen also abducted the victim’s pregnant wife and her sister. The incident occurred on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Uloke community, Uzairue, Etsako West local government of the State. The victim was said to be sleeping at about 1 am when the gunmen invaded his house, killed the deceased before kidnaping his family members and whisked them into the bush. A source disclosed that the kidnappers left…
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Apr
16
2025
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Dissolution Of Local Organising Committee – LOC Of Great IGBO Achievers Legacy Day Worldwide

Dissolution Of Local Organising Committee – LOC Of Great IGBO Achievers Legacy Day Worldwide

Arts And Culture, News Flash, People & Events, South East, South South
Dissolution of Local Organising Communitee -LOC of Great Igbo Achievers Legacy Day Celebration We wish to notify the general public that following the postponement of the 2024/2025 Great Igbo Achievers’ Legacy Day Celebration, the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the celebration under the Chairmanship of Ambassador Dr. Odumah has been officially dissolved. It takes effect from today Wednesday April 16, 2025. We shall without hesitation notify you in detail as soon as new Committee for the celebration is inaugurated. Signed:His Lordship ,Justice Alpha IkpeamaDirector General UNIEC Worldwide
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Apr
15
2025
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House Of Reps Speaker Inaugurates 21 – Man Committee To Oversee Rivers Assembly

House Of Reps Speaker Inaugurates 21 – Man Committee To Oversee Rivers Assembly

National Assembly, News Flash, Politics, South South
Reps Speaker inaugurates 21-man Committee to oversee Rivers Assembly The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, is currently inaugurating an ad-hoc committee to legislate in place of the suspended Rivers State House of Assembly. The event held at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja was being attended by members designates drawed from the six geo-political zones. Addressing the 21-man committee, Speaker Abbas reminded the panel that its mandate is non-partisan, a call to legislate to ensure good governance, peace, and prosperity of the oil-rich state. He said, “Your task is to oversee Rivers State following Mr President’s emergency proclamation.You…
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Apr
15
2025
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NBA: N300m Collected From Rivers ‘Unconditional Gift’

NBA: N300m Collected From Rivers ‘Unconditional Gift’

Judiciary, News Flash, Politics, South South
NBA: N300m Collected from Rivers ‘Unconditional Gift’ The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) yesterday admitted collecting N300 million from the Rivers State Government while planning its 2025 Annual General Conference (AGC) initially billed for Port Harcourt. This followed the demand by Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas that the money, approved by suspended Governor Siminialayi Fubara, be refunded. However, the NBA said the cash was “an unconditional gift”, not payment to facilitate the conference. The government in a statement by Hector Igbikiowubo, the media aide to Vice Admiral Ibas faulted the reasons given by the NBA for the relocation of its…
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Apr
13
2025
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Birthday: Tompolo Excels As An Outstanding Nationalist, Patriot – Asonja

Birthday: Tompolo Excels As An Outstanding Nationalist, Patriot – Asonja

Birthday, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Personality, South South
Birthday: Tompolo Excels as an Outstanding Nationalist, Patriot —Asonja High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo (Tompolo) and Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nig. Ltd. (TSS) has been applauded for his roles in nation building as he celebrates his birthday anniversary. Tompolo, in a statement signed and released by Ondo State Coordinator for TSS, Felix Idowu Asonja, was described as an outstanding Nigerian, Nationalist and patriot who dedicates his time, energies and resources to ensuring that there is sustained peace in the Niger Delta region of the country and contributes significantly to the economic prosperity of Nigeria. “As a community leader, you…
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Apr
10
2025
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Names Of 23 Newly Appointed Rivers LGA Administrators, 7 RSIEC Executives

Names Of 23 Newly Appointed Rivers LGA Administrators, 7 RSIEC Executives

News Flash, Politics, South South
Names Of 23 Newly Appointed Rivers LG Administrators, 7 RSIEC Executives The Administrator of Rivers State, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, has appointed Administrators for the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the state. According to the statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibibia Worika, the appointments are to take effect from Monday, April 7, 2025. The administrators for the 23 Local Government Areas of Rivers State include: Mr Okroiyobi Animiete – Abua/Odual LGA Mr Goodluck M. Ihenacho – Ahoada East LGA Mr Promise Jacob – Ahoada West LGA Dr Tamunotonye Peters – Akuku Toru LGA Surveyor…
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