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Rivers Governor Fubara Responds Amid Impeachment Threat at RCCG Holy Ghost Rally

January 25, 2026 Okolosi Gloria

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to divine guidance, stating that his government draws strength and direction from the belief that God is capable of overseeing…

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FG Backtracks, Says FAAC Allocation To Rivers State Continues, Gives Reasons

November 23, 2024 Taiwo Oyedepo

Nigerian Government Retracts Statement on Rivers State Allocation Amid Court Dispute. The Nigerian government has reversed its earlier statement, clarifying that the allocation of funds to Rivers State has not…

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Court of Appeal Panel Reserves Judgment in PDP, INEC Disputes Amid Rivers Crisis

November 15, 2024 Chiamaka Chinonso

The Special Court of Appeal Panel overseeing political disputes in Rivers State has reserved its judgment on two key appeals challenging rulings made by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal…

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Patience Jonathan Intervenes in Rivers Crisis, Sends Message to Wike and Fubara

June 28, 2024 Omajemite Don

The wife of former Nigerian President, Patience Jonathan, has intervened in the present political crisis in Rivers State.   In a video published by AIT and seen by our reporter…

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APC Tells Tinubu to Immediately Declare State of Emergency In Rivers Amid Rising Violence

June 19, 2024 Omajemite Don

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has appealed to President Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency to prevent further killings and unrest in the region. This…

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Rivers Assembly Snubs Wike loyalists, invites new CTC chairmen for screening

June 19, 2024 Omajemite Don

Rivers State House of Assembly to Screen Caretaker Committee Nominees for 23 LGAs The Rt. Hon. Victor Oko Jumbo-led Rivers State House of Assembly has issued invitations for the screening…

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One Dead, Several Others Injured in Port Harcourt as Police Shoot at Youths Protecting Secretariat (Video)

June 18, 2024 News Agency Of Nigeria

One Dead, Several Injured in Port Harcourt Local Government Secretariat Clash. One person has been reported dead and several others injured following a violent clash at the Port Harcourt Local…

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Rivers Crisis Takes New Dimension as Ajulo Drags Fubara, 27 Lawmakers to Court

January 17, 2024 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

Legal Battle Unfolds as Ajulo Seeks to Halt Governor Fubara’s 2024 Budget Representation.   In a legal maneuver that adds a layer of complexity to the political landscape of Rivers…

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Breaking: Rivers Lawmakers Loyal To Wike Withdraw Impeachment Against Fubara

December 20, 2023 Taiwo Oyedepo

Rivers State Assembly Rescinds Impeachment Against Governor Fubara in Historic Session In a groundbreaking session held in Port Harcourt, members of the Rivers State House of Assembly officially withdrew the…

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Court bars INEC from conducting election to replace 27 defected lawmakers

December 18, 2023 Omajemite Don

Federal High Court Halts INEC’s Move to Replace 27 Defected Lawmakers in Rivers State The Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a restraining order against the Independent National Electoral…

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Rivers Speaker Ehie Edison Notifies INEC of 25 Vacancies, Calls for Bye-Election

December 17, 2023 Dr Ogheneyoma Grace

Speaker Ehie Ogerenye Edison Notifies INEC of 25 Vacancies, Calls for Bye-Election In a significant development, Hon. Ehie Ogerenye Edison, the Speaker aligned with Governor Sim Fubara, has officially informed…

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Wike vs Fubara: 3 Crucial Reasons Rivers Governor Could Still Be Removed

December 15, 2023 Omajemite Don

Wike vs Fubara: Three Crucial Reasons the Rivers Governor Faces Removal Threat   The political turmoil in Rivers State has taken a critical turn, with Governor Siminalayi Fubara facing potential…

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Breaking: Five Wike-Appointed Commissioners Resign from Fubara’s Cabinet

December 14, 2023 Omajemite Don

Rivers State is facing heightened political turmoil as four commissioners have resigned from Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s cabinet within a span of 24 hours. The latest departures include the Commissioner for…

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Breaking: 26 Rivers Lawmakers, Whose Seats Declared Vacant, Hold Plenary to impeach Governor Fubara

December 14, 2023 Taiwo Oyedepo

Defiant Move – 26 Rivers Lawmakers Hold Plenary Amidst Vacant Seat Declaration.  In a bold and unexpected move, twenty-six members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, whose seats were…

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Rivers Attorney-General Resigns Amidst Wike/Fubara’s Ongoing Saga

December 14, 2023 Omajemite Don

In a significant development, Professor Zacchaeus Adangor has tendered his resignation from the positions of Rivers state’s Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice. The resignation, dated December 14, 2023, was…

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FG Speaks on Involvement in Wike and Fubara’s Rift

December 14, 2023 Okolosi Gloria

Federal Government Distances Itself from Rivers State Political Crisis The Tinubu-led Federal Government has officially disassociated itself from the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, involving Governor Similaye Fubara and…

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I won’t surrender my mandate to intimidation – Fubara

December 8, 2023 Okolosi Gloria

Governor Fubara Vows Unwavering Commitment Amid Political Tension in Rivers State Amidst growing political tension and reported discord within Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara reaffirmed his dedication to serving the…

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Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State Urges Peace for Progress Amidst Political Tensions

December 1, 2023 Okolosi Gloria

Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has made a fervent appeal to the residents of the state, urging them to maintain peace during what he described as a challenging period…

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Wike to Fubara: I’ll cause you sleepless nights and nothing will happen

November 11, 2023 Okolosi Gloria

Former Rivers State Governor Issues Warning to Successor Amidst Political Strife In a tense confrontation during a book presentation at Rivers State University on Friday, the former Rivers State governor…

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Ignorant People Accusing Me Of Demanding 25% – Wike

November 3, 2023 Okolosi Gloria

Minister Nyesom Wike Denies Demanding 25% from Rivers Government, Urges Unity Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has refuted allegations claiming that he demanded 25% from the…

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