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By Amos Odeh, Yenagoa Henceforth local government workers retiring from service in Bayelsa State are to be paid their full gratuities and pension benefits not later than a month after their retirement. The deputy governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, disclosed this on Wednesday, at an enlarged meeting with council chairmen, Auditor General for Local Government, officials from the local government pensions board, and other top government functionaries at Government House, Yenagoa. A statement issued by the Senior Special Assistant on Media, Mr Doubara Atasi, quoted the deputy governor as saying that the decision was not only part of ongoing reforms…

Elder statesman, Chief Christopher Okonkwo has described the proclamation of State of Emergency by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu on Rivers State as uncalled for, arguing that there was no breakdown of law and order in the state that would warrant such measure. Okonkwo said that the country is dying as a result of bad leadership, adding that “virtually all our political leaders are bunch of disappointment who are only interested in their own personal gain. “Regrettably, our President seems to be the worst culprit, having travelled to France for medical check and it is obvious that a lot of…

By Amos Odeh, Yenagoa The governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has advised the management of Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited that having acquired the assets of Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), it should operate differently from the former owners of the oil firm. The Bayelsa governor also urged the company to incorporate the interests of host state governments in its operations in order to reduce conflicts in host communities. Senator Diri stated this on Wednesday when he received the management of Renaissance Africa Energy, including its chairman, Dr. Layi Fatona, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer,…

Sports enthusiast in Rivers State, Chief Christopher Okonkwo, has praised the CEO and Managing Director of Keves Global Leasing Ltd, Chief Sir Ikenna Okafor, the sole sponsor of the annual Keves Swimming Classic in the state. Making the commendation in an interview, Okonkwo noted that Chief Ikenna Okafor’s commitment to sports promotion in Rivers State is second to none, adding that Ikenna had shown much passion in sponsoring sporting events ranging from swimming, tennis, football, golf as well as helping athletes to seek greener pastures even outside the state. “Chief Ikenna Okafor has made a remarkable mark in sponsoring the…

Friday April 11, 2025 marked a joyous dawn in the life of Chief Sir Jimmy Nath Coke, as family members dignitaries, friends and well-wishers from various walks of life came out in their numbers at Wesley Methodist Church at No. 1 Harbour Road Port Harcourt to celebrate him on the auspicious occasion of his 75th birthday. Beaming with smiles while responding to questions from our reporter after the service, within the church premises, Coker first thanked God and also praised Him for providing and sustaining him all these number of years on earth, particularly all the challenges he encountered…

A non-governmental organization, with a focus on skills development in the Niger Delta, has added a new set of skills acquisition trainees to its over 4220 persons (boys, girls and women) trained over the years. The organization, M&G Etomi Foundation, in collaboration with Wakirike Development Coalition, embarks on a one-year intensive training for interested persons and ensures proper certification of its graduates on completion of stipulated course outlines. Founded by twin brothers, Dr. Mike Etomi and Barr. George Etomi, the Foundation sets out to help provide skill sets that are relevant to the local economy and the oil/gas industry…

By Ehichioya Ezomon As part of the 2025 Easter Celebrations of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ this weekend, all roads lead to Idumabi Community in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area of Edo Central of Edo State, Nigeria, for the annual Easter Convention on the platform of Idumabi Development Association (IDA) Worldwide. IDA is the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registered Trustee for the community. With the expected attendance of Idumabi sons and daughters from within and outside Nigeria, the convention, which holds every Easter season, is a period for socialising and get-together, to take stock and discuss…

By Tunde Uchegbuo Today, April 15, 2025, we celebrate the birthday of a remarkable individual who has dedicated his life to spreading joy and making a positive impact in the lives of others. From supporting vital causes and empowering marginalized communities in the mangroves of Olugbobiri to the entire Bayelsa State and beyond, his philanthropy is visible. Born on April 15, 1979, in Olodiama in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, Great Joshua Maciver, the Group President and Chief Executive Officer of Iniebi Group Limited and the 2023 deputy governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress…

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“Let every Nigerian — regardless of gender — feel safe, valued, and empowered to serve. Let us work together, not against each other, to preserve the dignity of our democracy.” By Obiaruko Christie Ndukwe Recent international coverage surrounding Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s claims against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has cast Nigeria in a negative light — portraying our political space as hostile, regressive, and oppressive towards women. While every democratic society must acknowledge and address concerns of injustice or impropriety, it is equally essential that we avoid generalizations and narratives that risk unfairly maligning the nation, its institutions, and…