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By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa Director General of Nigeria’s biggest grassroots football spectacle, the Bayelsa Governor’s Football Tournament, tagged, ‘Prosperity Cup’ Mr. Ono Akpe, has given thumbs up to the winners of Nembe constituency one Football championship. Mr. Akpe was at Nembe over the weekend to witness the final between Ward three and Ward nine that saw ward three emerging champion 4-2 penalties after a draw in regulation time at the Nembe City stadium, Nembe. He expressed satisfaction with the quality of football displayed by the two finalists, stating that what he witnessed at the final has further shown that Bayelsa…

The Alema of Warri, High Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, on Monday applauded the Senator Representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Chief Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for her large contributions to humanity “The Ohi Ógu of Ebiraland, Chief Natasha Hadiza Akpoti-Uduaghan, is a pillar and special gift to the family and Nigeria” the Alema of Warri said. In a statement Monday in Abigborodo, the Warri High Chief commended the Ohi Ógu of Ebiraland for rendering invaluable service to the North Central geo-political zone. “As a wife, mother and confident, you have been a friend, adviser and lover.” The successful and…

By Williams Okoro The Director General of the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA), Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke, has condemned comments made by the governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminilayi Fubara, during the launch of projects in Ahoada and Etche. Describing it as a display of political naivety, Engr Woke did not hold back his rebuke, reminding the governor of the allies who paved his way to power. “To publicly denigrate those who stood by you is not just shortsighted; it’s a betrayal,” Woke declared. “The Governor’s remarks reveal a troubling pattern of vindictiveness disguised as governance,” he said.…

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The commissioner for Sports Development, Bayelsa State, Hon Daniel Igali, has eulogised the importance of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) to the development of sports across the country. Daniel Igali made the assertion during the Bayelsa 2024 SWAN Week awards night to conclude the week-long events that featured Road-walk, football events, and indoor games such as scrabble, chess and table tennis. Daniel Igali who is also the president of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, noted that the achievements of athletes and administrators in various competitions can not be widely spread and accepted without the support…

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa Bayelsa State governor, Senator Douye Diri, has approved the installation of closed-circuit surveillance cameras to cover parts of Yenagoa in order to boost security and crime prevention in the state capital. The project, which entails the installation of 200 new cameras and the revamping of 50 others, is in furtherance of the administration’s Safe City Programme. Governor Diri disclosed this during a three-day Security Watch Africa Initiatives-organised conference which ended on Thursday night in Doha, Qatar. The Bayelsa governor’s address, who is on annual leave, was presented by the state’s Security Coordinator and Coordinator of the…

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, Dr. Alaye Tari Theophilus has advocated for True Federalism. Dr. Alaye made the demand during the 26th anniversary of the Kaiama Declaration while addressing the Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara at the Government House Port Harcourt. In his speech, the President of IYC noted that, it is wrong for the people of the Niger Delta who lays the golden egg to be given little from their God given resources through the 13% derivation formula, hence advocate for a True Federalism in order to address the anomalies…

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The acting governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo has reaffirmed government’s commitment to ensure the welfare and wellbeing of families of fallen heroes in recognition of their selfless contributions towards the security, peace and development of the state and nation. Senator Ewhrudjakpo stated this on Wednesday during the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration/Emblem Appeal Fund Launch at the Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Yenagoa. The acting governor in a statement by his Senior Special Assistant on Media, Mr Doubara Atasi, described the emblem appeal launch as a solemn occasion to honour the memories and…

By Aherhoke Okioma, Yenagoa There is a grand plan by staunch loyalists, associates and friends of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, to shut down Rivers State particularly, Port Harcourt, the capital city, in celebration of his birthday. The loyalists were said to have decided to use the occasion to make a strong statement on what they referred to as Wike’s indisputable political leadership of Rivers amidst the ongoing crisis in the state. It was gathered that new groups and movements would be on parade on Friday at different venues across the state…

The Director, Rivers State Multi-Door Courthouse (RSMDC), His Worship, Victor E. Nweke, has advised residents of the state to take advantage of the multi-door court to resolve their disputes and conflicts, pointing out that the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) option saves time and cost, and also enables amicable dispute resolution. Nweke, who spoke to our correspondent in an exclusive interview in his office in Port Harcourt, said ADR is highly advantageous as it helps to reduce the number of cases filed in courts, ensure speedy justice delivery through the use of ADR mechanisms, as well as reduce cost of disputes…

Marine engineers and naval architects across Nigeria gathered in Port Harcourt on Monday, December 9, under aegis of the Nigerian Institution of Marine Engineers and Naval Architects (NIMENA), to explore ways to achieve the $44 billion projected as maritime sector’s contribution to Nigeria’s gross domestic product (GDP). This is as Nigeria’s Blue Economy is expected to contribute as much as $44 billion every year to the nation’s economy, according to the marine engineers and industry experts. To unlock this potential, National chairman of the Nigerian Institution of Marine Engineers and Naval Architects (NIMENA), Dr. Daniel Tamunodukobipi, emphasized the need for…