Niger Delta

Opobo/Nkoro Councillors Drum Support For Amaechi, Dakuku

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15 years ago

December 31, 2010

Barely a month after endorsing Dakuku Adol Peterside for Andoni/Opobo-Nkoro House of Representative slot come 2011, councillors of Opobo/Nkoro Legislative Assembly led by Hon. Atedo Sam Sam Jaja have moved to concretise their support for Hon. Peterside and Rivers State Governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi.

On Christmas eve, the councillors unveiled three gigantic billboards in support of the second term ambition of Rt. Hon. Amaechi as the governor of Rivers State and the bid for Hon. Dakuku Peterside to become the next member of the House of Representative for Andoni/Opobo-Nkoro Federal Constituency in 2011.

The three billboards located at Kono Waterside, Opobo and Nkoro were unveiled and handed over to The Real Choice for Change Campaign Organisation led by its Coordinator-General, Hon. Sampson Egop.

At the short but impressive unveiling and handover ceremony at Nkoro, Hon. Atedo Jaja stated that having seen the monumental achievements of governor Amaechi and the sterling leadership style of Hon. Peterside, it was only timely, expedient and reciprocal to offer the duo the unalloyed support of members of the Opobo/Nkoro Legislative Assembly.

“The aspiration by our governor to go for a second term and that of Hon. Dakuku Peterside to run for the House of Representatives are not occasioned by any pecuniary cravings but borne out of a very genuine desire to render self-less and qualitative service to the people of Rivers State,” Jaja declared.

In his speech while receiving the billboard at Nkoro on behalf of Governor Amaechi and Hon. Dakuku Peterside, the Coordinator-General of the latter’s Campaign Organisation, Hon. Sampson Egop stated that the donation by the representatives of the people at the grassroots level in Opobo/Nkoro Local Government was an indication that the aspirants were the choice of the people of the LGA.

“By this donation of very beautiful billboards with clear message of support for Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi and Hon. Dakuku Peterside shows that the generality of the people of Opobo/Nkoro LGA are standing with these illustrious sons of the land as we go into the 2011 general elections,” Egop declared.

Earlier, the campaign team had paid a courtesy call on the Regent of Nkoro clan, Chief Michael Okunta who said that the people of Nkoro would always support the aspirations of Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi and Hon. Dakuku Peterside.

Niger Delta

Otu Recommits To Support For Navy

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5 days ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has said his administration will continue to collaborate with the navy for effective protection of the waterways.

Otu stated this when the Commandant, Nigeria Navy Ship (NNS) Victory, Commodore Shuaib Ahmed, visited him in Calabar.

The Governor described the visit as critical to consolidating the partnership between Cross River State and the navy.

“Peace and stability remain non-negotiable prerequisites for the progress of the state.

“So, this visit reaffirms our shared resolve to keep the state safe and secured through sustained collaboration,” he said.

Otu stated that security remained the foundation for meaningful development in every society.

“No society prospers in the midst of insecurity. As a state, our development vision depends on peace, order and collective vigilance,” he said.

The Governor commended the Navy for the level of professionalism being exuded by its personnel in the discharge of their duties.

He said the Navy’s efforts had hugely boosted investor confidence and strengthened the state’s economic environment.

The Governor assured the Navy of the state government’s continued support towards enhanced operation.

Earlier, Ahmed explained that the visit followed the military tradition of familiarizing with authorities upon assumption of duties.

He stated that it was crucial to align naval operations with the strategic priorities of the state government.

The naval chief thanked the state government for its support to the force, saying, “your support has helped us immensely in achieving targets”

The Commandant further said there was need to strengthen infrastructure and communication systems in order to address evolving security challenges.

“Operationalising key naval facilities will improve our capacity to tackle maritime crimes.

“The Navy is committed to supporting the state in ensuring the safety and security of the waterways.

“We shall continue to promote peace while enabling the residents to carry out their lawful activities without fear,” he said.

Niger Delta

Community Praises Diri, Ogbuku On Projects Execution … Prioritises Security, Dev

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5 days ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

The Agbura Community of Yenagoa Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, has again lauded the State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, and the Managing-Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, over infrastructure projects executed in the community.

Speaking with newsmen midweek in Yenagoa, its Chairman, Community Development Committee, Mr. Tribunal Egba, hailed the Governor for the successful completion of the abandoned Oxbow lake-Agbura Road project and others within the Community.

He also eulogized the NDDC MD for the construction of new lodge in the community for serving Corps members as well as plans to execute other projects.

Mr. Egba added that the completion of the Oxbow Lake-Agbura Road has given the community facelift, while also pleading with the government and the interventionist agency to award shore protection contract in the community to save it from the perennial floodings experienced in the fast urbanizing town.

Similarly, the community’s leadership has given assurances that it will continue to give priority to development and security of lives and property.

The CDC helmsman promised to strengthen the existing community vigilante group, while also stressing that the age-long synergy between the community and security agencies would be improved upon to get rid of crime and criminalities in the area.

“As a community, we’re so thankful to Governor Diri for constructing the abandoned Oxbow Lake-Agbura Road project. We’re also glad with the level of infrastructural development ongoing in other parts of the state, courtesy of the Diri-led administration.

“We also like to laud the MD/CEO, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku for the construction of a befitting Corpers lodge for Corps members serving in this community.

“Our priority as a community now is to protect these infrastructure projects. We’ll continue to work in synergy with all security agencies to make sure there’s peace and development”, the CDC leadership said.

By: Ariwera Ibibo-Howells, Yenagoa

Niger Delta

Delta Shocked Over Death Of Chief Protocol Officer

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5 days ago

March 23, 2026

The Tide

Delta State Government has expressed deep sadness over the sudden death of Mr. Sunny Kotor, Senior Special Assistant on Protocol to the State Government.

Kotor, a renowned Master of Ceremony at state functions, reportedly slumped and passed away last Friday.

In a statement signed by the Delta State Commissioner for Special Duties, Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, in Warri on Saturday, his passing was described as “a profound loss; not only to his family, but to the Government and people of Delta State who benefited immensely from his professionalism, composure, and unmistakable presence at official engagements.

“He brought dignity, structure, and excellence to every function he handled, leaving behind a standard that will be difficult to forget,” the statement added.

The Commissioner noted that “every passing is indeed a sobering reminder of how fragile and fleeting life can be,” extending heartfelt condolences to Kotor’s family, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of working with him.

The statement prayed that God would grant them the strength to bear the irreparable loss.