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Rivers Celebrates Eminent Persons Morrow, In PH

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12 years ago

October 16, 2013

Counsel to sacked workers of non-consolidated Banks of Nigeria, Mr Emenike Azubuike (R), briefing newsmen after hearing of the case at National Industrial Court in Enugu recently.

Nigeria’s famed Garden City, Port Harcourt goes agog tomorrow, as the Government and People of Rivers State assemble to celebrate, success, in leadership, Industry the Law, Academics, Sports, Womanhood and indeed Politics among other endeavours.
The occasion is the formal presentation of the much expected book, ‘Eminent Persons of Rivers State’, a compendium of best and brightest of Nigeria’s oil industry capital; and seat of South-South Political Power.
The work, a best-seller by the Rivers State Newspaper Corporation, Publishers of The Tide Group of Newspapers, contains a comprehensive compilation of not only history makers, rare political achievers and leaders, it also profiles what can pass as the most comprehensive who is who, project ever in Rivers State.
A statement in Port Harcourt, yesterday, signed by the General Manager of the Corporation, Mr. Celestine Ogolo said the event which is billed to hold at the Ministry of Justice Auditorium in the morning, shall have the state Governor, and Chairman of Nigerian Governors Forum, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi as Special Guest of Honour while, the Chief of Staff, Government House, Port Harcourt Sir Tonye Okocha is to chair the occasion.
Rivers State Commissioner of Information and Communication, Mrs Ibim Semenitari is Chief Host, Chairman, Greater Port Harcourt Development Board, Mr. Tonye Cole is Guest of Honour, while the Book Reviewer is Prof Steve Okodudu of the University of Port Harcourt.
Chairperson of the Planning Committee and Director, Publication of the Rivers State Newspaper Corporation, Mr. Juliet Njiowhor, in an interview with reporters yesterday described as bewildering, public response to the ‘Eminent Persons of Rivers State project, even before the public presentation tomorrow.
As at the last count, she said 588 subscribers have placed orders for copies of the work and thanked the Rivers state government and other stakeholders for the support.
Mrs Njiowhor enjoined scholars of evolution of Rivers history and politics, Professional bodies, youth organizations, Civil Society groups, the mass media and indeed the general public to attend.
Highlight of tomorrow’s event is the official unveiling of the ‘Eminent Persons of Rivers State’ by Governor Amaechi.

Soye Wilson Jamabo

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HoS Hails Fubara Over Provision of Accommodation for Permanent Secretaries

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1 day ago

February 2, 2026

The Tide

The Head of Service (HoS) of Rivers State, Dr. Mrs. Inyingi S. I. Brown, has commended Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, for approving befitting accommodation for Permanent Secretaries in the state.

This commendation was contained in a press release made available to newsmen in Port Harcourt.

According to the Head of Service, Governor Fubara has continued to demonstrate uncommon commitment to the welfare of civil servants in Rivers State, stressing that such gestures underscore his people-oriented leadership style. She urged civil servants across the state to remain supportive of the governor’s administration in order to sustain good governance and effective public service delivery.

Speaking on behalf of the Body of Permanent Secretaries, Dr. Brown congratulated Governor Fubara on the occasion of his 51st birthday, describing him as “a Governor who leads by serving.”

She further praised the governor’s service-driven and people-centred leadership approach, noting that it has significantly contributed to institutional stability and improved efficiency within the state’s public service. Special appreciation was expressed for the approval of a befitting accommodation complex for Permanent Secretaries, which she said reflects the governor’s commitment to staff welfare and enhanced productivity.

As part of activities to mark the governor’s birthday, the Body of Permanent Secretaries announced the sponsorship of 329 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) forms for indigent students across the state.

A breakdown of the initiative shows that 319 forms will be distributed across the 319 political wards in Rivers State, while five forms are allocated to non-indigenes and five forms to persons living with disabilities.

Interested applicants are advised to contact the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, for further details.

The Body of Permanent Secretaries wished Governor Fubara continued good health, divine wisdom, and greater accomplishments in his service to the people of Rivers State.

By John Bibor

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Allegation of Disrespect to President Tinubu Unfounded — Rivers Government

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1 day ago

February 2, 2026

The Tide

The attention of the Rivers State Government has been drawn to a statement credited to an acclaimed Rivers State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), purportedly authored by one Bestman Innocent Amadi, alleging that the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, removed the official portrait of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, from the Government House, Port Harcourt.

For the avoidance of doubt, the Rivers State Government wishes to categorically state that there is no policy, directive, or intention on the part of the government or the Governor that disrespects the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria or undermines the authority of the Federal Government.

On the contrary, the Rivers State Government, under the leadership of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, currently enjoys a robust, cordial, and collaborative relationship with the Federal Government, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the Renewed Hope Agenda—a partnership that is already yielding positive and tangible benefits for the people of Rivers State.

Consequently, the insinuation that the Governor acted out of “ingratitude” or “disrespect” is misleading, irresponsible, inflammatory, and entirely unsupported by verifiable facts, and should therefore be disregarded by the public.

It is regrettable that a body expected to promote youth unity, peace, and responsible engagement would resort to incendiary language, personal attacks, and unsubstantiated claims capable of overheating the polity at a time when Rivers State requires calm, dialogue, and mature leadership.

The Rivers State Government therefore calls on well-meaning members of the public, particularly its esteemed and hardworking youths, to disregard and dissociate themselves from individuals or groups bent on advancing divisive rhetoric and falsehoods for political purposes.

Rivers State belongs to all of us. Political differences must never be allowed to override truth, civility, peace, and the collective pursuit of progress.

Members of the public are further urged to remain vigilant and avoid lending credence to inflammatory statements or the activities of fifth columnists pursuing dubious agendas aimed at sowing discord.

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Rivers Government Dismisses Allegations of Disrespect to President Tinubu

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February 2, 2026

The Tide

The Rivers State Government has dismissed as unfounded and misleading allegations that Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara removed the official portrait of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu from the Government House in Port Harcourt.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the state government reacted to claims credited to an acclaimed Rivers State chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), describing the allegation as false, irresponsible, and unsupported by any verifiable facts.

The government clarified that it has no policy, directive, or intention that disrespects the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria or undermines the authority of the Federal Government. It emphasized that Governor Fubara maintains a cordial, respectful, and collaborative relationship with President Tinubu and the Federal Government.

According to the statement, the relationship between Rivers State and the Federal Government has grown stronger under the Renewed Hope Agenda, with tangible benefits and positive impacts already being felt by residents of the state.

The Rivers State Government described insinuations that the governor acted out of “ingratitude” or “disrespect” as deliberately provocative, noting that such claims are capable of misleading the public and unnecessarily heating up the polity.

It further expressed concern that an organization expected to promote youth unity and peace would engage in what it termed incendiary language, personal attacks, and unsubstantiated accusations at a time when the state requires calm, dialogue, and responsible leadership.

The government called on well-meaning members of the public, especially the youths of Rivers State, to disregard the claims and dissociate themselves from individuals or groups spreading divisive rhetoric and falsehoods for political purposes.

Reaffirming its commitment to peace, unity, and progress, the state government stressed that political differences must never be allowed to override truth, civility, and the collective interest of the people.

Members of the public were also urged to remain vigilant and not give attention to inflammatory statements or individuals described as fifth columnists bent on causing division within the state.