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Wike Commissions 13 Transformers ….As Sekibo Empowers Communities

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9 years ago

April 24, 2017

As part of his empowerment scheme, the Senator representing Rivers East Senatorial District, Senator George Thompson Sekibo, has complemented the efforts of the Rivers State Government in rural electrification as he donated 13 brand new transformers and grinders to communities in his constituency.
Speaking at the presentation ceremony at Rumuodara, Port Harcourt, last Saturday, Sekibo said the gesture was to support the state government’s rural electrification programme, and also improve the welfare of his constituents.
Sekibo explained that the choice of beneficiaries was done in consultation with the state government, emphasising that the governor as the leader of the state knows where and what the people need.
“Based on His Excellency directives, I have come to present these transformers to communities that are in dire need of them,” he said.
The Senator disclosed that he had also provided some office tools such as computers and printers, among others, to the Student Union Governments in the tertiary institutions, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Youth Wing and the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in the state, to appreciate their peaceful disposition and vigilance in the state, especially during the past elections.
Commissioning the transformers, the Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, said the focus of his government was to ensure that the economy of the state gets a boost, adding that there was nearly uninterrupted power supply in the state as the state government has began talks with Independent Power Producers on how to power some major infrastructure in the state.
Represented by the Chief of Staff, Government House, Engr Emeka Woke, the governor stated that the state government places high premium on ensuring steady power supply in the state to ensure businesses thrive, adding that one of the ways to actualise this was through the noble acts of patriotic citizens like Sekibo, who has contributed immensely through his numerous donations and effective representation to the development of the state.
He stated that the electrification of Omuma Local Government Area would be ready for commissioning soon, adding that other communities have benefitted from the electrification of his administration which is geared to improve electricity supply in the rural communities, support micro economic activities for our teeming unemployed youth.
He urged the beneficiaries not to dump the transformers at their back yards, but channel any complaints to the senator or the state government to ensure that the transformers are put to proper use.
Responding, the Nyeweli of Choba, Eze Raymond Okocha, said the presentation was not a political party affair, but a Rivers State affair, adding that Rivers State would remain one united family.
He stated that by his activities, Sekibo was one in a million as not everybody sent on a mission comes back to say thank you or to even remember his people.
Another beneficiary, and Community Development Committee (CDC) Chairman of Eagle Island community, Nmerukini Stanley, thanked the senator for demonstrating the goodwill expected of him as the representative of the people.
The Tide Correspondent reports that the 13 transformers donated were distributed to this various communities as follows: (1) Port Harcourt City (i) Eagle Island Ward 18; (ii) Mgbuesilaru Oroabali Ward 3; (2) Etche (i) Constituency 1- Okehi; (ii) Constituency 2- Chokocho; (3) Obio/Akpor (i) Iriebe; (ii) Choba (4) Emohua (i) Egbeda; (ii) Oduoha Ogbakiri; (5) Ikwerre (i) Adanta – Isiokpo; (ii) Omuhombia – Omerelu; (6) Okrika LGA (i) ATC; (ii) Okochiri; (7) Omuma (i) Umuroke Village; (ii) Umuogba.

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HoS Hails Fubara Over Provision of Accommodation for Permanent Secretaries

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3 days 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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3 days 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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3 days ago

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.