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RSU Alumni Get New Leaders

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The Rivers State University Alumni Association has elected new leaders to pilot the affairs of the association at the national level for the next three years.
The newly elected officers are Prince Ayanate Kio (National President), Mr Nse Ubong (National Vice President), Hon. Emenike Godwill (National General Secretary), Ven. John Manson (National Assistant General Secretary),and Mrs. Kate Powei (National Financial Secretary).
Others are: Dr. Emenike Amadi (National Treasurer), Mr. Emenike Nelson (National Social/Welfare Secretary), Mr. Sese Tupere (National Organizing Secretary), Mr Krukrubo Morgan (National Public Relations Officer), Barr Ogbomah ThankGod (National Legal Adviser), Obabuike Nkpurukwe (National Auditor 1), Hua Daniel (National Auditor 2) and Lady Perekebina Kimia Berezi was elected representative to the council, while Amb Israel Egbunefu was elected as ex-officio
Inaugurating the National Executive Council last Saturday, during the National Convention held at the Amphitheatre of the Rivers State University, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Chairman of the National Convention Electoral Committee, Prof. Gladson Nwokah charged them to work as a team and uphold the Constitution of the Association.
Also speaking, the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Opuenebo Binya Owei, commended the Association for the number of projects done in the University, calling on the new leaders to reach out to other graduates of the University as to increase the numerical strength of the alumni association.
In his own speech, the Chairman of the occasion, Prof. Franklin Nlerum said the theme of the convention which is “Building Sustainable Alumni Membership” was carefully chosen to move the association to the next level.
Nlerum, who is the Provost of the Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology, stated that sustainability entailed that leaders should seek for the good of the present and future generations of the association.
He advised members to make themselves available for mentoring of students of the University, adding that their wealth of experience would help to keep the students on the right path in their academic journey.
In his address, the outgone National President, Amb Israel Egbunefu, listed some of the achievements of his tenure, which includes the design of a website, alumni award for best graduating student, full inauguration of the Lagos branch and Set 98/99 and improved working relationship with the management of the university.
In his acceptance speech, the National President, Prince Ayanate Kio, thanked the Prof. Nwokah – led Electoral Committee for conducting a free, fair and transparent election, calling on those who were not successful at the polls to join hands with the executive council to provide effective service to the association.
Prince Kio stated that he would fulfil his manifesto by ensuring that his promise to deliver 12 projects is achieved.
The national convention was well attended by alumni delegates from Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Imo, Abuja, Taraba and Lagos States.

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Uyo High Court Awards Damages To Masquerade Over Arrest

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December 8, 2025

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A High Court in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, has awarded damages to a masquerade who was arrested by the State Police Command for allegedly disturbing public peace during traditional worship rites.
The arrest followed an executive order reportedly issued by the State Governor, directing the Commissioner of Police to detain any masquerade seen performing during the Yuletide period.
Acting on this directive, a masquerade, identified as Mr. Effiong, a practitioner of traditional worship, was arrested and subsequently charged to court.
In a landmark ruling, the court sided with Mr. Effiong and his custodian, affirming that Ekpo, a recognised traditional religious practice in Akwa Ibom State, is protected under the law, and that its adherents are entitled to the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution.
The judge held that Mr. Effiong’s arrest and detention violated his rights to personal liberty and freedom of religion.
The court ordered his immediate and unconditional release and directed the Akwa Ibom State Government to pay damages for the infringement of his fundamental human rights and freedom of worship.
Human rights experts have hailed the judgment as a significant affirmation of Nigeria’s constitutional protection of traditional religious practices, emphasising the importance of respecting the country’s cultural and religious diversity.
By: Enoch Epelle
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MOSIEND Seeks Water Projects In Buguma From NDDC … Urges RSG To Revamp Fish Farm

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The Movement for the Survival of the Izon Ethnic Nationality in the Niger Delta (MOSIEND) has called on the Management  of Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to embark on water projects in Buguma city in Asari Toru Local Government Area (ASALGA), Rivers State
The Group also called on the Rivers State government to revamp the Buguma fish farm to create employment for the teeming youths.
On the water project in Buguma, MOSIEND said the population of Buguma has increased tremendously and that the residents need more water projects to enhance the daily livelihood of the people.
The Group also appealed to the Chairman of the LGA to assist in making the project a reality and also attract more developmental projects to the LGA.
MOSIEND’s Eastern Zonal Coordinator,  Half Hour, Comrade Tammy Bruce Longjohn, made the call on a radio programme in Rhythm 93.7fm, “Talk of the Town”.
LongJohn, who made the call alongside the Chairman of MOSIEND in Buguma, Mark Ojuka, and his counterpart in Obuama,  Hon. Sandra Owunari, also called on the Management of Nigeria Liquidifed Natural Gas (NLNG) to embark on a free medical outreach in all Kalabari communities to improve their health status.
He appealed to NLNG to award scholarship to indigens of Kalabari communities in tertiary institutions to better their education, noting that the company is doing same in Bonny, while abandoning Kalabari communities
“We need contracts, free medicals, scholarships and employment, including skill acquisition programmes for our teeming youths in Kalabari extractions”, LongJohn stated.
On Security, Mark Ojuka said security in Buguma is  at zero level with the help of the Amama soldiers, saying “the city is more peaceful and investor-friendly as the youths of the area have cordial relationship with the security agencies in the area.
“Security is very secured in Buguma clan”
On revamping the Buguma fish farm, he said, “The youths are asking for human capacity building in the area to reduce unemployment.
“The revamping of the Buguma fish farm will also reduce youth violence.”
By: Chinedu Wosu
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Make God Your Anchor To Fulfill Destiny, Cleric Charges Christians … As Jaja Marks 70th Birthday

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December 5, 2025

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The Lead Pastor at Jesus Appointed People’s Bible Church, Ozogbe, Ikwerrengwo-Etche, in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State, Pastor Promise Nwaelele, has urged Christians  to make God the anchor of their lives in whatever position they find themselves, in order to attain the destinies set for them by God.

Pastor Nwaelele, who gave the charge recently in a sermon he preached at the 70th birthday anniversary thanksgiving service of Sir Donald Michael Jaja, a veteran journalist in Rivers State, said this is because any genuine child of God is a permanent target for destabilization and destruction by the devil.

Taking his text from the Bible book of Mark 4:16-17, the preacher stated that fulfilment in life for a child of God required faith, obedience to God’s word, humility and grace to withstand trials and temptations.

According to him, temptations and afflictions are bound to happen in the lives of those who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.

“No wonder the Bible said that those that endure till the end shall be saved”, he said.

The Clergyman said God prospers believers who are humble, not proud and conceited, and leads them to destiny fulfilment.

“David said in Psalm 51:17, that the sacrifices acceptable to God are a broken spirit, not an impatient or proud spirit”, the preacher said.

He called on Christians not to allow persecutions and afflictions to sway them from the love and blessings of Jesus Christ.

On his part, Jaja, a seasoned Journalist who retired as an Acting Editor of the Rivers State Government-owned The Tide Newspaper, gave thanks to God for honouring him by giving him the grace of attaining 70 years.

“I cannot capture what the good Lord has done for me in my entire life in this fleeting moment of thanksgiving. But, I know that without Him, I wouldn’t have been who I am today, in all spheres. Therefore, my joy knows no bounds as I give thanks to my creator today, alongside my family. Praise be His holy name”, Jaja said.

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