Politics
Deputy Speaker Receives Vote Of Confidence
The Deputy Speaker, Rivers State House of Assembly, Hon. Dumnamene Deekor, has received a vote of confidence by Beeri community, his immediate constituents for his developmental projects in the area.
Speaking during a courtesy visit on the deputy Speaker, Hon. Dumnamene Deekor, the Chairman, Beeri community Council of Chiefs, Chief Jeremiah Needam who led other chiefs and community Development Committee leaders to the visit, said they were in his office to thank him for the numerous projects in the area.
Chief Needam opined that the massive projects going on simultaneously in the seven autonomous communities within the area was as a result of the deputy Speakers effort in ensuring that the Beeri Community is transformed.
He commended him for his effective and dynamic leadership style in the area and urged him to continue in his good work in ensuring that beeri community is ranked among the develop cities in the area.
In their own contributions, Mr. Emmanuel Doole and Mr. Lucky Nwibor described the deputy Speaker, RVHA, Hon. Dumnamene Deekor as a peaceful and detrablised son of Ogoni land whose leadership humane has brought development to the people of Beeri community and Ogoni people at large.
The duo while thanking him for his numerous efforts in the area urged him not to be deterred by the distractions of cheap made Politician in the area.
Responding, the deputy Speaker, Rivers State house of Assembly, Hon. Dumnamene Deekor thanked the Beeri Community for the honour done, adding that it was the first time his immediate constituents were visiting him since his elevation as the deputy Speaker.
Hon. Dumnamene called on the people of the area to join hands with the state government in other to make the area a better place while describing peace as the window of societal development.
The number two state lawmaker lauded the state governor, Rt. Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi for the numerous state project in the area and assured him of the total support of the people to his administration at all time.
The lawmaker beckoned on the people to set out a day for the celebration of the Beeri Community adding that such forum would give sons and daughters of the community who are placed in position of trust to give account of their stewardship to the people.
Akujobi Amadi/ Cookey-Gam Catherine
Politics
Alleged Coup: Protests Rock N’Assembly As Detained Officers’ Children, Wives Demand Justice
Scores of children and wives of military officers detained over an alleged coup plot yesterday staged a peaceful protest at the National Assembly, demanding a speedy trial and the release of the accused officials.
The protesters who gathered at the entrance of the National Assembly complex, moved in a slow procession while clutching placards with inscriptions such as “Don’t Kill Our Daddies,” “Detention Without Trial is Injustice,” and “Six Months of Torture: Enough Is Enough.”
Amid tears and trembling voices, the children appealed for justice and access to their detained fathers, many of whom they said they had not seen for months.
The appeal was made during a press briefing in Abuja attended by no fewer than 20 wives and several children of the detained officers, including a two-month-old baby.
The families were accompanied by human rights lawyer, Deji Adeyanju and activist Omoyele Sowore.
At the briefing, the families lamented that the officers had been held for over 160 days without trial or contact with their relatives, describing the situation as a violation of their fundamental rights.
Speaking on behalf of the families, Memuna Bashiru said the prolonged detention had thrown their households into uncertainty and emotional distress, noting that while allegations had been widely publicised, families remained in the dark about the fate of their loved ones.
The arrest of the indicted officers was first announced on October 4, 2025, by the then Director of Defense Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, who disclosed that 16 officers were taken into custody for alleged breaches of military regulations and acts of indiscipline.
However, an interim investigation later suggested the existence of a clandestine network of officers, allegedly coordinated by a senior Army officer, which had begun preliminary planning for a coup.
According to the report, the alleged plot involved surveillance of key national assets, including the Presidential Villa, Armed Forces Complex, Niger Barracks in Abuja, and major international airports, with October 25, 2025, cited as the planned date for the operation.
Those reportedly in custody include Brig Gen M. A. Sadiq, Col M. A. Maaji, Lt Col S. Bappah, Lt Col A. A. Hayatu, Lt Col P. Dangnap, Lt Col M. Almakura, Maj A. J. Ibrahim, Maj M. M. Jiddah, Maj M. A. Usman, Maj D. Yusuf, Capt I. Bello, Capt A. A. Yusuf, Lt S. S. Felix, Lt Cdr D. B. Abdullahi, Sqn Ldr S. B. Adamu and Maj I. Dauda.
The alleged plot, according to findings, targeted senior government officials, including President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima.
In a statement issued yesterday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mr Felix Morka, said the exercise would take place in all wards and designated centres nationwide.
He called on existing members to update their records, while encouraging new entrants to join the party through the digital platform.
“As the electronic membership registration exercise resumes in all wards and designated locations nationwide, we urge existing members to validate their membership while new members are encouraged to register and join the progressive family,” Mr Morka said.
According to him, eligibility for registration is limited to individuals aged 18 and above who possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
The party said the initiative is part of efforts to modernise its operations by transitioning to a digital database that would enhance record accuracy and accessibility.
Mr Morka noted that the e-registration would “digitise the party’s membership register, ensure the integrity of records, and enhance efficient access to membership data for planning and management decisions.”
He added that the move is also aimed at promoting internal democracy within the party and strengthening its commitment to democratic innovation.
The APC had previously introduced electronic registration as part of broader reforms to streamline its membership system and improve organisational efficiency.