Politics
Rep Candidate Promises To Tackle Insecurity In Constituency
Barely few weeks to the 2019 National Assembly elections in the country, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for the Ikwerre /Emohua Federal Constituency, Barrister Boniface Emerengwa, has pledged to partner with the security agents to tackle insecurity in Ikwerre clans.
Emerengwa, a one -time Chairman of Ikwerre local government Area (KELGA) also said he would ensure that peace reigned in all the communities in Ikwerre clans, if voted into power
The PDP candidate spoke with The Tide on Monday at Omagwa, shortly before the flag off of the PDP KELGA rally held in the honour of Governor Nyesom Wike and the chieftains of the party in the locality ahead of the general elections.
Emerengwa said he would also ensure the building of police stations in communities in Emohua and Ikwerre to curb insecurity and attract investors to the area
He personally said more police stations would be built in Ipo, Ubima, Rumuodogo and Rumuewhor communities to end cuilt-related activities and social vices in the areas.
Emerengwa, who won the election to the Federal House of Representatives in 2015 to represent Ikwerre and Emohua constituency under the umbrella of PDP, but was later removed by the court, said, he would also attract even development to the areas, if voted into power.
He said that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in both Ikwerre and Emohua LGAs is dead and buried as he boasted that PDP would win the polls.
Emerengware called that while in the House of Representatives, he masterminded the construction of the Airport, Omagwa road and the popular Aba road through his motions in the floor of the house for attention.
“We need more police stations in the Ikwerre and Emohua rural communities to curb crimes and criminalities and make the place more habitable for investors and the public”, he said.
The Ikweere and Emohua House of Representatives hopeful also hinted that, if elected into office, he would fight for more federal government presence in his constituency by ensuring that more primary healthcare services were provided in Ibaa, Ndele and Rumuji to cater for the health needs of the rural populace.
While admonishing the electorate in his constituency to collect their Permanent Voters Card ahead of the poll, Emerengwa urged the Ikwerre people to vote PDP enmass come February and March, 2019
He equally appealed to his constituency to vote Governor Nyesom Wike come March,2 and Alhaji Atiku Abubakar for President.
On vote buying, Emerengwa called on Ikwerre people to remain focused and not to be deceived by the antics of the opposition party, but vote wisely, shun any act of violence, and defend their votes in their various units.
He lauded Wike for the massive construction of internal road networks in Ikwerre communities, especially the Ipo, Ubima, Isiokpo, Aluu / Uniport road, Aluu/ Rumuekini link road and Igwuruta roads.
Describing PDP as Ikwerre political party, Emerengwa insisted that Wike deserved a second term in office due to his track records and his developmental agenda for the people of the state.
Chinedu Wosu
The Special Adviser on Political Affairs to the Rivers State Governor, Dr. Darlington Oji, has disclosed that about 15 Special Advisers to the governor were duly approved by the Rivers State House of Assembly before the current political crisis in the State.
Oji made the disclosure in a Television programme in Port Harcourt, recently, while reacting to issues surrounding appointments, the impeachment moves against the governor and his deputy, and allegations of financial mismanagement.
He clarified that the appointment of Special Advisers was carried out in strict compliance with constitutional provisions, and received the approval of the Rivers State House of Assembly under the leadership of the Speaker, Martins Amaewhule, before the crisis began.
According to the Special Adviser, the appointments did not require any further screening, countering claims that the governor violated due process in constituting his advisory team.
On the impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara, and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu, Oji described the process as unfounded and lacking constitutional backing.
He said that several lawmakers who initially supported the impeachment move were now reconsidering their stance after discovering that the process had no legal basis.
Oji also attributed the impeachment plot to personal and political ambitions, saying it is not motivated by the interest or welfare of the people of Rivers State.
Speaking on the financial position of the State after the Emergency Rule, the Special Adviser disclosed that the governor met about ?600 billion in the state’s coffers upon assumption of office.
He explained that the availability of funds enabled the administration to continue governance smoothly without the need for a supplementary budget.
The governor’s aide also refuted allegations of financial mismanagement against the governor, and stressed that all allocations to lawmakers and constituency projects were transparently handled.
He maintained that the Fubara administration remained focused on development, stability, and good governance despite the political distractions in the State.
Oji expressed confidence that the impeachment moves would eventually be abandoned as legislators and the public become more informed, adding that the governor’s leadership has continued to reassure citizens and sustain political stability in the State.
King Onunwor
Accordingg to the statement, the Board and National Executive Committee of PANDEF, noted with very grave concern the recent spate of political developments in Rivers State.
“Regrettably, these developments have now degenerated into the decision of the Rivers State House of Assembly to commence impeachment proceedings against the governor and deputy governor.
“This is a deeply disturbing situation that demands urgent attention in order to forestall further escalation and breakdown of law and order.
“This concern is heightened by the critical importance and strategic centrality of Rivers to the Niger Delta region and to the broader socio-political stability and economic wellbeing of Nigeria as a whole”, the statement said.
The Forum called on all parties involved in the resurgent political imbroglio to sheathe their swords and embrace peace.
“This should be guided by the principles of give-and-take, dialogue, tolerance, and political equanimity.
“All stakeholders must place paramount importance on peace, development and the welfare of the people of Rivers.
“We must now focus squarely on good governance and development of the state,” the Forum said.
PANDEF commended President Bola Tinubu, the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), respected elders of Rivers State, and other well-meaning Nigerians for their previous and ongoing efforts aimed at restoring peace and stability in the state.
Speaking in an interview on Saturday, January 10, Chief Sara-Igbe alleged that the minister had flouted regulations governing the commencement of electioneering campaigns by moving from one local government area to another to galvanise political support.
According to him, the action amounted to a clear breach of electoral guidelines being carried out with a troubling sense of impunity that could undermine the rule of law.
“Wike has violated the electoral laws of campaigning by going from local government to local government to talk to the people. He travelled from one local government to another. As a result of his visits to local government areas, he has broken election regulations and continues to do all these things without fear of repercussions”, Chief Sara-Igbe said.
The remarks came as Chief Wike was set to round off a state-wide “thank-you” tour that covered all 23 local government areas of Rivers State.
Although the minister had described the tour as an appreciation visit following support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 general elections, critics say the engagements have assumed an overtly political character.
Observers note that during several stops, including recent visits to Andoni and Bonny local government areas, the minister rallied supporters across party lines under what he termed a “Rainbow Coalition,” a move widely interpreted as part of a broader political strategy.
During these engagements, Chief Wike was also reported to have made remarks perceived as a veiled challenge to the authority of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, while repeatedly referencing the 2027 elections and urging supporters to prepare to “correct the mistake” of 2023.
Chief Sara-Igbe warned that allowing such activities to continue unchecked could erode public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral process and called on relevant authorities to enforce existing laws without fear or favour.
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