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Mrs. Ndukuba, Others Urge Christian Women To Get Involved In Politics

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Christian women have been charged to be actively involved in practical politics and leadership.
In her address at the ongoing Church of Nigeria Standing Committee Meeting (Evo 2022), the wife of the Primate of All Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Mrs. Angela Ndukuba emphasised that “Christian women should stop shying away from being involved in practical politics to help correct the ungodly ways unbelievers has turned politics into in our nation.
“If we have more God fearing politicians and leaders, we can then enjoy the sort of conditions that allow us to live quiet and Godly lives.
“It is our responsibility as Christians to serve God with our substances and give cheerfully to the work of God.
“Our lives must be offered to God with full allegiance, knowing that obedience to God and His commands are evidence that we trust Him”.
Also speaking, wife of the Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Mrs. Blessing George-Ariolu encouraged women to “come together as one and pray against the issues bedevilling us as a people”.
Earlier in her welcome address, the Evo Diocesan Bishop’s wife, who also doubles as the President of the Diocese of Evo Women and Girls Ministries, Mrs. Chinyere Ordu, said that the women’s ministry in Evo Diocese was blessed at a time like this.
According to her, “we are hopeful that in the process of hosting this epoch making event, we shall entertain Angels and thereby give God our Father much pleasure”.
Also, wife of the Archbishop of the Province of Niger Delta,Mrs. Blessing Enyinda, noted that the theme of the Standing Committee Meeting, which is “the Christian’s Dual Citizenship and Responsibility”, was timely, adding that “regardless of what part of the world in which a Christian lives, he has a dual citizenship”.
Highlight of the event was a session of special song rendition by the Evo clergy wives and the presentation of gifts to the primate’s wife.
Similarly, Rivers StateGovernor, Chief Nyesom Wike has urged the Anglican Church in Nigeria to use its 20million-member population to enthrone good governance come 2023.
Wike said this during his address at the ongoing Church of Nigeria Standing Committee Meeting in Port Harcourt at St. Andrews’ Anglican Church,Rumuobiokani in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, last Wednesday.
The Rivers governor stressed that if the church as an agent of change can mobilise its members in next year’s general election, the country would have peace.
He further called on the Anglican Communion to see the call as a wake-up call, and do the needful.
“This is the wake-up time. We must do something to change the system, if not, let us stop crying”, he said.
He maintained that, if the church does not like the killings and political injustice, among others, in the country, it must consider the need to mobilise for 2023 general election as urgent.
To buttress his point, he noted that the economy of the church would not improve, if that of the country remained stagnant.
The Rivers State chief executive maintained that time to stand aloof was gone, and added that the time to act was now.
“The church has stood by us via continuous prayers. What is required now is active participation. The government is still not willing to support electronic transmission of election results”, he said.
He also argued that with the emergence of good leaders via credible electoral process, the country would change for the better.
Wike, who turned ‘preacher’ during his address, reminded the audience of the scriptural decree of the people rejoicing when the righteous rule.
“Good leaders respect the rule of law. Good leaders work with legislators to promote human rights. A true leader will enhance the electoral process”, he said.
To further aid the church in the propagation of the gospel, he made a pledge of N300million as donation.
The governor’s call was in line with the theme of the meeting, “The Christian’s Dual Citizenship And Responsibility”, where the Primate, Most Rev Henry Ndukuba,charged Christians on the need to comply with their civic responsibilities and not be heavenly minded alone.

By: King Onunwor

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Okonjo-Iweala Celebrates Forbes’ World’s Most Powerful Women Recognition

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World Trade Organisation Director-General, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has celebrated her inclusion on Forbes’ 100 World’s Most Powerful Women list for 2025, marking her eighth appearance on the prestigious ranking.

In a post via her verified X (formerly Twitter) handle yesterday, Okonjo-Iweala expressed her gratitude and reflected on the responsibility that comes with influence.

“Nice to make (for the eighth time) the @Forbes List of the 100 most powerful women of the world 2025 and to be on the cover of the magazine. With power comes responsibility! We are doing our best to fight for and reform the rules-based multilateral trading system, which the world needs to avoid a chaotic approach to world trade that would hurt the smallest and the least powerful countries,” she wrote.

She also congratulated her fellow African women on the list, including Namibia’s President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Prime Minister, Suminwa Judith, CEO of Bidvest, Mpumi Madisa, CEO of EbonyLife Group, Mo Abudu, and Barbados’ Prime Minister, Mia Mottley.

The annual Forbes list recognises women who hold significant influence in business, politics, culture, and global leadership.

Okonjo-Iweala, ranked 92nd, is the first woman and first African to serve as WTO Director-General, a position she assumed in March 2021.

Forbes described her as “an economist and international development professional” with over 30 years of experience across Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and North America.

She previously served two terms as Nigeria’s Finance Minister and briefly acted as Foreign Minister in 2006.

The WTO boss also chaired the Board of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, which has immunised more than 760 million children globally.

Okonjo-Iweala holds a bachelor’s degree from Harvard University and a doctorate from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is recognised for her belief in the power of trade to lift developing countries out of poverty and promote sustainable development.

 

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Association Seeks Government Intervention in Desilting of Canal 

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The Rumuokania 2 New layout Landlords Association in the Obio/Akpor local government area of Rivers State is seeking the intervention of the Rivers State Government in the desilting of the canal which transverses several  communities including Mgbaraja,Ogbogoro,Egbule,Elioparanwo,Ozuoba and other communities in the area.
The Association which said this at a media briefing in Port Harcourt also lauded Governor Siminalayi Fubara for the construction of the Rumuoke/pipeline internal roads.
The landlords said the canal impede the free flow of water from the affected communities thereby causing severe flooding whenever it rains in the area.
The Association also commended the governor for the ongoing construction and rehabilitation of road across the state, adding, the gesture has not only rekindled hope of Rivers people for a better tomorrow,but has bought prosperity across communities in the state.
According to a Press release made available to news men during the briefing,”We are gathered here today to express immense appreciation to His Excellency, the Governor of Rivers State,Sir Fubara, GSSRS,for the construction of the Rumuoke/pipeline Internal roads.
“We also wish to use this medium to request the desilting of the Canal transversing the area and the construction of adjoining roads to the area.
“We acknowledge with profound gratitude the transformative governance going on in Rivers State under the purposely and impactful leadership of Governor Fubara.
“The visible impact of his administration across all sectors, particularly the rehabilitation and construction of new roads,has rekindled hope among the people and brought prosperity to our communities”The Association said.
The landlords particularly praised the Governor for the successful  completion of  the  Rumuoke Road from Okilton junction off Ada George Road to Road 9-2nd & 3rd Avenue, Road 10-2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue, and Pipeline Road upto the canal, expertly executed by Monier Construction Company (MCC).
They noted that,prior to the intervention of the Governor,the road was in an extremely deplorable state, impassable, and prone to flash floods whenever it rains.
“Most houses and business premises were often flooded as people could hardly leave or access the area,while economic activities were completely paralyzed.
“The newly constructed internal roads have completely eased traffic in the area, boosted economic activities, and improved the quality of life of residents of Rumuokania and Rumuoke communities”
The release which was jointly signed by pastor Joel Gbandi, chairman of The Association and Lucky Ashley Atiegoba secretary,on behalf of the Landlords also expressed gratitude to the Governor for the  construction of all internal roads in the area.
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It however drew the , attention of the Governor to an emerging issue which they said poses  threat to the durability of this critical road infrastructure.
According to the landlords,”at the terminus of the newly constructed pipeline road, the adjoining canal is severely blocked, impeding the free flow of water .
“The canal serves as a vital waterway, traversing several communities, including Rumuokania, Mgbraja, Ogbogoro, Egbelu, Elioparanwo, Mini-Orlu, Rumue-vorlu, Rumuokwachi, Ozuoba, Iwofe, Rumuolumeni, Rumuepirikom, and Mini-kete, among other communities.
“This obstruction has caused water to back up onto the surface of the newly constructed road, leading to accelerated erosion and hazardous conditions for surrounding buildings, motorists, and pedestrians alike within RumuokaniaRumuoke communities.
“It is against this backdrop that we respectfully request the kind intervention of our dear Governor in this regard:
” We humbly request the desilting of the canal to restore proper drainage and prevent water overflowonto the newly constructed internal roads and flooding within the communities.
“. We also request the construction of adjoining roads to the area to provide alternative pathways and improve overall accessibility in the area.
“Addressing these germane concerns will not only safeguard the investment of the state government in road infrastructure in the area but will also mitigate flooding, enhance safety, and further elevate the living standards of residents of Rumuokania and Rumuoke communities”the landlords said.
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Rivers Judges Begin Christmas Vacation Dec 23

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Judges of the High Courts of Rivers State will proceed on this year’s Christmas and New Year vacations on Tuesday, 23rd December 2025.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Registrar, State High Court, David Ihua-Maduenyi, on behalf of the Chief Judge of the State, Justice Chibuzor Amadi, and made available to newsmen over the weekend.

The statement stated that judges will commence the yuletide vacation from Tuesday, 23rd of December 2025, and resume on Monday, January 12, 2026.

According to the statement, the directive is in compliance with the provision of Order 49 Rule 4(C) of the High Court of Rivers State Civil Procedure Rule, 2023.

The statement added that during the period of the vacation, all judicial divisions of the High Court of the State shall remain closed, while a vacation judge shall be designated to entertain only urgent applications and matters filed during the vacation.

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