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Take PVC Message To Opposition, Fubara Tells GDI Members …As Sensitisation Moves To Obio/Akpor

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4 years ago

July 18, 2022

As the Grassroot Development Initiative (GDI)sensitisation rally anchored at Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, the Governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Rivers State, Sir Siminialayi Fubara, has charged members of the GDI to step up the PVC sensitisation message by taking it to the opposition, whom he referred to as “enemies” in the state.
Addressing GDI members and supporters, who assembled at the Captain Elechi Amadi Polytechnic, Rumuola, Port Harcourt, for the sensitisation rally, last Saturday, Fubara, hinted that with what had been demonstrated so far during the rally, it was evident that almost all GDI members have their PVC.
He, therefore, advised them to direct the message to “our enemies” who will become our “friends” tomorrow.
He said the evangelism should be to encourage everyone residing in the state, including those with opposing political leaning who may become our friends tomorrow.
Fubara also stated that due to the limited time left for the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, it had become expedient that the programme be taken to another level.
“This PVC sensitisation will end on the 31st of this month, so, we have limited time left; and because we have limited time, this sensitisation has to move to another level. The programme has to be aggressive, high and forceful”, Fubara said.
He commended the people of Obio/Akpor for their massive turn out for the programme, and solicited their continuous support.
He added that the support was not only for him but for their son, who is also the Governor of the state as well as leader and grand patron of GDI, Chief NyesomWike.
Earlier, the State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Amb Desmond Akawor, had thanked the leadership of GDI for the very good work they were doing in mobilising and educating the people of the state on the need to register and obtain their Permanent Voters Cards, which he noted,was the only instrument through which they could exercise their voting right.
“When we were at Ikwerre, I thought it was just a ‘Tsunami’. We went to Ahoada West, and I saw ‘intercontinental ballistic missiles’. Today, I am seeing in Obio/Akpor, a repetition of ‘Hiroshima’. I don’t know what will happen in Ahoada East”, Akawor said.
Welcoming the governorship candidate and his running mate to the LGA, the Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Council, Barrister George Ariolu, noted that it has become necessary to continue the voters’ education to enable the area retain its position of having the highest number of registered voters in any local government council in the Niger Delta.
Speaking also, the President General of GDI, Chief Bright Amewhule, used the occasion to call on INEC to investigate the alleged discovery of buried PVCs in a politician’s compound in the area and ensure that the outcome was made public.
The Obio/Akpor PVC sensitisation rally featured solidarity messages from leaders and stakeholders from the area, including, Hon KingsleyChinda;Hon Martins Amaewhule; GDI President-General, Chief Bright Amaewhule;chairmen of Obio/Akpor and Emohua local governments, Barrister George Ariolu; and Dr Chidi Lloyd; Prince WeliWosu; Chief AnugbumOnuoha; Rivers East Senatorial candidate, Chief AllwellOnyesoh; among others, who underscored the importance of the Permanent Voters Cards (PVCs).
The event attended by a cream of political juggernauts from within and without Obio/Akpor LGA, including the PDP Deputy Governorship candidate, Prof NgoziOrdu; members of the National Assembly and State House of Assembly, local government chairmen; PDP State Exco, led by the State Secretary, Dr Benibo George; former commissioners; and special advisers; as well as women, youth and students groups also featured ward-by-ward gyration with PVCs on display.

By: Nelson Chukwudi

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HoS Hails Fubara Over Provision of Accommodation for Permanent Secretaries

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22 hours 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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23 hours 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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23 hours 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.