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Don’t Allow Anybody Steal Your PVC, Fubara Warns ONELGA People …As Obuah Hails GDI’s Success On Awareness Campaign

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4 years ago

July 27, 2022

The Grassroot Development Initiative (GDI) has consolidated on its sensitisation of eligible voters in Rivers State with a rally in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area, as thousands of members of the organisation and supporters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) defied the heavy downpour, last Monday, to listen to the message tagged, “Operation Show Your PVC”.
The rally was in continuation of the non-governmental organisation’s push to encourage Rivers people to actively participate in the electoral process by obtaining their permanent voters’ cards in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration exercise.
Addressing the mammoth crowd at the ceremony at the Omoku Mini Stadium, the state Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Amb Desmond Akawor, commended GDI for coming up with the exercise, saying that it was aimed at increasing the people’s participation in the electoral process.
Represented by the Secretary of the party, Dr Benibo George, the chairman equally hailed the people of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni for their large turnout despite the rains.
Also speaking, the PDP Gubernatorial Candidate for the 2023 election, Sir Siminialayi Fubara, thanked GDI for initiating the sensitisation programme, and said that it was an initiative worth investing in.
Represented by the Deputy Governorship candidate, Prof Ngozi Ordu, Fubara told the people to protect their PVCs from being stolen, explaining that once PVC is stolen, the individualno longer has the power to exercise his or her franchise.
He said the days of writing results or snatching ballot boxes were over, explaining that results of votes cast by the electorate would be transmitted electronically in 2023.
During their separate solidarity speeches, key ONELGA stakeholders stressed the need for eligible voters who were yet to register or collect their voters’ cards to do so.
They, however, maintained that residents of the area were already politically conscious and aware of the need to have their PVCs ahead of next year’s general election.
Meanwhile, the Bro. Felix Obuah Support Group has commended the Grassroot Democratic Initiative (GDI) led by Bright Amewhule for it’s successful PVC campaign in Omoku Town, Ogba/ Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State.
The event, which had in attendance the PDP Deputy Governorship candidate, Prof. Ngozi Ordu, also had in attendance the Chairman of the LGA, Vincent Job, as well as serving members of the state assembly as well as former commissioners from the local government.
A statement by the group, said, “The BFO Support Group in keeping with the vision of its principal, Bro. Felix Amaechi Obuah, commends the large turnout for the exercise which will ensure the participation of citizens in the forthcoming general elections. It is for this reason that the decision of the Grassroot Democratic Initiative GDI to embark on this PVC registration drive us highly commendable.
“We also commend the incoming deputy Governorship candidate, Prof. Ngozi Ordu as well as the indefatigable Chairman of the local government, Sir. Vincent Job, for showing commitment towards ensuring that there is no room for failure in the local government’s bid to massively back Sim Fubara for governor next year”.
BFO Support Group, whose presence was visible at the event, stressed its unflinching support for the administration of Governor Nyesom Wike.

By: Nelson Chukwudi

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HoS Hails Fubara Over Provision of Accommodation for Permanent Secretaries

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3 days 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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3 days 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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3 days 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.