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Ariolu Bags Newspaper’s Best LG Chairman Award

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3 years ago

November 14, 2022

Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Barrister George Ariolu, has been presented with the “Best Local Government Council Chairman” Award by the National Network Newspaper, Port Harcourt.
Speaking while presenting the award at the Banquet Hall of Hotel Presidential, the Chairman Editorial Board, National Network Newspaper, Prof Barigbon Nsereka, said the award was presented to Ariolu following an impressive run, outstanding performances and remarkable achievements as local government chairman.
Receiving the award, Ariolu expressed joy on behalf of his family and good people of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area.
He appreciated the National Network Newspaper for identifying the achievements of his administration.
Ariolu, who spoke to newsmen after recieving the award in Port Harcourt, discosed that the focal thrust of his administration remains, adding value to the people, noting that it is the motivation for which he has continued to achieve more for the people.
“I want to thank you for identifying and recognising the little we have done so far for our people.
“For us, we believe that governance is all about adding value no matter the dimension of the life of the people we govern. And that has been our focal thrust, that has been out motivating factor.”
According to him, the recognition is a testimony that the people-oriented programmes and policies of his administration have continued to improve the lives of citizens who are primary beneficiaries.
Ariolu charged the leadership of the National Network Newspaper on consistency in ensuring adequate propagation of information to the masses devoid of biasness.
“It is an indication that people are observing and taking note of the little we’ve been doing within this very short period. So, its a thing of joy, and I think it will serve as a platform to spur us to do more for our people.
“If you look at the history of the National Network Newspaper, you’ll see that it is a mark of resilience and doggedness from where they’ve started to where they are today. It is just a hint of hardwork that has lifted them up to this level. So, kudos to them and other media organisations, steadfastness is the word.”
Also honoured at the event is the Rivers PDP Gubernatorial Candidate, Sir Similanyi Fubara and Bro Felix Amaechi Obuah, Rivers PDP Campaign Chairman.
Others include, Rt. Hon. Dumnamene Robinson Dekor, member, Khana/Gokana Federal Constituency; Hon. Awaji-Inombek Dagomie Abiante, member, Federal House of Representatives; Barrister Ben Eke, Chairman, Ahoada East Local Government Area; Sir Friday Mbakpone Okpe, Chairman, Tai Local Government Area; and Barrister Sam Kalagbor, Rector, Captain Elechi Amadi Polytechnic, Port Harcourt.

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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.