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Awortu Condemns Political Impunity In Andoni

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The Chairman, Andoni Local Government Area in Rivers State, Barrister Erastus Awortu, has challenged relevant authorities to uncover high-level corruption and embezzlements by some highly placed politicians in Andoni, whose actions over the years truncated peace and development in the area council.
Awortu stated this at a solidarity walk in support of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Sir Siminialayi Fubara, at Ngo, the council’s headquarters.
Recounting infrastructure losses the area had suffered due to political impunity, the chairman applauded Governor Nyesom Wike for a timely rescue of the area from insensitive political god-fathers who succeeded in plunging the area into abject poverty and insecurity.
He said: “If Andoni was left in the hands of some of our greedy politicians, our people would be struggling with insecurity to date. These enemies of our land had in the past sponsored tyranny, cultism and insecurity just to twist electoral progress in their favour to enable them continually display political impunity in the area.
“We can no longer be deceived, that’s why I urge you to shame and boo them whenever you see them and their allies. In as much as we will not shed any blood in Andoni, we shall continue to disgrace them until they tender a public apology and make restitutions to the people of Andoni.
“The Andoni Unity Road project, Shoreline Protection Project, among other government contracts, should be thoroughly investigated. Social infrastructure is key to development, therefore, such embezzlements should not be ignored.
“God has taken over our land and so we must take our fate in our hands by effectively using our PVCs come 2023, to vote for Sir Siminialayi Fubara, his running mate Prof Ngozi Ordu, Senator Barry Mpigi (for Senate), Hon Dagomie Abiante (House of Representatives), and Mr Ofiks Kagbang for Andoni State Constituency.”
Expressing satisfaction over the massive turnout and defection during the rally, the local government party Chairman, Mr Victor Ere, assured of 100per cent victory for the party in the area.
The ‘Walk for Sim Rally’ which attracted an unprecedented crowd, also welcomed a massive defection of over 2,000 members from the APC and other political parties into the PDP.
Earlier in his address, the Chairman of the Organising Committee and Council’s Secretary, Mr Franklin Dimiari, noted that the rally was initiated by the council chairman in collaboration with the local government chapter of the party.
He said that the programme was put together to further galvanize support for Wike’s New Rivers Vision and the “Project 2023, SiminialayiFubara for Governor’.
The state Head of Service, Mr Rufus Godwins;state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Prof ZacchaeusAdangor, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN); and the party’s flag bearers were among the dignitaries at the occasion.

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HoS Hails Fubara Over Provision of Accommodation for Permanent Secretaries

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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.
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Allegation of Disrespect to President Tinubu Unfounded — Rivers Government

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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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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.
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