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Ekpeye Traditional Rulers Seek Help For Odiemudie Community

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Ekpeye Council of Traditional Rulers and Chiefs has called on the chairmen of Ahoada East and Ahoada West Local Government Areas as well as other public spirited individuals to come to the aid of the indigenes of Odiemudie community who deserted their homeland because of the activities of cultists.
Odiemudie community in Ahoada East Local Government Area is the hometown of the infamous late Gift Okpara David (2Baba)
Addressing the people during an inspection visit to the community, the Chairman of Ekpeye Council of Traditional Rulers and Chiefs, His Majesty, Eze Kelvin Ngozi Anugwo, Eze Ekpeye Logbo lll, also called on churches and charity organizations to save the people from hunger and hardship.
He sympathised with them for their sordid condition and expressed optimism that help would come their way.
The monarch thanked the state Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetukun, and the Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, for their efforts in neutralizing the killers of Ahoada Divisional Police Officer, SP Bako Angbashim.
“As a way forward on security issue, I and the Rivers State Commissioner of Police delegation had toured round Ekpeye kingdom three days ago, to inspect sites for Special Squard of Nigeria Police Force.
“The tactical teams would be stationed at Ubeta community in Ahoada West and along Ahoada/Odiemerenyi road in Ahoada East.
“My dear people of Odiemudie, I promise, your message would be conveyed to the appropriate quarters”, he said.
Also speaking, His Majesty, Eze Cassidy Ikebhidhi, Eze Igbu Akoh l l, lambasted the people of Odiemudie community over their lackadaisical attitude towards the activities of 2Baba.
He said the despicable deeds of the deceased criminal had plunged the entire community into hardship.
He recalled that he sent several invitations to community over the criminal activities of 2Baba and his gang, adding that 2Baba refused to heed his advice.
“I and Eze Ekpeye Logbo lll were humiliated; we stayed in detention for three months and two weeks”, he said.
Eze Igbu Akoh warned the community against a repeat of such ugly occurrence and advised them to carry out background check on any stranger in their midst.
The former Ahoada East Council boss assured the internally displaced people of Odiemudie community that he would join hands with Eze Ekpeye Logbo lll to bring them back to their community.
Earlier, in an address signed by Community Development Committee chairman, Agbo Festus, the Youth leader, Solomon Wilfred Unya and the Paramount Ruler, Chief Obodo Bob Ozumba, the community lamented that they were suffering in exile.
“We want to go home so we can restart our lives; we pray you to use your good connections to intercede on our behalf by extending our message to the Rivers State Governor, Ama-Opu Senibo Sir Siminalayi Joseph Fubara, GSSRS to intervene”, they said.
Recall that the Police and other sister agencies raided Odiemudie community in recent past following the gruesome murder of the former Ahoada Divisional Police Officer, SP Bako Angbashim.
Our Correspondent who visited the community reports that it is now desolate and has been taken over by rodents, reptiles and weeds.Ekpeye Traditional Rulers Seek Help

Agimo Emenike Benson

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Residents Embrace MNCH Week Services In PH

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Antenatal care and immunization services recorded high patronage during the just-concluded Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH) Week as residents in various communities across Port Harcourt took advantage of the free healthcare interventions.
The exercise, which was aimed at improving maternal and child well-being, attracted women, caregivers and children to different health facilities where a range of free healthcare services were provided.
Findings from selected health centres visited during the exercise showed encouraging participation by beneficiaries despite a few operational challenges experienced by health workers.
At Ozuboko Health Centre, the doctor in charge, Dr. Flag Amachree, said the facility recorded a good turnout throughout the exercise.
 The Tide  gathered that the team of immunization officers embarked on outreach immunization activities to schools to ensure that more children benefited from the programme.
She, however, identified inadequate supplies of deworming tablets as a challenge, noting that available stocks were being carefully managed to meet demands.
One of the beneficiaries, Emmanuella Edwin, who visited the facility for antenatal registration, expressed satisfaction with the services provided by the health workers.
She commended the staff for their dedication, professionalism and friendly disposition, adding that the registration process was stress-free and without any major challenge.
Similarly, Mrs. Esther Abbey said she registered for the free medical services offered during the healthcare week and described the process as smooth and simple.
She added that the programme also created an avenue for her daughter to benefit from immunization services through arrangements by her school.
Another beneficiary, Mrs. Philomena Ezekiel, said she was unable to access the service for her children after she was informed that a National Identification Number (NIN) was required before the test could be carried out.
At Amadi Health Centre, the Medical Officer in charge, Dr. Ebere Ikonwa, attributed the low turnout recorded at the facility to inadequate community mobilization, noting that no town crier was assigned to create awareness.
Despite the situation, she said the facility carried out outreach immunization services successfully and recorded significant patronage in antenatal care and immunization services.
By: Esuuk-Awaji Oyet, Princess Akinyemi
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NUJ Summit to Strengthen Media/Security Partnership, Tackle Misinformation

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) is set to convene a two-day National Security Summit in Abuja aimed at strengthening collaboration between the media and security agencies in advancing national stability, public trust and sustainable development.
The summit, scheduled to hold on June 18 and 19, 2026, will bring together key actors in governance, security and the media sector to deliberate on pathways for improved engagement in addressing contemporary national security concerns.
Themed, “Media and Security Agencies as Partners in Nation Building”, the gathering is expected to serve as a strategic platform for dialogue on responsible information management and enhanced institutional cooperation.
Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Comrade Abimbola Oyetunde, who disclosed this in a statement, said the initiative was conceived as a high-level engagement to deepen understanding between journalists and security operatives in safeguarding the country.
She explained that the summit would provide opportunities for critical conversations on crisis communication, information sharing, conflict reporting and strengthening citizens’ confidence in public institutions.
According to the statement, the event will attract senior government officials, heads of security agencies, media executives, editors, civil society groups and other stakeholders drawn from across the country.
According to the organizers, the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, and the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, will attend as Special Guests of Honour.
The Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, is expected to deliver the keynote address, while the National President of the NUJ, Comrade Alhassan Yahya, will host the summit.
Also expected to chair the occasion is the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris.
The statement noted that the summit comes at a critical period when Nigeria continues to confront evolving security challenges, growing concerns over misinformation and heightened public anxiety over national issues.
It emphasized that structured engagement between the media and security institutions has become imperative in improving crisis communication, reducing panic, combating fake news, and ensuring the dissemination of timely, accurate and responsible information.
Participants at the summit are expected to examine issues such as responsible reporting of security operations and conflict situations, access to credible information and official briefings, management of sensitive information and the safety of journalists covering security-related assignments.
Other areas of focus include countering disinformation, propaganda and hate speech, as well as building mutual trust and professional respect between journalists and security personnel.
The summit will also feature goodwill messages, panel discussions, breakout sessions, experience-sharing by frontline reporters, and interactive engagements with security chiefs before concluding with the adoption of a communiqué and an action framework to guide future collaboration.
The NUJ restated its commitment to press freedom, ethical journalism and promoting national peace, security and democratic governance.
By: King Onunwor
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Anaka Community Seeks Development, Unity  … Advocates Devine Guidance In 2027 Leadership Selection

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The Paramount Ruler of Anaka Community in Akpor Clan, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, HRH. Eze  Marcus Oriji, has reiterated the kingdom’s commitment to unity, development, and peaceful coexistence among its people.
HRH Oriji, who spoke through his son, Alloy Marcus, in an interview with newsmen in the community, said the community is committed to peace.
 He described Anaka as a community known for peace and unity, noting that the kingdom continues to attract visitors and residents because of its welcoming nature.
According to him, while the leadership of the kingdom has recorded progress in various fronts, several challenges still remain.
Anaka Community, he continued, has faced developmental challenges similar to those confronting many communities across the country.
He identified the provision of key infrastructure, including a modern market, schools, healthcare facilities, and a police station, as critical areas requiring attention to enhance the growth and development of the kingdom.
On concerns raised by residents over the poor condition of the road linking St. John’s to Ogbogoro, Eze Marcus commended the Rivers State Government under the leadership of the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara,ii for commencing work on the Ring Road project, which he described as a significant development for the area.
Marcus explained that Anaka Kingdom stands to benefit from the project and appealed to the government to accelerate construction efforts, particularly on sections connecting St. John’s and other adjoining communities, to ease traffic congestion and improve accessibility.
Expressing optimism about the project’s completion, he said improved road infrastructure would not only enhance movement within the area, but also attract investors, businesses, and visitors to the kingdom.
Commenting on the 2027 general elections, Eze Alloy Marcus called for divine guidance in the selection of leaders, stressing the need for God-fearing individuals who would govern with integrity and commitment to national development.
He also advised young people to shun electoral violence and resist being used by politicians for unlawful activities such as ballot box snatching and election-related disturbances.
He urged youths to play constructive roles in strengthening democracy by supporting free, fair, and peaceful elections.
The royal representative emphasized that sustainable development, improved infrastructure, and peaceful democratic processes remain essential for the continued progress of Anaka Kingdom and Rivers State as a whole.
By: Azubuike Chiwendu, Akpelu Godspower
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