As Nigerians celebrate Democracy Day today, June 12, Prophet I.O Samuel says it’s a day to celebrate the posthumous birthday of his mentor, the late Prophet TB Joshua of Synagogue Church of All Nations. Prophet Samuel said “Today, I join millions of faithfuls across the globe to celebrate a great man of God; a man that teaches us the importance …
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The National Judicial Council, NJC, has been called upon to immediately begin a probe of the Rivers State High Court, following the judgment that re-instated the sacked lawmakers in the State House of Assembly. Coalition for Justice and Accountability, (CJA), through its President Comrade Dada Segun Akin, faulted the judgement of the court that ordered the 27 lawmakers to return …
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The Southern Youth Assembly (SYA) has described the recent resignation of some commissioners in Rivers State as an “act of God.” The forum made this statement in a press release signed by its Co-Chairmen, Comrade Jack Okpobiri Ofili, Dr. Oluwasanmi Ayoola, and Chief Mbanefo Okoye, which was made available to the press on Saturday. SYA stated that the resignation of …
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The Rivers Transparency Watch Initiative (RTWI) has expressed support for the Rivers State Government’s plan to revoke the Certificate of Occupancy for the former Trans-Amadi Slaughter market land, on which a popular shopping mall now stands. The group commended the decision, which was prompted by a peaceful protest from the residents of Oginigba community in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of …
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The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is in agreement that a new minimum wage is due. The Forum also sympathises with labour unions in their push for higher wages. However, the Forum urges all parties to consider the fact that the minimum wage negotiations also involve consequential adjustments across all cadres, including pensioners. The NGF cautions parties in this important …
Continue Reading…warns against plots to compromise the judiciary A civil society group, Society for Open Justice in Nigeria, has alleged a clandestine move by a faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly to upturn an interim injunction by a Rivers State High Court, restraining the pro-Wike Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, and 24 other lawmakers from …
Continue ReadingA Coalition of Lawyers in Nigeria under the aegis of Lawyers for Justice has rated Governor Siminalayi Fubara high on his first anniversary in office. In a statement signed by its President, Moses Okino, the group said it came to this conclusion after a comprehensive assessment tour across the state to evaluate the governor’s performance. According to Okino, the tour …
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Jonathan Ogbonna, also known as DeJon, is born into the family of four children; an elder brother and sister, and two younger sisters. A graduate of Geology from the University of Ibadan. Jonathan is a Christian with a passion for music and married to the most amazing woman in the universe. He is also blessed with a daughter. In this …
Continue ReadingThe Pro-Democracy Coalition of Nigeria has advised the candidate of the Action People’s Party (APP) in the 2023 guber election in Rivers State, Lessi Gborogbosi, to forget about his governorship ambition. In a statement signed by its President, Comr. Jack Thomas, the group said Gborogbosi should wake up from his dream of succeeding Governor Siminalayi Fubara in 2027. Thomas said …
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The Concerned Citizens of Kano State have urged Governor Abba Yusuf to issue an immediate apology for his actions that have led to the ongoing Kano Emirates crisis. The group said the Governor has not only disrespected the rich cultural heritage of Kano State but has also shown a blatant disregard for the judiciary and the rule of law. A …
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