Author: nationalpoint

The assembly, the 5th in the struggle for the amplification of the voice of the Niger Delta women to highlight challenges from decades of environmental degradation and harsh condition from climate change from fossil fuel activities in their communities, drew over 150 participants across Niger delta communities and delegations from OXFAM NOVID Nigeria, and representative from Ghana, including government officials from Akwa-Ibom, the host state. Discussions centred around two key presentations-Building a Feminist Economy and the Green/Blue economy which, highlighted the absence of women’s needs and challenges in activities arising from policy planning and implementation. It decried deepened poverty and…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) wish to express it’s condolence to the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) and the families of those Policemen that were murdered in cold blood at Ahiara junction in Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area on Monday 27th November, 2023 and in many occasions in other parts of Imo State and South East Region by unidentified gunmen. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is deep in pain because of the lost of Policemen and other Security Operatives in the hands of bandits in Imo State and other States in South East Region within the last four years. It’s imperative…

On behalf of the Government and People of Bayelsa State, I express sincere condolences to our kith and kin of the Ancient Kalabari Kingdom and the Amachree Royal Family of Buguma on the transition of our Great Amanyanabo, His Serene Majesty King (Prof) TJT Princewill. The Ijaw Nation will miss our Sage , Cultural Ambassador and Symbol of our Unity. May the memories of our revered King continually be a blessing.

In a world characterized by complex health and societal challenges, one persistent crisis often eludes the global spotlight: extreme hunger. In a bid to highlight the depth of the international hunger crisis, Delivery Rank has compiled all of the most important facts and statistics on world hunger in 2023. World hunger has been a significant issue at least since records began. Over the last century, mankind has taken huge strides toward solving the crisis. But more needs to be done. The world produces enough food to feed all 8 billion inhabitants, yet millions of children still go to bed hungry…

It gives me great pleasure to be here today at the opening of the 19th All Nigeria Editors Conference, organised by the Nigerian Guild of Editors in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. The Nigerian Guild of Editors is a body of the elite in the journalism profession and I feel honoured to be in the midst of this great corps of professionals who play an enviable role in shaping public opinion. I salute the founding fathers of the professional body, led by the late Alhaji Lateef Kayode Jakande, a revered journalist, who in 1961, thought it wise, to birth this prestigious…

An expert on Nigeria’s maritime and shipping industry, Engr. Greg U. Ogbeifun has lamented the several challenges hindering the progress of the sector. Ogbeifun listed insecurity, lack of trained staff and certified bluecollar port Workers and lack of developed steel industry as the major challenges. According to Engr. Ogbeifun, who is the Chairman Benin City River Port (BRP) Project Office of the Governor, other challenges are environmental and safety concerns, bureaucratic bottlenecks, inefficient ports, non-existent Nigerian Fleet trading globally and difficulty in accessing development funds. Engr. Greg Ogbeifun listed these in a keynote lecture at the Maritime Law Association, 2023,…

What exactly does Governor Nyesom Wike mean when he brags often about a certain “Ikwerre governorship” in Rivers State? Rivers State belongs to the Ogoni, the Ikwerre, Ijaw, the Etche, and many other communities bound together by a long and triumphant history in 1967. The diverse cultural and ethnic tapestry of the state was always understood as a blessing, not a curse. This is why for 52 years, the people of the State have developed a proud and collective persona as “Rivers people.” But rather than conduct himself as the governor for all Rivers people, Mr Wike seems to prefer…

As you know, leadership is not only about what you have learned or what you can do. Leadership is also about who you are and how you relate to others. Leadership is about your character and your values, your vision and your purpose, your passion, and your courage. Leadership is about making a positive difference in the world, not only for yourself but also for others. Today, I want to talk to you about a facet of your leadership training that I believe is essential for leadership in the 21st century: The Art and Practice of Non-Positional Leadership: Leading from…

I remember when he started the Center For Responsive Politics in Port Harcourt and he was doing civic education and I remember that once, he had a project and invited me and along with one or two of his staff, we went to Eleme. On that project, he was teaching community people how to engage with government, how to write to government, get something from government-it was mainly on participation in governance. I learnt a lot from that project. Another component of the programme that I participated in was when he brought together all the communities that participated in that…

A man of distinction recently turned 60. He is Hon. Nimisoere Walson-Jack, a name that rings a bell in many quarters within and beyond the shores of this country. Born on November 15, 1963 in Owerri, Imo State, Hon. Walson-Jack proudly hails from Abonnema in the Akuku-Toru Local Government Area of Rivers State. The father of two is married to an amiable and distinguished woman, Dame Didi Walson-Jack. Hon. Walson-Jack’s educational journey began at State School, Bori, where he schooled from 1970 to 1974. He continued his academic pursuits at the prestigious Federal Government College, Ikot Ekpene, from 1974 to…