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A group, Ijaw Women Advocates for Justice, has called for adherence to due process and fairness in the ongoing judicial proceedings in the United Kingdom involving former Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke. In a press statement issued on behalf of the group, Dr. Timiebi Koripamo-Agary, said the organisation was neither defending nor condemning any individual, but was committed to upholding the principles of justice. The group cautioned against what it described as the growing trend of trying individuals in the court of public opinion while legal processes are still ongoing, warning that such actions could undermine the integrity…

A widow, Efosa Dora, has emerged winner of a tricycle at the Family funfair organised by telecommunications giant, MTN Nigeria, in Benin, Edo State. The event, held simultaneously in Benin and Owerri, was part of the company’s customer engagement and appreciation initiative aimed at rewarding loyal subscribers during festive periods. Dora, who attended the event with her children, expressed gratitude to the company, stating that the gesture will significantly improve her family’s livelihood. “I want to say a big thank you to MTN for putting a smile on my face and the faces of my children,” she said. Other subscribers…

A public interest organization, Pilex Center for Civic Education Initiative, has announced a minor restructure of its leadership. In a release made available to this publication signed by the Executive Director of the non-governmental organization, Comrade Courage Nsirimovu, the Pilex Board at its August 16, 2025 meeting after a review of its activities, passed a resolution for the restructure to position it for greater performance and impact. Under the new structure, Everest Nwankwo, a development expert and legal practitioner takes over as Board Chairman while Egondu Esinwoke, a long time and seasoned development expert, assumes the position of Board Secretary…

A soldier on guard at the FIPL Power Station at Alode in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State has reportedly shot dead a suspected armed assailant. Reports said the deceased was among three men armed with cutlasses that confronted the solider with an aim to disarm him and snatch his rifle. The soldier was said to have responded swiftly, gunning down one of the suspects, while the other two escaped. The military authorities in Port Harcourt were yet to make an official statement on the incident as of the time of filing this report.

PRESS STATEMENT KFM WANTS COORDINATED GOVERNANCE IN KALABARI The Kalabari Media Forum (KMF) has called for the activation of the natural leadership models of the Kalabari people to support the political administrations in the Kalabari speaking Local Government Areas of Rivers State. The call was contained in a communique signed by Alabo Dagogo Clinton and Mr Awolayeofori Harry McMorrison, Chairman and Secretary respectively of KMF after the first quarterly meeting of the pan-Kalabari media support group in Port Harcourt According to the statement, given the governance deficit across Nigeria, it has become imperative for the traditional institutions to fully participate…

“THE IJAW NATIONAL CONGRESS (INC) ELECTION AND OKABA’S ADHOC COMMITTEE. PRESS STATEMENT BY IJAW WOMEN: A CALL FOR JUSTICE, ORDER, AND THE DEFENCE OF IJAW INSTITUTIONS The Ijaw Women of conscience across the homeland and diaspora rise at this defining moment with clarity, courage, and resolve.We are custodians of life, memory, and moral order. When institutions are bent and processes are distorted, silence becomes complicity. We refuse complicity. WE REJECT DELIBERATE AMBIGUITYWe have taken note of the announcement of an “Ad Hoc Committee” reportedly constituted on 13th April 2026; the same day as the deeply disputed Ijaw National Congress (INC)…

The crisis within the Edo State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has escalated, with senior party figures trading accusations over the emergence of the state chairman. Speaking with journalists in Benin City, Senatorial Leader of the party and member of its National Executive Council (NEC), Roland Owie, accused former national chairman, John Odigie-Oyegun, of attempting to impose loyalists on the party in the state. Owie stated that the chairmanship position had earlier been zoned to Edo South Senatorial District and subsequently micro-zoned to Oredo Local Government Area. According to him, the zoning arrangement led to the emergence of…

The Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Brigadier General O.O. Braimah, describing it as a painful loss to Edo State and the nation. In a condolence message, the governor paid tribute to the late officer as a proud son of Edo State who gave his life in service to Nigeria. He said Braimah’s courage and sense of duty stood out, noting that he remained committed to the peace and unity of the country until the very end. Governor Okpebholo described the fallen general as a symbol of sacrifice and dedication,…

Stakeholders from the water sector, civil society, and labour organisations have converged on Ibadan for a one-day training on legislative bill drafting aimed at advancing water justice in Ekiti, Oyo, and Lagos states. The training, organised by the Ecumenical Water Network Nigeria under its project, “Voices for Water Justice in Ekiti, Lagos and Oyo States of Nigeria,” took place at the Conference Hall of the Institute of Church and Society. It brought together union leaders, policy advocates, and water sector experts to strengthen advocacy against water privatisation and promote equitable access to water. In his opening remarks, the Director of…

Recent public reactions describing the current situation within the Ijaw nation as a setback reflect a deep and growing concern among our people. These voices must not be ignored or dismissed. They represent the conscience of a people committed to justice, order, and collective dignity. The strength of the Ijaw nation has always rested on unity, respect for due process, and strict adherence to our constitutional and institutional frameworks. All stakeholders: political leaders, traditional rulers, business leaders, youth constituencies, women leaders, and community voices, bear a collective responsibility to safeguard the integrity and credibility of the Ijaw National Congress (INC)…