Dokubo, Reuben, and Labour Party Leaders Clash Over Rivers Local Government Election
The South-South Zonal Chairman of the Labour Party, Prince Favour Reuben, and the Rivers State Chairman, Hilda Dokubo, have differing opinions regarding the credibility of the local government election held on October 5. Dokubo stated that the election was peaceful and credible, noting that there was no basis for anyone to protest the outcome after […]
Fubara Warns of Oil Threat as Political Crisis Escalates
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, issued a stern warning on Tuesday, stating that oil production in the state could be jeopardized if violence persists. This follows the arson attack on four local government secretariats on Monday. The state government has also established a seven-member judicial commission to investigate the attack, which was carried out by […]
JUST IN: Protests Erupt at PDP Secretariat in Rivers Ahead of LG Elections
Protests broke out at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) secretariat in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Thursday, as tensions mount ahead of the October 5, 2024, local government elections. The large crowd prompted security operatives to intervene, managing the situation and controlling traffic, according to Channels Television. The protests were sparked by concerns over the […]
Rivers Governor Declares Public Holiday, Restricts Movement Ahead of Local Elections
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has declared October 3 and 4, 2024, as public holidays in preparation for the local government elections scheduled for Saturday, October 5. In a state-wide broadcast, Fubara urged citizens to “come out en-masse” to vote and announced a total restriction on movement from midnight on October 4 to 5 p.m. […]
Governor Fubara To Recommence Employment Process at IAUE
In a bid to rectify irregularities in the employment process at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) in Rumuolumeni Community, Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has assured the public that the process will soon recommence. This announcement comes after protests from individuals who were affected by the previous botched process. Governor Fubara, represented by […]
Gov. Sim Fubara appoints Justice Mary Odili Pro-Chancellor/Chairman of Rivers State University Governing Council
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the reconstitution of Governing Councils of the Rivers State University and the Ignatius Ajuru University of Education. The Pro-Chancellors/Chairmen and members of the Councils are as follows: 1. RIVERS STATE UNIVERSITY (1) Hon. Justice Mary Odili, CFR, DSSRS, JSC (Rtd) – Pro-Chancellor/Chairman (2) Barr. Mela Oforibika – Member […]
INEC declares PDP candidate SIMINIALAYI FUBARA winner of Saturday’s governorship election in Rivers State
The independent National Electoral Commission , INEC in Rivers State has declared the Governorship Candidate of People’s Democratic Party, PDP, Siminalayi Fubara the governor elect at the just concluded March 18th Governorship elections. Our Correspondent Allwell Ene reports that Siminalayi Fubara pulled a total of three hundred and two thousand, six hundred and fourteen votes […]
