Kristina Reports

04/04/2024

Benin Shook by Tornadoes, Kano's Pillar Fall, All the Action from MD 28 in the NPFL

By Ikio Biobelemoye

Bendel Insurance of Benin suffered a devastating 3-1 home loss to Niger Tornadoes, while Kano Pillars crumbled in the hands of the Peoples Elephant in a 5-0 loss in the Matchday 28 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

Enyimba left no stone unturned in the “Zobia Classico” against Kano Pillars. Eze Ekwutoziam opened the scoring for the defending champions in the 13th minute, Chijioke Mbaoma then doubled Enyimba's lead for his 13th goal of the season, 22 minutes later.

Joseph Atule slotted in his first of the game and the third of the encounter to give the Elephants of Aba a comfortable lead at the break. 25 minutes into the second 45, Joseph Atule picked up where he left off for a brace before Alade Muyiwa worsened the visitor's ordeal with the fifth.

According to OptaNigeria, Kano Pillars' 5-0 defeat at Enyimba is their heaviest league defeat since a 5-0 loss to Julius Berger in April 2002 - 22 years ago.

In Benin, Bendel Insurance got stunned by Niger Tornadoes suffering their first home defeat in the NPFL since 2007.

Heartland FC was the last club to beat Insurance in Benin in 2007 before Tornadoes won today (17 years after).

The Benin Arsenals were not the only side subjected to a home loss, as relegation-threatened Akwa United got beaten by out-of-form Doma United, 1-0, at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium.

Baba Ganaru's men had the better of the chances but could not get the ball into the back of the net in the 90+ minutes of action.

With both coaches new to the teams set up and needing a win to start their campaign on a high, it was Coach Bala Abubakar of Doma United who came out tops and ended his side's 10-game winless run.

Table-toppers, Enugu Rangers secured a 2-0 victory over Sunshine Stars to go 10 games unbeaten and go three points clear of Enyimba who sit second.

Substitute, Fabby Clark ensured Bayelsa United got all three points against relegation-bound Heartland FC as he slotted in his first League goal of the season at the death (92')

In Lagos, Junior Lokosa opened the scoring for Sporting Lagos in the 33rd minute, before winger and Lobi's top scorer, Samuel Tiza, levelled the scores for the visitors with his seventh of the season.

Full Results in the Matchday 28 of the Nigeria Premier Football League.

Gombe United 0-0 Remo Stars
Bayelsa United 1-0 Heartland FC
Sporting Lagos 1-1 Lobi Stars
Enyimba 5 -0 Kano Pillars
Abia Warriors 1-0 Plateau United
Enugu Rangers 2-0 Sunshine Stars
Akwa United 0-1 Doma United
Bendel Insurance 1-3 Niger Tornadoes
Shooting Stars 2-0 Kwara United

Bendel Insurance of Benin suffered a devastating 3-1 home loss to Niger Tornadoes, while Kano Pillars crumbled in the hands of the Peoples Elephant in a 5-0 loss in the Matchday 28 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Enyimba left no stone unturned in the “Zob...

04/04/2024

"With both coaches new to the teams' set up and needing a win to start their campaigns on a high, it was coach Bala Abubakar of Doma United who came out tops and ended his side's 10-game winless run."

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Bendel Insurance of Benin suffered a devastating 3-1 home loss to Niger Tornadoes, while Kano Pillars crumbled in the hands of the Peoples Elephant in a 5-0 loss in the Matchday 28 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Enyimba left no stone unturned in the “Zob...

03/04/2024

After Wike’s Tantrums, Fubara Promises Surprises to Those Who Dare Him

By Confidence Biebara

Days after his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, threw tantrums in a televised interview, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has put those who perceive him as weak on notice that he has surprises awaiting them.

Fubara gave this notice on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 while addressing members of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) from the 23 local government areas of Rivers State on a solidarity rally at Government House Gate in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

He made it clear that he will surprise those who consider his decision to implement the presidential peace pact as a sign of weakness.

“Let me say it here for record purposes: What is happening here in our dear State is somebody who has respect for an elder.

“Mr. President invited all the parties to Abuja, and came out with a resolution that we should go and implement. That resolution, I am implementing it. It is not a constitutional implementation. It is a political solution to a problem.

“And I am doing it because of the respect I have for Mr President. But, let me say it here, if that action that I have accepted to take would be seen as a weakness, I will surprise them. I want this message to go to them.”

This warning appears to be targeted at Wike and the 27 former members of the Rivers State House of Assembly who threatened to resume impeachment proceedings against the Governor days ago.

Fubara said despite several comments in the Media about his implementation of the peace initiative, he chose to be silent out of maturity and wisdom, stressing that it had become imperative to put the records straight for clarity.

He explained that his acceptance of President Bola Tinubu’s peace pact in the wake of the October 30, 2023 political crisis that engulfed the State, was predicated on his perception of the pact as a political solution rather than a constitutional issue.

He said that the implementation of the agreement, which according to him had since commenced, is borne out of his respect for the President, observing that other political actors appear to have taken his humility and compliance as a sign of weakness.

Speaking, the Rivers State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Alex Agwanwor warned that NLC will not hesitate to occupy anywhere used by the ex-lawmakers led by Martins Amaewhule, should they attempt another impeachment proceeding against the Governor.

He also warned that organised labour would be forced to withdraw its members working with the former lawmakers, if they decide to throw caution to the wind and attempt any illegality.

Sir Siminalayi Fubara Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Nyesom Ezenwo Wike - CON, GSSRS

Days after his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, threw tantrums in a televised interview, Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara has put those who perceive him as weak on notice that he has surprises awaiting them. Fubara gave this notice on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 while addressing members of the Nigeria...

03/04/2024

HT Bendel Insurance 0-3 Niger Tornadoes

Ernest Okakwe_Akintunde Azeez and Clinton Jephta's goals give Niger Tornadoes a 3-nil lead at the break, away at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium.

03/04/2024

Updates in the Matchday 28 of the Nigeria Premier Football League.

*FT*

Bayelsa United 1 - 0 Heartland FC

Sporting Lagos 1 - 1 Lobi Stars

Enyimba 5 - 0 Kano Pillars

Abia Warriors 1 - 0 Plateau United

Enugu Rangers 2- 0 Sunshine Stars

Akwa United 0 - 1 Doma United

*Still ongoing* ...

Bendel Insurance 0- 2 Niger Tornadoes

03/04/2024

HT Enyimba 3️⃣ - 0️⃣ Kano Pillars

Eze Ekwutoziam opened scoring for the Defending Champions, Chijioke Mbaoma then doubled Enyimba's lead for his 13th goal of the season and Joseph Atule slotted in the third of the game to give the Elephants of Aba a comfortable lead at the break.



More Half-Time Results across other Centres.

Rangers Int’l FC 1-0 Sunshine Stars

Abia Warriors 0-0 Plateaueau United

Bayelsa United 0-0 Heartland

Sporting Lagos 1-0 Lobi Stars

03/04/2024

GOAL
MD 28 of the

13' Enyimba 1-0 Kano Pillars

Finidi George's men take the lead through Eze Ekwutoziam

03/04/2024

Non-Indigenes in Bonny LGA Declare Support for Rivers Governor, Sim Fubara’s Administration

By Confidence Biebara

Non-indigenes in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State have declared their support for the Governor Siminalayi Fubara led administration in the State.

Coordinator of Non-Indigenes Simplified Movement, Bonny LGA Chapter, Emeka Mentus, made this declaration on Monday, April 1, 2024 during a visit to the State Coordinator and Personal Assistant to the Governor on Non-Indigenes, Sam Anya, in his office in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Mentus expressed the unwavering support and affirmed the resolute commitment of the non-indigenous community in Bonny LGA for Fubara’s administration, underscoring the remarkable achievements of the Governor within the short time he has been on the saddle.

He lauded Fubara’s proactive approach to governance, commending his dedication to the welfare of civil servants evidenced by consistent salary payments, promotions, and employment opportunities.

Highlighting the current administration’s infrastructural development strides, Mentus cited significant projects such as the Trans-Kalabari Road, Port Harcourt Ring Road, Opobo/Andoni Unity Road, and the forthcoming Elele-Omoku Road.

Asserting that these showcase the Governor’s vision to enhance connectivity and attract investments to Rivers State, Mentus, however, urged detractors to align with the Governor’s agenda for progress, rather than serving personal interests.

He reaffirmed the solidarity and loyalty of non-indigenous residents in Bonny LGA towards Siminalayi Fubara and Sam Anya, pledging collaborative efforts with non-indigenous leaders across the state to advance the government’s development agenda.

Sir Siminalayi Fubara Dame Anengi Barasua Anengi Barasua

Non-indigenes in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State have declared their support for the Governor Siminalayi Fubara led administration in the State. Coordinator of Non-Indigenes Simplified Movement, Bonny LGA Chapter, Emeka Mentus, made this declaration on Monday, April 1, 2024 during a visi...

01/04/2024

Titled Citizens Assembly Donates Cash Gifts in Support for Education

By Clariza Allison

In an inspiring demonstration of its commitment to Education, the Bonny Kingdom Titled Citizens Assembly (TCA) has donated the sum of N1 million in scholarship grants to support indigent students of Bonny LGA in different tertiary institutions across the country.

Presenting the cheques to the beneficiaries on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Ibani-Se Hall in Bonny, Rivers State, President of the TCA, Amaopusenibo Furosia Wilcox highlighted the critical role Education plays in the lives of students.

A total of 10 students from various tertiary institutions emerged as beneficiaries of the scholarship programme after the rigorous selection process. Each of them got N100,000 to support their academic quests.

They are Hart, Emmanuel from Dema-Abbey, studying Electrical Engineering at Rivers State University, Nkpolu Oroworukwo; Allison, Kelvin Asiya from Oloma, studying Animal and Environmental Biology at University of Port Harcourt, Choba; Henry, Deborah

Funmi from Greens Iwoama, studying Political and Administrative Studies at University of Port Harcourt, Choba; Jumbo, Marvel Monday from Georgekiri, studying Mechanical Engineering at Rivers State University, Nkpolu Oroworukwo; and Weekse-Pepple, Wiu Tamunodienye, who hails from Otobie, and studying Physics with Electronics at University of Port Harcourt, Choba.

Others are LongJohn, Somieari Aminia, from Abalamabie, studying Electrical Engineering Rivers State University, Nkpolu Oroworukwo; Abbey, Lolia Sopirinye from Dema-Abbey, studying Integrated Science and Education at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE); Brown, Miebi Emmanuella from Finima, studying Electrical Engineering at Rivers State University, Nkpolu Oroworukwo; Wilcox, Tamunoipirinye Ruth from Ayama (Peterside), studying History and Diplomatic Studies at University of Port Harcourt, Choba; and Attoni, Iju Emmanuel, who hails from Finima and studying Fine and Applied Arts at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE).

He urged the scholarship recipients to seize what he described as “this life-changing opportunity”, and strive for excellence, emphasizing the transformative power of Education in shaping the future of students.

“Today the 30th day of March 2024, the titled citizens had our first general meeting in the year which usually comes up at this time of the season that’s the Easter season every year today we also carried out our initiative of education grants to students in the tertiary institutions.”

“The body of titled citizens in Bonny kingdom, looking at every one of us we are blessed by God in our various endeavors in life and the titled citizen feel that we should also give back to the Kingdom in whatever form we choose to do so.”

“And for now we thought doing education grants to support the indigents students of Bonny extraction in the tertiary institutions would be the right way to go and then we charged our education and human capital development committee to source for the ten beneficiaries.”

Commending the Committee that handled the selection process for a job well done, the TCA President noted that as a lawyer by training and a dedicated advocate for Education, the Assembly under his watch has taken significant steps towards fostering academic excellence and alleviating the financial burdens on deserving students.

“The Committee diligently did that and they carried out a transparent process that has produced the ten pioneer beneficiaries of the titled citizen assembly education grant.”

“And obviously, I should say we are expecting more and we hope everything will continue to go as we make progress.”

In an interview with Kristina Reports, one of the beneficiaries, Hart Emmanuel Dagogo stated that the grant will go a long way in paying some bills and give the students a stable ground for conducive learning.

“My name is Hart Emmanuel Dagogo from the Rivers State University, Electrical Engineering.”

“I’m very happy about this grant. Prior to this time, we had lots of things to pay for but this N100,000 given today will cover for a lot, at least, giving me a stable ground in my academy.”

“I’m very grateful to the TCA and the committee and I pray God bless them and If this can continue it will be of great help to many students out there because when our parents send us to school they expect us to study and come out with good grades.”

“But if yours not financially backed up that is not possible so a big thank you to the committee and TCA. And I believe the next one will be better than this now.”

King Perekule Palace Bonny Chiefs' Council - BCC Furo Julius Wilcox Anengi Barasua Dame Anengi Barasua Bonny Local Government Sir Siminalayi Fubara Bonny Youths Federation Nig Bonny Youths 360 Rivers State University Updates from Wale Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Port Harcourt, Nigeria

In an inspiring demonstration of its commitment to Education, the Bonny Kingdom Titled Citizens Assembly (TCA) has donated the sum of N1 million in scholarship grants to support indigent students of Bonny LGA in different tertiary institutions across the country. Presenting the cheques to the benefi...

01/04/2024

Good morning, Football fans😂

Gunners roll call?

31/03/2024

FT CAFCC QF First Leg

Rivers United 1-0 USM Alger

31/03/2024

Rivers United 1-0 USM Alger

Okejepha Augustine 10'

The Pride of Rivers with a bright start to the encounter

31/03/2024

Getting set for Kick-off at the Nest of Champions.

Quarter Finals 1st Leg
Rivers United vs USM Alger

31/03/2024

The Easter Sunday Football line up is givingggggg or whatever the kids say these days👀😅🔥

Nigeria: State Fa Cup:

Lagos State FA Cup
16:00 Ikorodu FC vs Inter Lagos FC

Ekiti State FA Cup
16:00 Ekiti United FC vs Ekiti Feeders FC

Africa: CAF Confederation Cup
14:00 Rivers Utd vs USM Alger

England: Premier League
14:00 Liverpool vs Brighton
16:30 Manchester City vs Arsenal

Spain: Laliga
13:00 CELTA Vigo vs Vallecano
15:15 Girona vs Real Betis
17:30 Alaves vs Real Sociedad
20:00 Real Madrid vs Bilbao

Germany: Bundesliga
14:30 Augsburg vs Koln
16:30 Stuttgart vs Heidenheim
18:30 Bochum vs Darmstadt

Netherlands: Eredivisie
11:15 PEC Zwolle vs Ajax
11:30 Feyenoord vs Utrecht
13:30 Twente vs Heracles
15:45 Almere vs Volendam

France: Ligue 1
12:00 Lorient vs Stade Brestois
14:00 Clermont vs Toulouse
14:00 Nice vs Nantes
16:05 Strasbourg vs Stade Rennais
19:45 Marseille vs PSG

31/03/2024

Yesterday's Football Results🔥

🌍 AFRICA: CAF Champions League
Mazembe 0-0 Petro Atletico
Young Africans 0-0 M. Sundowns
Esperance Tunis 0-0 ASEC Mimosas

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ENGLAND: Premier League
Newcastle 4-3 West Ham
Bournemouth 2-1 Everton
Chelsea 2-2 Burnley
Nottingham 1-1 Crystal Palace
Sheffield Utd 3-3 Fulham
Tottenham 2-1 Luton
Aston Villa 2-0 Wolves
Brentford 1-1 Manchester Utd

🇪🇸 SPAIN: LaLiga
Getafe 0-1 Sevilla
Almeria 0-3 Osasuna
Valencia 0-0 Mallorca
Barcelona 1-0 Las Palmas

🇫🇷 FRANCE: Ligue 1
Metz 2-5 Monaco
Lyon 1-1 Reims

🇩🇪 GERMANY: Bundesliga
Bayer Leverkusen 2-1 Hoffenheim
Monchengladbach 0-3 Freiburg
Eintracht Frankfurt 0-0 Union Berlin
RB Leipzig 0-0 Mainz
Werder Bremen 0-2 Wolfsburg
Bayern Munich 0-2 Dortmund

🇮🇹 ITALY: Serie A
Napoli 0-3 Atalanta
Genoa 1-1 Frosinone
Torino 1-0 Monza
Lazio 1-0 Juventus
Fiorentina 1-2 AC Milan

31/03/2024

Nigeria: State FA Cup Results:

Akwa Ibom State FA Cup Final
Akwa United 1-0 FC One Rocket

Niger State FA Cup Final
Niger Tornadoes Niger 1-0 Tornadoes Feeders

Gombe State FA Cup Final
Doma United (3) 0-0 (0) Gombe United

Plateau State FA Cup Final
Plateau United (4)1-1(1) Mighty Jets

Ebonyi State Fa Cup Final
Cynosure FC (5)1-1(3) P.C.M FC

Ondo State FA Cup Final
Sunshine Stars 2-0 Adamimogo FC

Benue State FA Cup Final
Lobi Stars 2-1 Flight Fc Gboko

Osun State FA Cup Final
Osun State FC 1-0 Hammola FC

Kastina State FA Cup Final
Kastina United 2-1 Jnr Danburam

Kaduna State Fa Cup Final
Green Beret 2-0 Simoiben Football Academy

Nasarawa State FA Cup Final
Nasarawa United (4)1-1(5) FC Basira

Sokoto State Fa Cup Final
Sokoto United 3-0 Jedo Academy

Kwara State Fa Cup Final
Kwara united 2-1 ABS

Kano State Fa Cup Final
Kano Pillars 1-0 Pro Line FC

Enugu State FA Cup final
Rangers International FC vs Coal City United - DNF

Kogi State Fa Cup Final
FC Bako 1-4 Kogi Central FC

Bauchi State Fa Cup Final
Wikki Tourists 1-0 Warinje

Cross River State Fa Cup Final
Rovers FC (4) 2-2 (5) May/Frank FC

Anambra State Fa Cup Final
Solution FC 1-0 Edel FC

Zamfara State Fa Cup Final
Zamfara United (3)1-1(1) Zamfara United Feeders

Borno State Fa Cup Final
El-Kanemi Warriors 3-0 Kadafur FC.

Imo state FA Cup final

Ikukuoma FC 2-1 Fr Eburuaja FC

Kebbi State FA Cup

Kebbi United 0-1 Discovery Football Academy

30/03/2024

Exciting football action this weekend🤭

We are psyched, are you?

Which tie tickles your fancy? ⤵️

Saturday, March 30, 2024:

Nigeria: State FA Cup:

Akwa Ibom State FA Cup Final
16:00 Akwa United vs FC One Rocket

Niger State FA Cup Final
16:00 Niger Tornadoes vs Niger Tornadoes Feeders

Gombe State FA Cup Final
16:00 Doma United vs Gombe United

Plateau State FA Cup Final
15:00 Plateau United vs Mighty Jets

Ebonyi State Fa Cup Final
16:00 Cynosure FC vs P.C.M FC

Ondo State FA Cup Final
15:00 Sunshine Stars vs Adamimogo FC

Benue State FA Cup Final
16:00 Lobi Stars vs Flight Fc Gboko

Osun State FA Cup Final
16:00 Osun State FC vs Hammola FC

Kastina State FA Cup Final
16:00 Kastina United vs Jnr Danburam

Kebbi State Fa Cup Final
16:00 Kebbi United Fc vs Discovery Football Academy

Kano State Fa Cup Final
15:30 Kano Pillars vs Pro Line FC

Enugu State FA Cup final
16:00 Rangers International FC vs Coal City United

CAF Champions League:

14:00 Mazembe vs Petro Atletico
19:00 Young Africans vs M. Sundowns
22:00 Esperance Tunis vs ASEC Mimosas

ENGLAND: Premier League:

13:30 Newcastle vs West Ham
16:00 Bournemouth vs Everton
16:00 Chelsea vs Burnley
16:00 Nottingham vs Crystal Palace
16:00 Sheffield Utd vs Fulham
16:00 Tottenham vs Luton
18:30 Aston Villa vs Wolves
21:00 Brentford vs Manchester Utd

SPAIN: LaLiga:

14:00 Getafe vs Sevilla
16:15 Almeria vs Osasuna
18:30 Valencia vs Mallorca
21:00 Barcelona vs Las Palmas

FRANCE: Ligue 1:

17:00 Metz vs Monaco
21:00 Lyon vs Reims

GERMANY: Bundesliga:

15:30 Bayer Leverkusen vs Hoffenheim
15:30 B. Monchengladbach vs Freiburg
15:30 Eintracht Frankfurt vs Union Berlin
15:30 RB Leipzig vs Mainz
15:30 Werder Bremen vs Wolfsburg
18:30 Bayern Munich vs Dortmund

ITALY: Serie A:

12:30 Napoli vs Atalanta
15:00 Genoa vs Frosinone
15:00 Torino vs Monza
18:00 Lazio vs Juventus
20:45 Fiorentina vs AC Milan

Sunday, March 31, 2024:

CAF Confederation Cup, Quarterfinals:

14:00 Rivers United vs USM Alger
18:00 Stade Malien vs Dreams
20:00 Abu Salim vs RSB Berkane
20:00 Future vs Zamalek SC

Premier League:

14:00 Liverpool vs Brighton
16:30 Manchester City vs Arsenal

La Liga:

13:00 Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano
15:15 Girona vs Real Betis
17:30 Deportivo Alaves vs Real Sociedad
20:00 Real Madrid vs Athletic Club

30/03/2024

CAFCC: Rivers United Coach, Stanley Eguma – We Have Everything At Our Disposal To Make A Bold Statement

By Ikio Biobelemoye

Rivers United Technical Manager, Stanley Eguma, made bold by insisting his side has everything at their disposal to win big, despite the pedigree of the opposition, USM Alger, on Sunday, March 31, 2024, in the first leg of the quarter-final in the CAF Confederation Cup.

The Rivers United Gaffer reiterated on several occasions, the difficulty of the task, but believes that his side can come out victorious on home turf and make the second leg a formality.

“That’s our plan and ambition. It’s our home and fortress and we have everything at our disposal to make a bold statement. To make a statement by winning well, winning big, that’s our plan. We know it’s going to be difficult but we are equal to the task. “

“We know that whatever good result we get here will help us in the second leg. We want to see that we convert our chances which we will definitely create and get the needed goals and then go to Algers and make the second leg a formality.

“I know it’s an uphill task but it is very surmountable and with the calibre of team we have and the motivation in the team, we are ready.

“We thank the management and the sponsors of the team for all their efforts so far. Getting to this stage is not easy but we know that we are equal to the task.”

The gaffer further revealed that he is not in the dark about the experience, exposure and strength of the opposition, adding that his side would unleash their tactical plans.

“The USM team is a very strong team, they are the defending champions and the cup holder and I think it’s a big clash. The team is ready, we have patterned our strategies, we have our tactical plans and I think that on Sunday we will unleash them.

“We have respect for our opponents because we know they are more exposed and more experienced but I think with what we have, we have to make sure that we give our best to see that we raise the name of the country Nigeria. We cannot come to anything less than that. We are ready.

The TotalEnergies CAF Confederation’s Cup will on Sunday, March 31, 2024, see the start of the much anticipated two-legged quarter-final clash between Rivers United and title holders USM Alger.

Rivers United will host the first leg at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo by 2 pm.

Rivers United Technical Manager, Stanley Eguma, made bold by insisting his side has everything at their disposal to win big, despite the pedigree of the opposition, USM Alger, on Sunday, March 31, 2024, in the first leg of the quarter-final in the CAF Confederation Cup. The Rivers United Gaffer reit...

29/03/2024

Call Wike To Order, Sekibo, Maeba, Others Implore President Tinubu

By Emmanuel Nwafor

As the relationship between Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, becomes obviously strained, more political gladiators have made public statements that have accentuated their previously mystified political leanings.

Recently, members of the former Rivers State Peoples Democratic Party Presidential Campaign Council in the 2023 general elections have declared support for the Fubara led administration in Rivers State, as well as the presidency of Bola Tinubu.

The Council, however, in a statement jointly signed by its former Chairman, Lee Maeba, and Director General, Abiye Sekibo, implored President Tinubu to call Wike to order over what it termed insults on former Governor Peter Odili and his wife, Justice Mary Odili.

“Lately, he has resorted to insulting our revered leader and former Governor, His Excellency, Sir Dr. Peter Odili, Commander of the Order of the Niger(CON); and his wife, Her Excellency, Honourable Justice Mary Odili, CFR, DSSRS, because they refused to support him in his failed attempt to unjustifiably impeach the duly elected Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, Grand Service Star of Rivers State (GSSRS)….

The 2023 PDP PCC also said it was saddened by the actions of Nyesom Wike whom they accused of acting against the interest of Rivers people.

“Unfortunately, he has consistently abused the privilege that God bestowed upon him through the votes of the people by acting against the interest of the people….”

The Council also accused Wike of running a kleptocratic government whilst he held sway as Governor of Rivers State.

They further advised President Tinubu to pay close attention to the activities of the Nyesom Wike led FCT administration to avoid an extension of the kleptocratic activities.

They also vowed not to standby and allow the activities of Nyesom Wike destroy the peace of Rivers State saying ” if Wike troubles Rivers People, he shall surely inherit the wind in an overdose….”

Prominent members of the now defunct Rivers State PDP presidential campaign council include Sekibo, a former Minister of Transport, Maeba, a former Senator representing South-East Senatorial District, former Governor, Celestine Omehia, and former National Chairman of the PDP, Uche Secondus, a former Deputy Governor of the State, Tele Ikuru, and a former Commissioner for Women Affairs, Toru Ofili, among others.

Nyesom Ezenwo Wike - CON, GSSRS Sir Siminalayi Fubara Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu

As the relationship between Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, becomes obviously strained, more political gladiators have made public statements that have accentuated their previously mystified political leanings. Recently, members of the former Rivers State....

29/03/2024

ARCON Inducts RISAA MD, Aye Pepple, Insists on Deepening Professionalism in Advertising Space

By MaryJane Obiwumma

The Advertising Regulating Council of Nigeria (ARCON) says it is poised on deepening professionalism in the advertising space in Nigeria, just as it inducted a new member, Aye Pepple.

Pepple, who is the Managing Director of the Rivers State Signage and Advertisement Agency (RISAA), was inducted by the Director General of ARCON, Olalekan Fadolapo, PhD, on Thursday, March 28, 2024 in Lagos, Nigeria.

Fadolapo, said the RISAA Chief Executive Officer was inducted into ARCON after certifying the requisite conditions for such.

“Having certified the conditions and requirements of the law today, I hereby induct you as an associate registered practitioner in advertising (arpa)

Responding, the Managing Director of RISAA, Aye Pepple, DSSRS,arpa thanked the management of ARCON for the honour done him, assuring that under his watch RISAA will mainstream professionalism and best practices within the advertising space in Rivers State.

He urged all stakeholders in the advertising ecology to coalesce together with a view to ensuring that advertising practice in Nigeria is back to its glory days, adding that RISAA will deliver on its assigned mandate in line with relevant laws in the country.

The Advertising Regulating Council of Nigeria (ARCON) says it is poised on deepening professionalism in the advertising space in Nigeria, just as it inducted a new member, Aye Pepple. Pepple, who is the Managing Director of the Rivers State Signage and Advertisement Agency (RISAA), was inducted by t...

29/03/2024

Police Crack Down on Car Theft Syndicate: 26 Suspects Apprehended in Rivers State Operation

By Confidence Biebara

In a recent press briefing held at the Police Headquarters in Port Harcourt, Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu disclosed the successful dismantling of a notorious car theft syndicate operating in Rivers State.

The briefing, held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, shed light on the extensive criminal activities of the syndicate and the significant strides made by law enforcement in curbing their operations.

According to the briefing, there was apprehension of 26 suspects involved in various aspects of car theft ring.

Those arrested are; Chidozie Anthony Onyekwe, Male, 34 years, Kelechi Uzo-Igwe, M, 30 years, Isaac Udofia, aka Atiku, M, 43 years, Godwin Udota, aka Tommy, M, 41 years, Ikechukwu Enyinnaya, M, 42 years, Chibueze Dominic, aka Chimez, M, 33 years, Justice Saturday, M, 25 years, and Sunday Okah, aka Seke, M, 31 years

Disu revealed that the syndicates were responsible for the theft of over 79 cars, with a considerable portion of their operation centered around dismantling stolen vehicles for spare parts.

The syndicates, which had been active since January 2023, employed a range of illegal tactics to acquire vehicles, including snatching cars at gunpoint, disabling digital trackers, and exploiting spare keys.

The operation spanned multiple states, with a particular focus on areas such as Akpajo, Eleme Junction, and Owerri. Additionally, the syndicate utilized ex-convicts and fake police officers to facilitate their criminal activities.

Among those arrested were individuals with extensive criminal histories, including previous convictions for offenses such as oil bunkering and involuntary manslaughter who all relocated from different states to operate in Rivers State.

Notably, Kelechi Uzo-Igwe, a mechanic and electrician by trade, played a crucial role in disabling digital trackers installed in stolen vehicles. The syndicate also had connections to scrap yards in Onitsha, where stolen cars were dismantled and sold for parts.

The Commissioner of Police credited the successful operation to the collaborative efforts between the law enforcement agencies and the public.

According to him, police officers responding to reports of stolen vehicles, launched investigations that led to the arrest of key suspects and the recovery of stolen cars.

Disu emphasized the importance of community engagement in combating organized crime and urged continued vigilance from citizens.

The dismantling of the car theft syndicate represents a significant victory for law enforcement in Rivers State.

Olatunji Disu reassured the public of the police’s commitment to maintaining peace and security in the region, urging citizens to report any suspicious activities promptly.

With the apprehension of key figures and the recovery of stolen vehicles, the operation serves as a stern warning to criminal elements seeking to exploit the state’s transportation infrastructure for illicit gain.

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In a recent press briefing held at the Police Headquarters in Port Harcourt, Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu disclosed the successful dismantling of a notorious car theft syndicate operating in Rivers State. The briefing, held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, shed light on the extensive criminal....