Rivers State and Port Harcourt People

07/12/2024

12/11/2024

30/10/2024

WHY THE OBOLO (ANDONI) PEOPLE CALL GOD "AWAJI"

-—By Paul Alfred

"AWAJI" is the Obolo name for God. The name was formed by joining two different words: "AWA" and "EJI".

The "awa" is arguably the most sacred place in Andoni religious philosophy. It is the sanctuary or innermost part of the shrine of a deity, masquerade or spiritual order. The "awa" is the source or essence of power; a stronghold, fortress, hiding place.

In Obolo tradition, it is only persons that have been fully initiated into a particular spiritual order that can enter its "awa". This is because the "awa" is the very source of life and secrets of the spiritual order it serves. Popular "Awa" in Andoni include "Awa York Obolo", "Awa Nwantam" and "Awa Ekirikamba".

"EJI" in Andoni is a collective pronoun which simply means "we", "us" or more generally, Obolo people. That is "eji ebi Obolo".

Consequently, in referring to God as "Awa-Eji", the Obolo people recognize God as the ultimate "Awa". Unlike other "awa" that are exclusive to their respective spiritual orders, God is the "Awa-Eji"; the "Awa" of all of us (Eji).

Recalling the meaning of "awa", what this implies is that for us (eji ebi Obolo), God is the source, secret and essence of our existence. Like the "awa", God is our defence, fortress, hiding place and power behind our life.

I need to emphasize that "awa Nwantam" for instance is open only to persons fully initiated into the Nwantam masquerade order. But "Awa Eji" is the "Awa" of all of us (eji). It is the only "awa" that is open to and accessible by all of us (eji). "Awa Eji", our own collective "Awa" without discrimination. This means that we all have equal privilege to access God because God is AWA-EJI.

29/10/2024

Port Harcourt is a beautiful, clean, and peaceful city located in Ikwerre Land, Rivers State, Nigeria. It is a city that is known for its stunning landscapes, friendly people, and rich cultural heritage. Despite its many challenges, Port Harcourt remains one of the most vibrant and dynamic cities in Nigeria.

Unfortunately, there are some people who have never seen a clean city in their state, let alone a beautiful one like Port Harcourt. These individuals often leave their States, only to arrive in Port Harcourt and years later start saying off comments about Rivers people.

They show disrespect towards the Rivers people and make derogatory comments about the city, despite the fact that their own state is nothing like Port Harcourt. The question is, why do they do this?

Perhaps it is due to a lack of exposure and understanding of what makes a city beautiful and vibrant. Or maybe it is simply a case of jealousy and envy. Whatever the reason, it is important to remember that Port Harcourt is a city that deserves to be celebrated and respected.

Despite its many challenges, Port Harcourt remains a city that is rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. The city has a lot to offer, from its stunning landscapes and vibrant culture to its welcoming people and vibrant nightlife.

In conclusion, Port Harcourt is a beautiful, clean, and peaceful city that is deserving of respect and admiration. The city is a testament to the resilience and strength of the Ikwerre people and Rivers State at large, and it is a place that should be celebrated and cherished by all Nigerians. So let us all work together to promote the beauty and vibrancy of Port Harcourt and to create a brighter future for the city and its people.

Photo by PH Drones

20/08/2024

HOW TO SURVIVE IN RIVERS STATE!!

1. Have money 💰

2. Know people that have money and connection for business
Expansion and intimidation from agborolization sake 🤝

3. Know the differences between Rumuomasi/ Rumuosi/ Rumuoghasi eneka/eneka road, rumuodara/rumuowara/ Lagos/Lagos street, Elumgbu/Egbelu 🚗

4. Don't fall in love

5.Just know that Woji and Woji phase 2 are different & never ever use Google map to Trek a 5min distance on your phone. Body go tell you🚶

6. Avoid woji girls. Very important

7. Obi wali road/ Obi wali conference Hall / Eze wali event centre make sure you know the difference

8. Meanwhile if you don't know the difference btw Aba road and Old Aba road, Elekahia and Alakahia your name na OYO, survival go dey far far away from you

9. Each direction you are going to have a sign language that the cab drivers understands perfectly eg Okoro☝ Okporo 🙏 etc. No worry no be person go teach you

10.And not everybody that says they're based in Port Hacourt actually stay in Port Harcourt..Some na obibo, Etche,,Omagwa they're all in Rivers state not Port Harcourt And also coming from Rivers state once you pass Emouha you are in imo state.

11. Never head to Ahoda/Elele at 6pm, you will sleep for road

12. Agip road and Agip know the difference

13. Anybody that tells you he/she is living at Eliozu extension just know that is eligbolo.

14. Choba, Nzogba and Ngwoba are three different places.

15. Eneka has beautiful houses and estates like Paradise Estate, Pearl Gardens Estate, unity Estate, Golden Estate, Shell Cooperative don't think it is only ghetto

16. If you are any area where you see too much boys gathering
And you hear aro my brother run 🏃‍♀️

17. You can not eat Bole and Fish in Rivers state and expect desame taste of bole in another state No way! You will come back because of bole and Fish.

18. Lastly Take number 4 & 6 seriously.

By Abiodun Adigun

18/03/2024

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01/04/2023

The Port Harcourt Tower is a new skyscraper built in Port Harcourt city

Originally designed to be a stock exchange building, the 16-Storey Tower will be used as an office complex.

The building is the second tallest building in Port Harcourt, the 17 - Storey Point Block at Rivers State Secretariat Complex is the tallest.

The Tower is located at the CFC junction, Aba road, Port Harcourt.

By Port Harcourt Amebo

26/02/2023

NLNG round-about, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria 🇳🇬

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25/02/2023

Beautiful shots of Rivers State Secretariat Complex in Port Harcourt.

The construction of the building began in 1975 by the first Military Governor of Rivers State, Alfred Diete-Spiff

The complex is a cluster of five high-rising buildings. The tallest building is 17 - Storey called Point Block, followed by a 10 - Storey building called Podium Block.

There are other three (3) seven- storey buildings partitioned into blocks A, B and C.

Cc: NDI