This content was shared on one of the WhatsApp groups I am member of. Unfortunately, I was unable to get the original author of the content but think it is worth sharing. Read through and share your views about the writer’s opinion. STATE OF THE NATION I have been following closely the activities of this government and whenever I have the opportunity, I try to find out the opinions of people as regards the performance of this government. I just realized that the hardship faced by many Nigerians is simply as a result of the fact that almost everyone of…
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“I wish to say without fear of contradiction that Peterside is a symbol of unity, a visionary, egalitarian and, most importantly, a great patriot whose love for Rivers State and her people is infectious. Here is a man who is reputed as a charismatic and disciplined leader; creative and hard-working, a broad-minded fellow with strategic insight. He brings integrity, compassion, and intellectual dimension to bear in tackling tough political issues. He is truly a bridge-builder and loyal to friendship. He boasts credible credentials as a renowned resource person on petroleum matters, leadership/management expert, motivational speaker and a respected authority on…
Two days after Sahara Reporters published an offensive article written by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State against the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, Nigerians are now mocking the online news platform over its persistent attack on Ekiti State Governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose and his Rivers State counterpart, Nyesom Wike. On December 27, Sahara Reporters, which is known as the propaganda platform of the APC had published an article titled; “Pastor Adeboye’s Endorsement Of Gov. Ayo Fayose And Its Contradictions” purportedly written by a non-existing Pastor Julius Oluwafemi to…
The Integrity Youth Alliance has condemned the statement credited to the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike saying the violence that marred the rerun elections in the state was orchestrated by security agencies with a motive to making the state ungovernable for politically motivated reasons. The group in a statement signed by its Secretary General, Danjuma Lamido said they were surprised that Nyesom Wike is still accusing the Police High Command in the arrest of all his personal police details who accompanied him protest at SARS office despite the Police High Command explanation that Policemen are not allowed to be partisan.…
…Condemns decision to set up parallel Commission, sponsorship of violent attacks against FG Agencies …States that Wike is a Security Risk The refusal of Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, to cooperate with the Panel set up by Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Ibrahim Idris to investigate the violence that marred the December 10 legislative rerun elections in the State has been described as a bad omen. “This is a direct affront to Federal powers and should be swiftly met with appropriate response by those whose authority he is challenging so as not to embolden others to follow his dangerous example,”…
In continuation of its spirited efforts to ameliorate the hardship indigent students face in attaining formal education, the Senator Buruji Kashamu-inspired Omoilu Foundation on Tuesday presented a cheque of 150,000 to one Ogunbanjo Olawale of the Computer Science department of Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic to cover his tuition fee of N105,000 and N45,000 for his upkeep. Speaking on the occasion, the Director-General of the Foundation in the Southwest zone, Otunba Adeleke Adekoya said the Foundation is ready to do everything possible towards assisting indigent students. “This gesture is in line with the Foundation’s undying commitment to ensuring affordability of qualitative education…
Former Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, delivered the paper below at the annual lecture and dinner of Club Two-Seven Ilorin, 26th December, 2016. “This is certainly not a great time to be a parent. You give birth to a child; you spend a lot of money to send the child through primary education, you pay through expensive secondary schools, you pay through the university, you find him or her a place you think is safe or has prospects to serve the NYSC, while serving you continue to augment the allowance; then after service, you either pay…
I have dwelled all my life in the home of a prolific author of books rich enough to earn the award of a noble Laurette, yet I have never for once deemed it fit to express my feelings in writing. My first encounter with this man of noble character melted my hard heart about people in power and truly gave me a new hope. Call it love at first sight and you will definitely not be wrong in your choice of words. The Kwara South Senator, who is currently the Chairman Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and other Financial Institutions,…
The Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Ayodele Fayose has said that what Nigerians are now desirous of hearing from the All Progressives Congress (APC) led federal government is the defeat of hunger and untold hardship ravaging the country and not recycled stories of defeat of Boko Haram insurgents, which is as usual, aimed at diverting the attention of Nigerians from the fact that there is ravaging hunger at this time of the year. The governor said it has become predictable that whenever Nigerians cry of the pains and sufferings they are going through, the federal government will come with stories…
Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, on Monday, described the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Yakubu Dogara, as a young and innovative political leader that continues to serve as a bridge between the various sections of the country. Saraki, in his congratulatory message on the 49th birthday of the Speaker, signed by his Special adviser for Media and Publicity, Mr. Yusuph Olaniyonu, stated that Dogara’s leadership of the House of Representatives, was a clear demonstration that young politicians can bring unprecedented leadership qualities and fresh ideas to the table in the development of Nigeria. “Since the 8th Assembly…
All Progressive Congress (APC) Aspirant for the Chairman of Epe Local Government Area, Hon. Giwa Idris (ALOMA), has enjoined the people of Lagos State and Epe Local Government Area to embrace the love of Jesus Christ and shun bitterness in their relationship towards one another, as Christians all over the world celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. In a statement made available to journalists in Epe, Hon. Giwa (ALOMA) extolled the virtues of Jesus Christ, saying such life should be an example for everyone who seeks the greatness of Epe land and Lagos State. “The life of Jesus Christ is…
The Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Buruji Kashamu has urged Nigerians to show love to one another in spite of the challenges of the times. In a Christmas message issued in Lagos today, Kashamu said Christians and indeed all Nigerians should draw useful lessons from how Jesus Christ rose above and beyond the circumstances of his birth to become the saviour of mankind. “In the same vein, I urge my fellow countrymen and women to celebrate this season and show some love towards one another, notwithstanding the challenges they are facing. “The commemoration of…
The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has demanded for the immediate and unconditional release of a youth activist and the National President of National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Mr. Ikenga Ugochinyere who was arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS). Ugochinyere was arrested and his office broken into by sledge hammer-wielding DSS operatives, who stormed his private office at about 2a.m. in the Garki area of Abuja. The CNPP in a statement signed by its Secretary General, Chief Willy Ezugwu, said “it is disturbing that the DSS has made its Gestapo style operation a routine modus operandi…
Fellow Nigerians, remember I predicted 20 things that will be experienced in Nigeria this year 2016. Almost 90 percent of what the Holy Spirit led me to predict came to pass. The Holy Spirit has once again led me to tell Nigerians what may happen in 2017. We therefore need prayer to avert further calamities in Nigeria. May God help our country. 1. 2017 will be a defining year for Nigeria as there will be major revolution and uprising against the Federal Government because of economic hardship. 2. More judges perceived not to be doing the bidding of the Federal…
Ebonyi State Governor, Engr. David Nweze Umahi, has signed the 2017 appropriation bill of N127,233,074,799 and the state Public Procurement and Related Matters Amendment Bill into law. While performing the ceremony at the Government House, Abakaliki, Umahi said that much was expected to come from his administration’s agricultural programme. He consequently directed key officers in agriculture to structure the sector in such a way that it would generate very high revenue for the state. Umahi stressed that hardwork was needed in addition to prayers and faith to achieve the best result. The governor said, “If you check, you will find…
Fellow Nigerians, I want you to take note of the followings that will unavoidably happen under the Buhari-led government in 2016. 1. Workers Strike: There will be so much industrial unrest, especially in the first quarter of the year. 2. Subsidy: There will be removal of fuel subsidy and petrol (PMS) will sell over and above N100/litre, leaving the masses in more serious hardship. Product will not be available and long queue in petrol stations will persist throughout the first quarter of 2016 and beyond. 3. Electricity: Power generation will drop to the lowest ebb. Still, Federal Government will increase…
“Positive shock that awaits those coming back home this season: They will encounter the amazing revolution taking place in Ebonyi. They will be shocked that the flyovers they see in other big cities in Nigeria are now very visible in our state. They will be shocked that most of the headquarters of our local government areas are now fully electrified, even as street lights are now part of life in Ebonyi State. They will be shocked by the beauty and peace in the state as the governor has ensured that no criminal activity is witnessed during this season. They will…
Resident of Ebonyi State can now comprehend the difference between a digital and analog Governor. Light and darkness has nothing in common. Governor David Umahi Nweze came on the platform of Divine mandate and he has shown Ebonyians that he is the symbol of light. The David of Ebonyi State is busy transforming the state from a mini city to a mega city. Leadership is meant for young, vibrate, energetic, articulate people. Ebonyi youths! Our man is on the throne, this is the right time.
The attention of the Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki has been drawn to a statement issued today to the media by the Department of State Services (DSS) in which the Department raised allegations against Mr. Ugochinyere Ikenga, an aide to the Senate President. Though the DSS has not officially informed the Senate President of the allegations against Ikenga, Dr. Saraki, having read the statement now circulating online will want to make it clear that he will never condone any action by any of his aides which threatens the peace of the country or is against the provisions of the…
River State All Progressives Congress (APC) member, Augustine Onyekachi Wokocha, who was alleged to the person behind the killing of DSP Mohammed Alkali and his orderly has denied any involvement in the murder act. Onyekachi denied the allegation in a statement made available to the Forth Estate of the Realm today. His words: “My name is Augustine Onyekachi Wokocha. I am a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State. Before now I have served in various capacities first as a member of Rivers State House of Assembly and later as Commissioner for Power for nearly eight…