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  • BREAKING: After overseeing humiliation of Gov Fubara, Rivers CP removed

    BREAKING: After overseeing humiliation of Gov Fubara, Rivers CP removed

    Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun has removed Nwonyi Emeka as the Commissioner of Police (CP) in Rivers State and appointed CP Olatunji Disu in his stead.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Emeka was removed as the CP for Rivers State Police Command after overseeing the humiliation of the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara.

    The removal of Emeka and the appointment of Disu as the new Rivers CP is coming barely three days after youths in the State demanded his redeployment in a protest.

    This also follows reports of threats to Governor Fubara.

    Disu was the Principal Staff Officer of the IGP and immediate past head, Intelligence Response Team of the Nigeria Police Force.

    I-G orders posting, redeployment of 14 AIGs, 26 CPs

    Similarly, Egbetokun has ordered the posting and redeployment of 14 Assistant Inspectors-General of Police  (AIGs) and 25 other Commissioners of Police (CPs).

    The Force Public Relations Officer,  ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said this in a statement on Thursday in Abuja.

    Adejobi said the postings and redeployment were in line with the commitment of the Force to have a professionally competent, service driven, rule of law compliant and people friendly Police Force.

    He said it was also to reflect the new status of senior officers who were recently elevated to their next ranks.

    Adejobi said the newly posted and redeployed AIGs were Ogundele Ayodeji, Zone 7, Abuja, Patrick Edung, Zone 11 Osogbo, Badru Lawal, Border Patrol FHQ, Bartholomew Onyeka, Zone 8 Lokoja, Suleiman Yusuf, DOPS, FHQ and Idowu Owohunwa, FCID Annex Alagbon Lagos.

    Others are Rhoda Olofu, Maritime. Lagos,

    Godwin Aghaulor, Zone 13 Ukpo Dunukofia Awka, Effiom Ekot, ONSA Abuja, Anene Innocent, CTU FHQ Abuja, Odama Ojeka, Zone 16 Yenagoa, Ebong Eyibio, Zone 4 Makurdi, Adebowale Williams, Zone 17 Akure and Sahabo Yahaya, Investment FHQ Abuja.

    Adejobi said the 26 newly posted/redeployed CPs include George Chuku, Benue, Ahmed Tijani, Jigawa, Dan Shawulu, Niger, Usman Hayatu, Gombe, Danjuma Aboki, Imo, Disu Rilwan, Rivers, Joseph Eribo, Taraba, Isyaku Mohammed,  Osun, Mohammed Barde, Safer Highways, FHQ among others.

    He said the I-G had urged the newly posted/redeployed officers to work in tandem with the Force policy and support the agenda of government for economic recovery and growth, as well as socio-political development of the country.

    Adejobi said the I-G called on senior officers to entrench professionalism and diligent policing services to all officers and men under their command.

    He called on the officers to partner with relevant stakeholders to bring policing closer to the people, adding that the postings were with immediate effect.

  • Fubara apologises over political crisis in Rivers state

    Fubara apologises over political crisis in Rivers state

    Following the political crisis that rocked the state earlier this week, the Governor of Rivers State Siminalayi Fubara, has apologised to the people of the state for what he called ‘regrettable anxiety.’

    Fubara also thanked President Bola Tinubu, Rivers Elders and his brother governors for their intervention.

    In a statement that he signed, titled “Peace Is Priceless”, the governor recalled the events from the fire incident at the State Assembly Complex on Sunday night to the division in the House and his visit to the complex, the Governor maintained that his actions were aimed at restoring peace and stability in Rivers State.

    He said as a man of peace, the advancement of the state is his primary concern and that no sacrifice is too much for him to take to achieve this objective.

    Fubara also said his predecessor and Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike, shares a collective responsibility with him to leverage on their positions and influences within and outside the state to advance the progress, security and well-being of the people of Rivers State.

    The statement reads: “late on Sunday night, 29th October 2023, I was inundated with reports that the hallowed chamber of the Rivers state House of Assembly has been gutted by fire. The blaze was put out by the fire service, after which Security agencies took control of the situation.

    my visit to the Assembly complex on Monday, 30th October 2023 was to assess the level of damage and undertake remedial measures to protect lives and property within the assembly complex. I charged the security agencies to thoroughly investigate the incident and report to me.

    Shortly after, I got reports that the state House of Assembly had broken into two factions: one claiming to have impeached and suspended the house leader and 3 others preparatory to initiating an impeachment action against me, and the other rival faction impeaching the speaker and deputy speaker, thus sparking off some form of political crisis.

    I wish to thank the president of the federal republic of Nigeria, his excellency bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his fatherly intervention which opened a series of communication channels to facilitate the timely resolution of the festering crises. I wish to also thank our elders who are currently intervening in the matter.

    let me clearly state that my actions are aimed at restoring peace and stability in our state. i am a man of peace and as governor, the advancement of our state is my primary concern. consequently, no sacrifice is too much for me to make to achieve this objective.

    Furthermore, it is the collective responsibility of the immediate past governor and minister of the federal capital territory, his excellency,  chief barrister, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike,  GSSRS, life bencher and my humble self, to leverage on our positions and influences within and outside the state to advance the progress, security and well-being of our people.

    we must therefore not allow circumstances that could retard all efforts at achieving greatness for our people to prevail.

    On my part, I am always willing and ready to embrace the path to lasting peace and tranquility with a commitment to consummating all efforts and initiatives by Mr. president and other well-meaning Nigerians, including my brother governors and the elders.

    I assure the good people and youths of rivers state, that peace will certainly prevail, and we shall continue to work together to advance the peace, security, progress and development of our state.

    as governor, i sincerely apologize to the good people of Rivers state for the regrettable anxieties of the last few days, while thanking you all for your concerns, and continued support, love, and Prayers.

  • Rivers crisis: Wike denies demanding 25% from State coffers

    Rivers crisis: Wike denies demanding 25% from State coffers

    Minister of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, on Thursday, denied he is demanding 25 per cent from the coffers of the Rivers government.

    Wike denied this when a delegation of Rivers Caucus in the 10th National Assembly comprising three Senators and 11 members of the House of Representatives visited him in Abuja.

    Recall crisis had erupted in Rivers, after an attempt by the Rivers Assembly to impeach the incumbent Governor, Mr Siminalayi Fubara.

    “I was a governor for eight years. I am now FCT Minister, and some will say that I am asking for 25 per cent.

    “I am not interested in the governance of Rivers; I am not interested. I am here as a governor in FCT, but I am interested in the political structure of Rivers which we have built over the years.

    “If anybody dares to bring it down, the person will face the crisis he wants in his life. Perform or don’t perform, but don’t touch our political structure.

    “Anybody who puts his hand in our structure, anything you see, take it”, he warned.

    He urged members of the caucus not to disappoint the State but work as a team for the good of the people of Rivers.

    The minister said: “When you make mistakes, we will call you and tell you that you are making a mistake. Take it in good faith that we are calling your attention because we think that you are derailing.

    “But when we call you don’t say we are expecting a kickback of 25 per cent from you or so and so per cent.

    “All of us are one. We’ve built this political structure for a long time, since 2015, and we have emerged victorious.

    “As the opposition party from 2015, I saw hell. The Federal Government fought me left right and centre, but with your support, we survived.

    “When you work as a team, you’ll discover that it is difficult for an outsider to defeat you at home.”

    Earlier, Mr Kinsley Chinda (PDP-Rivers), Minority Leader in the House of Representatives, who spoke on behalf of the delegation, said that the visit was to identify with the minister.

    Chinda, representing Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency, added that the visit was also to thank Wike for his support during the 2023 general elections.

    He added that he played a key role in their emergence as law makers in the National Assembly.

    He said that Wike’s appointment was well deserved, condemned the political crisis in the state and declared their total support to Wike.

  • Court restrains Rivers lawmakers from impeaching Fubara

    Court restrains Rivers lawmakers from impeaching Fubara

    A Rivers State High Court of Isiokpo Division, on Wednesday, issued an interim injunction, restraining the state House of Assembly and the Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, from impeaching Gov. Siminalayi Fubara.

    Also restrained by the court are the Deputy Speaker, the Clerk and the state Chief Judge, Justice Simeon Chibuzor-Amadi.

    The Presiding Judge, Hon. Justice Ben Whyte, issued the order, following the deposition of the Motion Ex Parte, filed by Mr Damian Okoro (SAN) on behalf of the governor against the defendants.

    The court further restrained “the defendants and their agents, privies, proxies and representatives from initiating, continuing or proceeding with the process of the removal of the claimant from office as the governor of Rivers.”

    The defendants were also restrained by the order of the court from “interfacing with and/or preventing the claimant from carrying out the duties and functions of his office as governor, pending the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice.’’

    Moreover, the judge ordered the parties in the case to maintain the status quo by not doing anything in furtherance of the purported impeachment of the applicant as governor.

    The case was later adjourned to November 14, for hearing.

  • BREAKING: Rivers Assembly serves impeachment notice on Gov. Fubara

    BREAKING: Rivers Assembly serves impeachment notice on Gov. Fubara

    The Rivers State House of Assembly has begun the process of impeaching the State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara.

    To this end, the State’s lawmakers served an impeachment notice on Fubara after removing the House Leader, Edison Ehie, who is believed to be on the Governor’s side.

    Twenty-four out of 32 members of Rivers Assembly have signed the document for Fubara’s impeachment.

    The decisions were taken at an emergency sitting by the lawmakers on Monday morning. The unusual sitting took place between 7am and 9am on Monday.

  • Impeachment plot: Rivers Governor, Fubara cries out

    Impeachment plot: Rivers Governor, Fubara cries out

    Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has asked lawmakers seeking his removal to tell Nigerians the offenses he committed.

    There was a plot to commence impeachment proceedings  Governor Fubara today.

    The move that was, however, thwarted following the fire explosion at the Rivers State House of Assembly during the early hours of Monday.

    Addressing journalists at the assembly complex, Governor Fubara said he has not committed any offence to warrant impeachment by the Rivers State House of Assembly.

    “What have I done? Let them come out and tell Rivers people the offence I have committed to warrant any impeachment,” he said.

    While assuring his people of getting the dividends of democracy, the governor said he would speak on the matter at the appropriate time.

    “Let me assure the people of Rivers that I will continue to ensure that you get the dividends of democracy. At the appropriate time I will address the press,” he said.

     

     

  • UPDATE: Watch Gov Fubara speak on teargassing incident

    UPDATE: Watch Gov Fubara speak on teargassing incident

    Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara has broke silence on the water-spraying and tear-gassing incident while he was on his way to the State House of Assembly Complex on Monday.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Governor Fubara was reportedly water-sprayed and tear-gassed while on his way to the State House of Assembly Complex on Monday.

    Speaking shortly after the incident, the Governor accused the security agencies in the State of compromise.

    “From what I have seen the security agency is even compromised. They were shooting at me directly but it doesn’t matter, somebody will die one day.

    “When people here ask who is this Fubara? He is that man that was killed for his struggle. I am not against anybody. I’m not planning anything against anybody that I don’t know where these things are coming from.

    “Let it be put on record that whoever masterminded this is trying to shift… I heard some people gathered to do whatever. That is purely rubbish.

    “You can’t sit when there is problem and say you are doing anything. What are you doing? I’m the chief security officer. I’m the head of the government… whatever action that is taken here is null and void.

    “For our good people, I know you are prayerful. You have been praying for me. God will see us to the end,” Fubara said.

    Watch Governor Fubara address the incident below:

     

  • BREAKING: Rivers Gov, Fubara tear-gassed, water-sprayed by Police as impeachment plot thickens

    BREAKING: Rivers Gov, Fubara tear-gassed, water-sprayed by Police as impeachment plot thickens

    Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara was water-sprayed and tear-gassed while on his way to the State House of Assembly Complex on Monday.

    TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports the Rivers State House of Assembly was on Sunday night set ablaze by yet to be known political thugs over the alleged move to impeach the State Governor.

    Security operatives tried to stop Governor Fubara from gaining access into the Rivers State House of Assembly complex with water and teargas.

    Addressing the youths of Rivers State at Government House, Port Harcourt, Governor Fubara said he has not committed any offence to warrant impeachment by the Rivers State House of Assembly.

    “Let them come out and tell Rivers people the offence I have committed to warrant any impeachment,” the governor said while addressing his supporters at the Assembly Complex.

    The governor, who assured the people of the state of getting the dividends of democracy, said he would speak on the matter at the appropriate time.

    “Let me assure the people of Rivers that I will continue to ensure that you get the dividends of democracy. At the appropriate time I will address the press,” he said.

    Watch moment the Rivers State Governor was tear-gassed and water-sprayed by the Police below:

     

  • Fire guts Rivers Assembly amid threat to impeach Gov Fubara

    Fire guts Rivers Assembly amid threat to impeach Gov Fubara

    The Rivers State House of Assembly (RSHA) was on Sunday night  set ablaze by yet to be known political thugs over the alleged move to impeach the state governor, Siminalayi Fubara and Leader of the House, Edison Ehie.

    Recall that civil society group, Coalition of Democratic Vanguard (CDV), recently  issued a strong  warning to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike and his allies who are allegedly seeking to impeach  Fubara and Ehie.

    However, it was  gathered that some thugs in a white Hilux van invaded the assembly complex at about 9.00pm yesterday, disarmed the security personnel on duty and allegedly  carried out the act.

    Findings show that the incident occurred at the assembly complex, opposite the Headquarters of the State Command Police, on Moscow Road, Port Harcourt.

    There were speculations that the legislature had concluded plans to impeach Gov. Fubara and Ehie today at it resumed sitting following some undisclosed issues.

    A security source, who pleaded anonymity and confirmed the incident, said it took efforts of police and the State Fire Service teams to put out the fire.

    The source said: “Yes, the Rivers State House of Assembly main chamber was under attack and set on fire. It was police men and the fire service team that helped to put out the fire.”

    Meanwhile, CDV  had earlier issued a statement, “warning Nyesom Wike and his allies  against moves to  impeach Governor Fubara and  Ehie.

    The coalition in the statement signed by Mr Thompson Orumbo (Chairman) and Peter Nwabunna (Secretary), condemned any attempt to undermine the democratic process and urged all parties involved to respect the will of the people and prioritise the betterment of Rivers State.

    They stated: “At the core of any functioning democracy lies the principle of free and fair elections, which provide citizens with the opportunity to choose their leaders, and Rivers people have chosen Sir Siminalayi Fubara. Impeachment attempts should be rooted in concrete evidence of wrongdoing and carried out only through legitimate channels, ensuring transparency and accountability.”

    “The Coalition emphasises that any attempts to impeach Governor Fubara and Ehie must adhere to the democratic principles, if not, it would be resisted by Rivers people.

    “Rivers State has made significant strides in the pursuit of development and stability under the leadership of Governor Fubara. The governor has championed policies and initiatives that have positively impacted the lives of the citizens. Political squabbles and power struggles should not hinder the progress, and the people’s mandate must be respected.”

    The Coalition further urged  “Nyesom Wike and his co-travellers to prioritise the interests of the people and set aside personal and political interest.”
    “The said that the unity and stability of Rivers State should be the primary goal, with cooperative efforts dedicated to achieving sustained development, improved infrastructure, and the welfare of its citizens.

    “Should Nyesom Wike and his co-travellers have genuine concerns regarding the performance or integrity of Governor Fubara and Edison Ehie, they should first present concrete evidence through appropriate channels such as investigations or inquiries. This would ensure that any actions taken are based on facts instead of subjective perceptions or personal motives,” the coalition added.

    Fubara, a former Accountant General of the state, was chosen by Wike to become the governor of the state.

  • Stop attending political meetings in Abuja – Wike tells Fubara

    Stop attending political meetings in Abuja – Wike tells Fubara

    The immediate past Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has urged Governor Siminalayi Fubara to stop attending political meetings in Abuja regularly.

    Wike during a flagged off of
    Port Harcourt Ring Road project, noted that nothing good comes out of such meetings.

    “Stay here and work, you’ll feel happy. At the end of the day, Rivers people will appreciate you,” he said.

    The former governor urged Fubara to govern the state without fear but with humility and good governance.

    Wike, a former Minister of State for Education, said his successor has paid 75%of the total sum, which is N150 billion, to Julius Berger, adding that although people may express worry over the amount expended on the road yet, “no one can develop the state better than us.”

    He said: “We thank God Almighty that God gave us somebody who would not come like those, they’ve not entered power, you see the arrogance. Just the mere fact that they are the candidate. Arrogance has come then when they are elected, not to talk about when they are being sworn in. See, the governor we have, is still very humble.

    ”Mr. Governor, let me also advise you, the people that elected you are in the state. They are not in Abuja. Stay in your state, and face the challenges of your people.

    “Don’t allow them to lure you to be sleeping in Abuja, that there’s one meeting or the other, and nothing comes out of those meetings. Stay in your state and develop your state. They won’t give you anything there.

    “Our money is not to develop any political party, our money is to develop our state. They would be luring you because they think with Rivers, money would come and one party or the other would grow. Our money is for the development of Rivers State

    “Stay here and work, you’ll feel happy. At the end of the day, Rivers people will appreciate you.”