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Prominent Niger Delta rights and environmental activist, Comrade Ozobo Austin, has stated that the Ijaw nation will not permit “strangers” to destabilize the government of Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara. Ozobo specifically mentioned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Wike Nyesom, as one of the “strangers” who will not be allowed to undermine Fubara’s administration. According to Ozobo, Governor Fubara is the “original aborigine” of Rivers State, and the Ijaw nation will not allow outsiders to disrupt his government. Ozobo who is also the president of the Ijaw Peoples Development Initiative, IPDI, emphasised that the Ijaw people have…

Dedicates ‘Icon Of Community Development’ Award To Tinubu The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr Dennis Otuaro, has urged Nigerian students to always demonstrate patriotism and commitment towards the development and unity of the nation. Otuaro, offered the advice while making his remarks at the inaugural National Tech Summit themed “Empowering Nigerian Students Through Tech”, held in Abuja on Tuesday. He stressed that the country’s future lies in the hands of the youth. The summit was organised by the leaderships of the National Association of University Students (NAUS), National Association of Polytechnics Students (NAPS) and National Association of Colleges…

The National President of Ijaw People’s Development Initiative, IPDI, distinguished Comrade Ozobo Austin has expressed his heartfelt appreciation for the tireless efforts of High Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), Chairman Tantita Security Service Limited, Chief (Engr) Kestin Pondi, Tantita’s MD and Tantita’s GM, Sir, Godfrey Tare Pondi in promoting peace, ensuring adequate security, and prioritising environmental safety and empowerment of thousands of people in the Niger Delta region. According to the statement, their collaborative efforts had been instrumental in creating a conducive environment for economic growth and development in Nigeria. Ozobo noted that the trio’s commitment to peace and security had…

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro, has encouraged students under Programme’s foreign scholarship scheme to justify the Federal Government’s investment in them by taking their studies seriously. Otuaro gave the advice during his meeting with the PAP scholarship students currently studying in the United Kingdom on Sunday. Otuaro said in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr. Igoniko Oduma, on Monday, that much was expected from the students in their academic performance to justify the Federal Government’s investment in their education. Otuaro told them that the PAP scholarship scheme had produced large number…

The administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, has held a meeting with PAP diaspora students currently pursuing their studies in the United Kingdom earlier today, August 18, 2024. During the meeting, the students expressed their heartfelt gratitude and excitement for the Administrator’s commitment to their scholarship and welfare. They commended his kind gesture and dedication to their academic success. In response, Chief Otuaro emphasised the importance of academic excellence, urging the students to take their studies seriously and become good ambassadors of the Niger Delta region. He encouraged them to make Nigeria proud by achieving…

The National Association of Presidential Amnesty Graduates (NAPAG) has applauded the innovative leadership of the Administrator, of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro. NAPAG, in a statement issued on Tuesday by its National Coordinator, Somina Morrison Igani, commended Otuaro for his innovative approach to leadership. The group also hailed the Amnesty for bringing vast improvements in overseeing the Presidential Amnesty Programme. Igani observed that Otuaro’s innovative leadership approach has manifested greatly in all aspects of the programme, particularly in his determined effort to bridge the human capital development gap in the Niger Delta. He noted that the PAP…

A coalition of Ijaw leaders from Warri Federal Constituency has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to disregard the claims of the Itsekiri Leaders of Thought regarding the delineation of electoral wards in Warri. Citing various legal precedents and historical records, the Ijaw representatives argue that their communities in Warri South, Warri South-West, and Warri North Local Government Areas possess distinct autonomy, recognised by both state and federal laws. They argued that the Itsekiri ethnic group is attempting to mislead the public and obstruct the execution of a Supreme Court-ordered fresh delineation. This rejoinder follows a publication by…

The recent incident involving a female traveler tearing her Nigerian passport at Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos has sparked significant attention and raised important legal, social, and national security concerns. The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has responded swiftly by launching a formal investigation, as the video of the event circulated widely on social media. This case offers a compelling example of the intersection of individual actions, national laws, and the symbolic power of national documents. This analysis will explore the incident in detail, examining the legal implications, statistical data surrounding passport-related offenses, and the broader impact on national…

Chief Mulade Sheriff, a Delta State-born environmental and peace advocate, has expressed concern over the recent waving of the Russian flag by some protesters during the #EndBadGovernance protests in Nigeria. He urged the Federal Government to swiftly investigate the incident and ensure that those responsible are held accountable to prevent a reoccurrence. Chief Mulade emphasized that such an act is a “treasonable offence with strong implications for Nigeria,” as the protest should solely focus on Nigeria’s internal socio-economic issues without involving any foreign influence. As the National Coordinator of the Center for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), Chief Mulade stressed…

Tompolo Affirms Citizens’ Right to Protest: A Vital Stand for Democracy and Social Justice In a significant and timely statement, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has affirmed the fundamental right of citizens to protest, underlining its importance in a democratic society. As a well-respected leader in the Niger Delta region and a former militant who played a key role in the region’s struggle for equity and justice, Tompolo’s stance on this issue resonates deeply, not only within the Niger Delta but across Nigeria. The Right to Protest: A Pillar of Democracy Protesting is a fundamental democratic right,…