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Rivers: According to RRM, Okaba-led INC worked against the emergence of Fubara in 2023, calls Gov a fake Ijaw man
The Ijaw National Congress (INC), led by Prof. Benjamin Okaba, has been criticised by the Rivers Restoration Movement (RRM) for its opposition to Sir Siminialayi Fubara’s selection as Rivers State’s governor in 2023. Following Okaba’s recent attacks of former Governor Nyesom Wike, the RRM, which had backed Wike’s selection of Fubara, responded.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
In a statement signed by its Director-General, Johnson Georgewill, and Secretary, Mrs. Sarima Akpata, RRM questioned when the INC developed its newfound support for Fubara. The group recalled that INC had previously criticized Fubara, labeling him a “fake Ijaw man,” and noted its opposition to his candidacy during the election.
According to THE NATION reports, RRM said: “The Benjamin Okaba-led INC worked against the emergence of Gov Sim Fubara in 2023 when Nyesom Wike, with divine support and his loyal followers, ensured Fubara’s victory. One wonders about this sudden shift in their position.”
The RRM also criticized the INC for questioning President Bola Tinubu’s role in resolving the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State. The group argued that President Tinubu had been instrumental in brokering a peace deal between Fubara and other political factions in December 2023. According to RRM, the INC has remained silent on Fubara’s failure to uphold key elements of the agreement reached in the peace deal.
RRM highlighted several instances where Fubara allegedly violated the agreement, including his refusal to recognize the leadership of Rt. Hon. Martins Ahmaehule and his reluctance to allow the Rivers State House of Assembly to conduct its legislative functions independently. The group also pointed out Fubara’s failure to re-submit the 2024 budget, as agreed, and his interference in local government affairs.
The RRM accused the INC of remaining silent throughout these violations, questioning why it had now chosen to speak out. The group reiterated that 90 percent of Ijaw politicians and key stakeholders who supported Fubara in 2023 remain loyal to Wike’s leadership.
RRM advised the INC to apologize to the people of Rivers State for its earlier opposition to Fubara’s candidacy. The group also urged Wike to disregard the INC’s recent statements, asserting that Ijaw leaders remain loyal and committed to completing the political tenure of the Ijaws through a democratic process.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
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Karoline Leavitt says. ‘The Black Voters Turned Out For Trump In Numbers, We Have Never Seen That Before’
Karoline Leavitt, the Trump 2024 National Press Secretary, has emphasized the encouraging developments in states like Georgia and North Carolina, pointing out that President-elect Donald Trump achieved historic wins among Hispanic voters and witnessed historically high Black voter turnout. She credited Trump’s strong work ethic and the campaign’s ground game’s unwavering efforts for this victory.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
She stated that the election results marked what she called “the greatest political comeback in American history,” showcasing Trump’s ability to rally support even amid significant challenges. She also underscored the adversity Trump has faced during his campaign, asserting that he has encountered obstacles unlike any other political candidate in history.
She said in an interview with Fox News, ‘It was an incredible night for President Trump and our team. When we saw the returns from Georgia and North Carolina, and just the trends across the country, President Trump picking up historic gains with Hispanic Americans. The Black voters turned out for Trump in numbers, we have never seen that before. We felt very good that all of our hard work, our ground game, and President Trump’s work ethic and determination ultimately won. Last night, the world witnessed the greatest political comeback in American history. And throughout this campaign, our boss, President Trump, has faced more adversity than any candidate to ever run for office.
They tried to imprison him; they forced him to take a mugshot; they tried to remove his name off the ballot; they forced him to sit in a dirty courthouse for six weeks. Two people even tried to kill him, for goodness’ sake. And what the American people see in Donald Trump is clear: a leader who, even in the darkest of times, is going to lift his fist in the air and say, ‘Fight, fight, fight for this country.’ And President Trump last night didn’t just defeat Kamala Harris; he defeated the Big Tech oligarchs who have tried to censor him.”CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
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Nigerian Reacts After Tinubu congratulates Donald Trump on his successful re-election
His words: “President Tinubu looks forward to strengthening the ties between Nigeria and the United States amid the complex challenges and opportunities of the contemporary world.
“President Tinubu says, “Together, we can foster economic cooperation, promote peace, and address global challenges that affect our citizens.”
“According to President Tinubu, Trump’s victory reflects the trust and confidence the American people have placed in his leadership. He congratulates them on their commitment to democracy.
“President Tinubu believes that, given President Trump’s experience as the 45th president of the United States from 2017 to 2021, his return to the White House as the 47th president will usher in an era of earnest, beneficial, and reciprocal economic and development partnerships between Africa and the United States.
“Acknowledging the United States’ influence, power, and position in determining the trend and course of global events, the Nigerian leader trusts that President Trump will bring the world closer to peace and prosperity”.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
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as police disperse Ikwerre council workers with teargas, scores injured, Rivers LG crisis thickens
On Monday, police officers used tear gas and gunshots to scatter local government employees who had congregated to begin work in Isiokpo, the administrative hub of the Ikwerre Local Government Area (LGA) in Rivers State. After months of closure, the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) ordered employees to return to the council’s facilities, which led to the unanticipated altercation…. CLICK TO READ THE FULL NEWS HERE▶️▶️
Reports indicate that numerous police patrol vans stormed the Ikwerre council secretariat “commando style,” discharging rounds of gunfire and launching teargas to forcefully clear the premises. Witnesses recounted the sudden eruption of violence, which threw workers into a panic, with many fleeing into nearby bushes or scrambling for cover to escape the scene. The incident reportedly left multiple workers injured, including two women who fainted while attempting to evade the unrest.
The tense standoff followed an earlier attack on the council offices by suspected political thugs after local elections. Ikwerre LGA, alongside two other councils in the state, suffered severe damage and was subsequently shut down to prevent further violence. The reopening of the council headquarters had been under strict surveillance, given the risk of renewed arson or property destruction.
An eyewitness, who preferred to remain anonymous for personal safety, described the distressing scene. “This morning, NULGE instructed members to resume work at Ikwerre LGA. But over 100 armed policemen arrived, and suddenly they started shooting and firing teargas everywhere. Workers, women—everyone was running. Two women slumped, and the police initially blocked any medical help from reaching them,” he said.
According to The PUNCH reports, An eyewitness told our reporter that scores of workers, including two women, were injured while trying to escape from the scene of the shooting, adding that many fled into nearby bushes for safety. “While we were there, we saw more than 100 policemen fully armed. And they started shooting and firing teargas everywhere, workers, women and everybody started running.”
Confirming the incident, the Chief of Staff for Ikwerre LGA, Richard Henry, expressed concern over the police’s actions, noting that some workers fled into nearby bushes to escape injury. He condemned the police operation, calling it unwarranted, as the matter of the arson was already under investigation by the Rivers State Judicial Commission of Inquiry. “This was unnecessary. Our mothers and youths who were there got injured. The inquiry is still ongoing, yet the police teargassed everyone. We will not stand for this treatment,” he said.
In response, the Rivers State Police Command acknowledged its presence at the Ikwerre council premises but defended its actions, saying they were necessary to maintain law and order. Grace Iringe-Koko, the spokesperson for the police command, noted that the Ikwerre secretariat had been ordered closed due to the severe damage it sustained from the earlier attacks. She explained that the police were summoned when a large group of over 300 individuals allegedly forced entry through the main gate, intending to either loot or cause further damage.
Iringe-Koko remarked, “The officers at the scene were there to maintain law and order. Some people tried to break into the council premises, and our men had to act swiftly to disperse them and prevent any damage to public property.”CLICK TO READ THE FULL NEWS HERE▶️▶️
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