Breaking news: Amaechi’s men, Abe’s disciples gather under one roof, share hand of fellowship
Signs that APC members in Rivers State may have put the past behind them in order to move the party forward are gradually emerging. But they may still have to work hard on the new bridge building effort, if they are to firmly cement the…
Commissioning of new Rivers APC Secretariat: Will Abe and associates attend?
In a few hours from now, members of the APC family would be expected to gather under one roof in Port Harcourt, the Rivers capital. For some, who think the occasion of the commissioning of the new party Secretariat may mark a turning point, a…
Facts About Rivers State; Why Wike Is Jittery
… Rivers APC reacts as Dakuku Peterside causes Wike, PDP sleepless nights The Rivers State Chapter of the APC says that claims by the Wike administration that it is planning a media campaign against it is a product of growing desperation. The APC said through…
Forthcoming congresses: APC members may adopt concensus plan
There are, strong indications that a path which may reduce rivalry, unnecessary bickering and internal crisis within the APC is being cleared. The plan, if all goes as planned, would allow for the adoption of a consensus arrangement in the conduct of forthcoming congresses in…
Once again!: The Nigerian press puts Amaechi ahead
… Vanguard Newspapers honour Amaechi with Public Sector Icon of the year Rotimi Amaechi, Nigeria’s Minister of Transportation Saturday evening in Lagos, received Vanguard’s prestigious award for excellence. It would be the second time that Vanguard newspapers would honour Amaechi. On that occasion, Amaechi had…
Breaking news: Jonathan won’t support Wike ever again – Aide
A top Jonathan aide, name withheld, has been speaking on the relationship between a former President of Nigeria, Dr Goodluck Jonathan and the current Governor of Rivers State, Barrister Nyesom Wike. The former President who fell out with former Governor Rotimi Amaechi prior to the…
Electoral Act: Debate Goes On Outside Parliament
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has thrown its full weight behind lawmakers who are rejecting what it sees as a complete scam. The party said through Uche Secondus, its National Chairman, that it would vehemently oppose the decision taken on electronic voting by the National…
Parties to elect flag bearers through direct primaries
Political parties across the country would henceforth elect candidates seeking public office through direct primaries. This follows an amendment to the Electoral Act which was introduced by Speaker Femi Gbajabiamilia on the floor of the House of Representatives. Rep Gbajabiamilia representing Surulere had earlier yielded…
Developing story : Reps Split Over Electoral Act
… Senate Throws Out Electronic Voting The House of Representatives has adjourned without passing the amended version of the Electoral Act. Trouble broke out midway into the debate as lawmakers sharply disagreed over certain aspects of the Amended act on Thursday. Nigerians watched in horror…
Igbo Claims To Israeli Ancestry Receive Credible Boost
Repeated claims by the Igbo in Nigeria that they migrated from Israel to their present homestead may have received some credence. Many in Nigeria easily dismiss claims that the Igbo have Israeli blood running in their veins with a wave of the hand. But the…
