Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has openly identified three political figures he claims to be battling in Rivers State. This revelation comes in the wake of recent political tensions following the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and several members of the State House of Assembly after a state of […]
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has played down calls urging him to pursue reinstatement in certain political matters, describing such suggestions as unhelpful to peace efforts in the state. Speaking candidly, Fubara suggested he prefers a more thoughtful and less confrontational strategy in dealing with the ongoing political tension in Rivers. He also cautioned some
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As the Rivers State political crisis yet to see any greenlight to resolve, even despite reports emanating from different quarters over peace talk between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. It could be recalled that the political crisis in Rivers State began in October 2023 following the fallout between Governor Fubara and his
Port Harcourt, Rivers State — The ongoing political unrest in Rivers State has taken yet another turn as a close associate of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has raised questions about Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s sincerity in his reported efforts to make peace with his predecessor. Samuel Nwanosike, a staunch supporter
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Port Harcourt, Rivers State — In a move certain to stir fresh conversations within Rivers State’s political circles, suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara has quietly returned to Port Harcourt after a two-week stay in Germany. Fubara, who has been at the center of a high-stakes political drama in the oil-rich state, arrived at the international wing
Suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has met with his long-time political rival and current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in a fresh bid to ease tensions between them. Naturenex gathered that the private meeting, which quickly became a subject of intense political speculation, took place on Tuesday at Wike’s residence
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Tragedy struck in Rivers State as an explosion erupted at a location used for storing illegally refined petroleum products, leaving five people dead. The incident occurred in the Omoku area of Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area, with the victims reportedly burnt beyond recognition. According to Naturenex, the blast, which ignited a fire that destroyed the affected
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Fresh reports suggest President Bola Tinubu recently met privately with suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, amid signs that the federal government may soon lift the suspension imposed on him earlier in March. It will be recalled that President Tinubu placed Fubara, his deputy, and several state lawmakers under suspension while declaring a state of
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Former Rivers State Chief Magistrate, Ejike George, has provided reasons for his resignation from the judiciary, citing discomfort with the appointment of a retired military officer as the sole administrator of the state. In an interview that has since gained traction online, George expressed disapproval over what he described as a military-style approach to governance,
The House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee overseeing developments in Rivers State has summoned the state’s Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retired), to appear before it for an interactive session scheduled for Thursday, April 17, 2025. Naturenex reports that the invitation was confirmed by Akin Rotimi (Jnr), the spokesperson for the House, following the committee’s
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The political crisis in Rivers State took another turn as the state’s Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral (Rtd.) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, has officially summoned suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Dr. Ngozi Ordu, to appear before him at the Government House in Port Harcourt. This development was made known through a special announcement released on
The political rift in Rivers State continues to intensify as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, firmly rejected calls for reconciliation between him and the suspended Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. This response came shortly after a public appeal from ex-Niger Delta militant leader, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, better known as Tompolo, who urged
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The Rivers State government has requested that the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) refund the ₦300 million allegedly paid as hosting rights for the association’s 2025 Annual General Conference (AGC). This demand was made under the leadership of Sole Administrator Ibokette Ibas, who stressed that the NBA must show integrity by returning the funds if it
Port Harcourt, Rivers State – A fierce legal and political showdown is unfolding as eleven governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have mobilized top legal minds to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the declaration of emergency rule in the state. The governors, representing Adamawa, Enugu, Osun, Oyo,
Rivers State’s Sole Administrator, retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, has gone ahead to appoint administrators for the 23 local government areas of the state, despite a recent court ruling prohibiting such action. This move comes just hours after a Federal High Court in Port Harcourt issued a restraining order against Ibas, barring him from making
A major legal confrontation is brewing at the Supreme Court, as eleven governors under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have filed a lawsuit against President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The governors are challenging several controversial decisions stemming from the emergency declaration—particularly the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his
Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), currently serving as the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, has officially appointed new administrators to oversee the 23 Local Government Areas (LGAs) across the state. This development comes despite a recent ruling by the Federal High Court, which barred him from proceeding with such appointments. The restraining order was issued
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Senator Yemi Adaramodu, spokesperson for the Nigerian Senate, has disclosed that the National Assembly approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State but introduced key modifications to the initial proposal. Speaking during an interview in Ilawe-Ekiti, Adaramodu explained that while the emergency declaration received legislative backing, the Senate amended
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Abuja – The House of Representatives has issued a stern reminder to the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retired), making it clear that he lacks the constitutional power to create laws or submit a state budget. This warning follows Ibas’s announcement of plans to present a new financial plan for the
Port Harcourt, Rivers State – The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has voiced strong opposition to the federal government’s recent suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. In a statement released on Friday, March 21, NEF spokesperson Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
