Sara-Igbe Alleges Wike’s Control of Rivers Funds for Presidential Bid Rivers Crisis: Wike Accused of Resource Manipulation by Sara-Igbe Wike’s Presidential Ambitions Linked to Rivers State Money – Sara-Igbe Former Publicity Secretary of Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Anabs Sara-Igbe, has attributed the political crisis in Rivers State to Nyesom Wike’s alleged desire to control … Read more
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has postponed its scheduled congresses at the ward, local government, and state levels, which were initially slated for October 26, November 2, and November 9, 2024. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was confirmed in a statement released by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, on Tuesday. … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has decried the recent violence in Rivers State following the outcome of Saturday’s Local Government Area elections. After the election, Governor Sim Fubara subsequently swore in the newly elected council chairmen of the 23 local government areas of the state on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on … Read more
Voting in the local government elections across Rivers State officially commenced, with some voters casting their ballots while others waited for essential election materials. The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) began distributing sensitive materials to local government areas earlier today, despite a federal high court order prohibiting the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and other … Read more
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) announced that the state congresses recently held in 12 states, including Rivers, are currently under review. The party clarified that the review process is ongoing and no conclusions have been reached yet. The congresses, which took place over the weekend, have stirred discontent in states like Rivers, Benue, Katsina, and … Read more
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticized Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s donation of 100 vehicles to the State Police Command, calling it a “gross misplacement of priority.” The APC argues that this action is out of touch with the current economic realities and the pressing needs of the residents. In a … Read more
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his unwavering allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This declaration came during a courtesy visit by the PDP Board of Trustees (BoT), led by Chairman Senator Adolphus Wabara, at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS Focus on Hard Work, Not Just Prosperity – … Read more
Governor Fubara’s motorcade was blocked by protesters in Port Harcourt demanding his resignation and engagement amidst nationwide protests. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s motorcade was obstructed by protesters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Saturday. According to Channels Television, the demonstrators demanded the governor step down and engage with them directly. EDITOR’S PICK … Read more
Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s motorcade faced obstruction on Saturday by protesters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. According to Channels Television, the demonstrators demanded the governor step down and address them directly. EKO HOT BLOG reports that today marks the third day of nationwide protests in Nigeria over the rising cost of commodities and hunger under the … Read more
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State urged protesters to remain patient and assured them that the current economic hardship would be temporary, emphasizing the federal government’s commitment to a better future. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has urged protesters to remain patient, assuring them that the current phase of economic hardship … Read more
• Youths in Degema Protest Expired Tenure Of Rivers LG Chairmen. • The chairmen, under ALGON, claim a recent amendment to the Local Government Law allows them a six-month extension. • Governor Fubara warned against actions disrupting state peace, while protesters demanded the chairmen’s immediate departure. EKO HOT BLOG reports that youths in Degema Local Government Area … Read more
Fighting Wike Will Not Add To Your Score Card – Ex-Senator Slams Fubara Fubara’s announcement of the probe, particularly targeting the administration of Nyesom Wike, sparks controversy amid political unrest. Senator Nwogu criticizes Fubara’s decision, accusing him of disrespecting President Bola Tinubu’s intervention EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former federal lawmaker Senator Olaka Nwogu, who previously … Read more
Youths demand President Tinubu rein in Wike’s “reign of terror” Call on IGP Egbetokun to maintain neutrality Commend Governor Fubara’s revenue performance Eko Hot Blog reports that youths in Rivers State have sent an urgent message to President Bola Tinubu. Under the platform of Sim Media Volunteers (SMV), they implored the president to intervene and … Read more
Rivers PDP challenges the legitimacy of lawmakers threatening Governor Fubara’s impeachment, urging them to address their legal status in court. The party accuses the lawmakers of disrupting peace in the state and calls for adherence to constitutional processes. PDP criticizes the lawmakers for allegedly neglecting their legislative duties and engaging in actions detrimental to the … Read more
Rivers Assembly Draws Line In Sand: Fubara Faces Impeachment Amid Constitutional Turmoil Withdrew impeachment notice, but warns of reinstatement if violations persist. Criticizes PDP, reaffirms commitment to legislative duties amid political tensions. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers State House of Assembly has accused Governor Siminalayi Fubara of dishonesty, threatening to resume impeachment proceedings if … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the remains of the late Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, Herbert Wigwe, his wife, Chizoba and son, Chizi have been buried in his hometown of Omueke, Isiokpo in Rivers State. The 57-year-old banker Plc, his wife and his son were laid to rest in a private interment following … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has lampooned Governor Siminalayi Fubara, accusing him of showing disrespect towards President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. According to the party, Fubara is not responding positively to the president’s intervention in his ongoing dispute with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports Governor Siminilayi Fubara of Rivers State has issued a stern warning to reappointed commissioners who are loyal to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, urging them not to use their positions to undermine his administration. EDITOR’S PICK: Kano Hisbah Arrests 52 Keke Riders Over Alleged Immoral Haircuts And Unlawful … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, voided and set aside the presentation and passage of the N800 billion 2024 budget by a group of four-member legislators in the state led by Edison Ehie. In a judgment delivered by Justice James Omotosho, the court nullified the signing of the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that political crisis between Governor Fubara and his political godfather, Nyesom Wike, may be coming to an end as the Rivers State House of Assembly has announced that this week, it will conduct a re-screening and re-confirmation process for nine former Commissioners who recently resigned from the state executive council. The arrangement … Read more