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May 13, 2024 Akwa Ibom State Government to Reach More With with AK-CARES
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Akwa Ibom State Government to Reach More With with AK-CARES

Governor UMO ENO of Akwa Ibom state will on Wednesday, 17th May 2024 disburse grants to beneficiaries of AK-CARES from all Local Government Areas in the state.

 

The 1055 beneficiaries as captured from the Social Register and other approved registers will be at Ibom hall for a ceremony to distribute the grants.

 

AK-CARES supervised by the Ministry of Economic Development offers support for Agricultural empowerments, grants for SMEs, live support grants to the poorest of the poor with the institution of projects in various communities.

 

Governor UMO ENO had in his Campaigns promised to empower thousands of SMEs and traders massively in line with his ARISE Agenda to positively change the economic sphere of the state, the IBOM-LED Initiative being one of the platforms to achieve the noble goal.

May 11, 2024 BREAKING: Governor Fubara Orders Sitting or Rivers Assembly Moved to Government House
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BREAKING: Governor Fubara Orders Sitting or Rivers Assembly Moved to Government House

Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has ordered immediate temporary relocation of the sitting of the State House of Assembly to the Auditorium, Admin Block of the Government House, Port Harcourt.

The order is contained in the State’s official Gazette, Executive Order of the Rivers State Government 001-2023.

According to the governor, the decision was taken because the current House of Assembly complex in its present state is unsafe and constitutes a threat to the lives of the staff and the lawmakers.

This is coming few hours after a Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt granted an interim injunction restraining pro-Wike speaker of the state House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, and 24 other members from parading themselves as legislators.

The governor’s gazette reads, “The On the 29th day of October 2023, a fire incident occasioned by unknown persons burnt and damaged the hallowed chambers of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

“That the Hallowed Chamber of the Rivers State House of Assembly in its present state is unsafe and constitutes a threat to the lives of the staff and the Honourable members of Rivers State House of Assembly and Thus not conducive for the business and proceeding of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

“That it is expedient to carry out urgent repairs, renovation, and reconstruction of the burnt an damaged chambers of the Rivers State House of Assembly.

“That it is further reasonable to ensure that the business and proceedings of the Rivers State House of Assembly are not impeded and frustrated.

“NOW THEREFORE, I SIR SIMINALAYI FUBARA GSSRS, the Governor of Rivers State this 30th day of October 2023, Pursuant to the powers vested in me under the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended) hereby ISSUE, ORDER, AND DIRECT that all proceedings and business of Rivers State House of Assembly shall temporarily take place at the Auditorium, Admin Block, Government House, Port Harcourt until the repairs, renovation or reconstruction of the chambers of the Rivers State House of Assembly are completed.”

May 11, 2024 High Court In Port Harcourt Restrains Martin Amaewhule Led Legislators from Parading Themselves as Such
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High Court In Port Harcourt Restrains Martin Amaewhule Led Legislators from Parading Themselves as Such

The High Court in Port Harcourt has granted an interim injunction restraining pro-WIKE speaker of the state House of Assembly, MARTIN AMAEWHULE, and 24 other members from parading themselves as legislators.

 

The court directive prohibits them from convening or participating in any official meetings at the Assembly premises.

 

The court’s decision stems from an exparte order filed against the pro-WIKE lawmakers by pro-SIMINIALAYI FUBARA speaker VICTOR OKO JUMBO and three others.

 

The interim injunction declares the seats of MARTIN AMAEWHULE, and 24 other Lawmakers vacant pending further legal proceedings.

Meanwhile, Armed Policemen were seen occupying the Legislative Quarters, in the early hours of today, Saturday 11th May, 2024.

May 11, 2024 President Tinubu Assures Nigeria Will Continue to Play “Big Brother” in Africa
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President Tinubu Assures Nigeria Will Continue to Play “Big Brother” in Africa

President BOLA TINUBU reaffirmed Nigeria’s strategic position in Africa as a bastion of peace, saying the nation will continue to play its role as a stabilizer on the continent.

 

Receiving a letter of credence from the Egyptian Ambassador to Nigeria, MOHAMED AHMED, President TINUBU emphasized the shared commitment of both countries to promoting global peace and stability through collaboration within international organizations, such as the United Nations.

 

He noted that since establishing diplomatic relations in 1961, Nigeria and Egypt have collaborated on key international priorities, including promoting regional peace, security, and stability.

 

Meanwhile, Ambassador AHMED conveyed President ABDEL FATTAH EL-SISI’s willingness to bolster economic partnership with Nigeria, emphasizing Egypt’s interest in increasing trade and investments between the two countries.

 

Also speaking, the High Commissioner of Pakistan, Major-General SOHAIL AHMED KHAN (retired) noted the demographic similarities between the two countries and expressed a desire to elevate the relationship to new heights.

 

In a separate meeting with Ambassador ATHANASIOS KOTSIONIS of Greece, President TINUBU reiterated his administration’s commitment to an open-door policy that encourages collaboration and progress for the benefit of all. 

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