3 d. ago Ijaw Youths Condemn Rivers Administrator’s ‘Dictatorial’ Actions

The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has strongly criticised the Rivers State Administrator, Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, over his recent decision to suspend statutory commissions and boards in the state, calling for an immediate reversal of the move. In a statement yesterday, the IYC’s secretary-general, Maobuoye Nangi Obu, accused the administrator of undermining […]

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3 d. ago IYC alleges emergency rule attempt to loot Rivers’ treasury 

From Tony John, Port Harcourt   The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) worldwide has alleged that the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, by President Bola Tinubu is an attempt to loot the state.     Secretary-General of Council, Maobuye Nangi Obu, made the allegation in a statement issued on Thursday, stating that […] The post IYC alleges emergency rule attempt to loot Rivers’ treasury  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Suspension of entire public sector structure: Ijaw youth group raises alarm, says its full

The suspension of entire public sector structure in Rivers State by the Sole Administrator seems to send alarm and panic. read more Suspension of entire public sector structure: Ijaw youth group raises alarm, says its full-blown military dictatorship

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5 d. ago CSOs condemn state of emergency in Rivers, tag Fubara’s suspension unconstitutional

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto A coalition of the Nigerian civil society situation room in the Northwest Zone has condemned the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, calling it a direct violation of Nigeria’s democratic principles and the rule of law, describing the declaration as an unconstitutional overreach […] The post CSOs condemn state of emergency in Rivers, tag Fubara’s suspension unconstitutional appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Southern, Middle Belt leaders condemn Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers

By Damiete Braide The Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF) has strongly condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it an unconstitutional takeover of a democratically elected government. The controversial decision, which led to the removal of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the dissolution of the Rivers […] The post Southern, Middle Belt leaders condemn Tinubu’s emergency rule in Rivers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Ijaw Youths Mobilize Against Tinubu’s State Of Emergency In Rivers State

The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has vehemently rejected President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State. The council views this move as unnecessary and politically motivated, sparking widespread concern among the Ijaw people. In a bold stance, the IYC has vowed to resist the state of emergency, citing its potential […] The post Ijaw Youths Mobilize Against Tinubu’s State Of Emergency In Rivers State appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Wike will make 2027 hard for Tinubu in Niger Delta –PANDEF youth wing

• Berates FCT Minister on Ijaw comment From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The National Youth Wing of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has called on President Bola Tinubu to do away with Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, citing his role in exacerbating tensions in the Niger Delta region. Addressing a press […] The post Wike will make 2027 hard for Tinubu in Niger Delta –PANDEF youth wing appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago PANDEF Youth Wing to Wike: Apologize to Ijaw nation within 48 hours

Tribune Online PANDEF Youth Wing to Wike: Apologize to Ijaw nation within 48 hours He said it was also painful to the ethnic group that the minister disrespected their late leader, Chief Edwin Clark even before he was buried. PANDEF Youth Wing to Wike: Apologize to Ijaw nation within 48 hours Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Natasha: Ijaw youths condemn sponsored calls for removal of Akpabio

Tribune Online Natasha: Ijaw youths condemn sponsored calls for removal of Akpabio "A willful attempt to foment instability in the Senate cannot be the right way to approach any controversy.  We are against it." Natasha: Ijaw youths condemn sponsored calls for removal of Akpabio Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Rivers crisis: N’Delta groups threaten violence if Fubara is impeached

The Ijaw National Congress (INC) and the Ijaw Youths Council (IYC) have warned the Rivers House of Assembly against impeaching read more Rivers crisis: N’Delta groups threaten violence if Fubara is impeached

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3 w. ago Supreme Court Verdict: IYC Alleges Plot To Destabilise Rivers

The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), has raised the alarm over alleged plots by some elements to destabilise Rivers State, following the recent Supreme Court judgement nullifying the election of local government council chairmen. Chairman of IYC Eastern Zone, Comrade Prince Sukubo, who raised the alarm while speaking with journalists in Port Harcourt yesterday, expressed deep […]

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3 w. ago Rivers crisis: N’Delta groups threaten violence as budget ultimatum expires today

Tensions in Rivers State have escalated as Ijaw groups, including the Ijaw National Congress and the Ijaw Youths Council, issued a strong warning against the impeachment of Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The groups declared their readiness to defend Fubara’s mandate, cautioning that any move to remove him could destabilise the Niger Delta and disrupt oil production Read More

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3 w. ago Ijaw youths seek review of Supreme Court judgment on Rivers LG elections

Tribune Online Ijaw youths seek review of Supreme Court judgment on Rivers LG elections Theophilus, however, warned that Rivers State, as a major contributor to national revenue, should not be deprived of funds from its natural resources. Ijaw youths seek review of Supreme Court judgment on Rivers LG elections Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Fubara: Fresh crisis looms as IYC threatens to shut down oil flow stations

Cautions against destabilising Rivers From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) has threatened to shut down all the flow stations in the Niger Delta in stoutly resisting any forceful attempt to remove Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara from office. IYC President Worldwide, Alaye Theophilus, who issued the threats, also cautioned those bent on […] The post Fubara: Fresh crisis looms as IYC threatens to shut down oil flow stations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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