The Envoy (2025)

07/12/2023

The attempt of the Martins Amaewhule-led faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly to hold a valedictory session for the late Dinebari Loolo was thwarted on Thursday when they were denied entry to the State Assembly complex.

Operatives from the Rivers State Police Command prevented the faction associated with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, from accessing the premises, obstructing their plans for the session.

Efforts by the lawmakers to enter the assembly complex were halted by stationed policemen conducting checks in the area, with a heightened security presence comprising over 15 patrol vans and armed personnel.
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07/12/2023

The Rivers State Police Command, led by Commissioner Olatunji Disu, made a significant breakthrough on Monday by parading two suspected cultists, Baridapdo Igia and Elvis Gordon, from Kereken-Boue community in Khana Local Government Area. The suspects faced charges of kidnapping and burying alive a former Community Development Committee (CDC) Chairman, Praise Daakian.

Commissioner Disu disclosed, during a media briefing at the Rivers State Police Command, that the suspects and their cohorts allegedly kidnapped and buried the victim alive after extorting N200,000 as ransom from the victim’s wife.

According to CP Disu, the suspects, leaders of Iceland and Degbam cult groups in Khana Local Government Area, confessed to a spree of criminal activities, terrorizing the locality for the past three years.
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07/12/2023

The Rivers State Police Command has officially acknowledged the apprehension of four officers implicated in the purported abduction of a hotel staff member in Port Harcourt, followed by a ransom demand for his release.

The victim, identified as Darlington, was allegedly detained around 8 pm last Friday while en route to work near Choba in Obio/Akpor local government area of the State. According to reports, the police officers stopped him and conducted a search on his person and phone, finding nothing incriminating.

However, upon discovering his workplace, the officers purportedly kidnapped Darlington, threatening him with violence and demanding a ransom of one million naira for his freedom. They menacingly warned him of dire consequences, even mentioning the possibility of dumping his body in the Choba River.
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07/12/2023

The Rivers State Police Command has taken decisive action against 13 of its officers arrested for indecent dressing across different parts of Port Harcourt. The State Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, unveiled this development during a live program hosted by the Force Public Relations Department on a local radio station in Port Harcourt, which our correspondent monitored.

Disu detailed that these officers were apprehended during routine patrols across the city and have been placed in custody as part of the ongoing efforts to curb improper dressing within the command. Stressing accountability, Disu highlighted that the heads of the divisions where these officers serve will be held responsible for their conduct.

Simultaneously, the Commissioner ensured that the investigation into the tragic death of former Divisional Police Officer SP Bako Ang Bashin will be diligently pursued. Bashin was brutally murdered and decapitated by a suspected Iceland cult gang led by Gift Okpara, alias 2Baba, in Odiemude community, Ahoada East LGA, in September.
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07/12/2023

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, reiterated his commitment to fulfilling campaign promises aimed at enhancing the lives of the state’s residents. He reaffirmed this commitment during the funeral reception for the late King Nelson Atubo Oputibeya XI, Amanyanabo of Koniju Town, held in Okrika Local Government Area.

Addressing the gathered audience, Governor Fubara emphasized the pivotal role of maintaining peace for fostering development. He stressed that achieving the promised infrastructure and social services necessitates collective cooperation and a peaceful environment.

Highlighting the significance of peace, Fubara urged everyone to uphold peace as an essential prerequisite for realizing the commitments made during the election campaigns. He emphasized the mutual aspiration for the welfare of Rivers State residents and urged collective efforts in ensuring peace.
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04/12/2023

A collective of Local Government Liaison Officers, representing the twenty-three local government areas of Rivers State, has expressed their unwavering support for the state’s Executive Governor, Sir Siminialayi Fubara. The endorsement came during a solidarity visit to newly appointed Commissioner Prince Isaac Umejuru, a member of their group serving in the state executive council.

Led by Comrade Neka Sam, the delegation conveyed their congratulations to the newly appointed commissioner while affirming their full backing of Governor Fubara’s administration. They pledged their commitment to collaborate at various levels, contributing to the effective governance and development of Rivers State.

In his address, Comrade Neka emphasized the group’s support for the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Edison Ogerenye Ehie, hailing his leadership as a sign of prosperity and fortune for the people of Rivers.
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04/12/2023

In a remarkable and heartening event today in the Rumuosi area of Obio-Akpor Local Government Area in Rivers State, Pastor Samuel Chidi of the Assemblies of God Church performed a miraculous healing on a man who had been afflicted by madness for the past 12 years.

Witnesses reported that the divine intervention by Pastor Chidi, inspired by the Holy Spirit, resulted in the complete restoration of the man’s mental faculties.

The healing was met with profound joy as the pastor, with compassion and care, facilitated the reunion of the healed man with his long-separated parents. This remarkable reunion brought tears of joy to many who witnessed this extraordinary event.
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04/12/2023

A rite of passage took place in OGu Town, Ogu-Bolo Local Government Area, Rivers State, as young virgins were initiated into womanhood, marking a significant cultural event deeply rooted in tradition.

The ceremonial initiation, a time-honored ritual in the community, witnessed the transition of young girls into the esteemed status of womanhood. The event, graced by cultural leaders and community elders, highlighted the significance of this traditional rite as a symbol of maturity and the progression of young females into adulthood.

Throughout the ceremony, the young participants underwent various rituals, symbolizing their readiness to assume responsibilities and contribute to the fabric of their community. The ceremony included teachings on essential life skills, cultural values, and the roles expected of women within the community.
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04/12/2023

Professor Anthonia Eghieso Omehia, an erudite scholar in library and information science, delivered a compelling address at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE), urging the establishment of Faculty Libraries in tertiary institutions to enhance research effectiveness, specialization, and knowledge accessibility.

During the 51st inaugural lecture at IAUE’s auditorium, Professor Omehia emphasized the critical role of these specialized libraries, which should be managed by qualified librarians, enabling efficient knowledge retrieval and facilitating scholarly visibility.

She underscored the urgent need for the professional development of librarians, proposing a review of library school curriculums to align with the evolving digital landscape where advanced technologies, including robotics, are increasingly involved in library functions.
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04/12/2023

Brother Felix Amaechi Obuah has assumed the esteemed position of Chairman of the Governing Board at the University of Port Harcourt Business School. The announcement was made by the Vice-Chancellor during the official inauguration of the board.

This significant appointment marks Bro. Felix Obuah’s continued commitment to the education sector. Presently, he also holds the role of Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BOT) for the esteemed Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) Alumni Association.

The Vice-Chancellor highlighted Obuah’s exemplary dedication and wealth of experience, acknowledging his past contributions within the academic sphere.
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29/11/2023

Homeowners at Renaissance Estate in Port Harcourt are demanding N4 billion compensation from First Trust Mortgage Bank following a distressing eviction incident, causing upheaval among affected residents.

Initially, in 2010, the bank sold 12 units of 4-bedroom flats within the GRA Phase 3 area to these homeowners at N50 million per flat. However, a recent turn of events saw these individuals forcefully ousted from their dwellings by enforcers of a Supreme Court judgment issued in January 2003.

In a firm stance, the aggrieved homeowners, represented by AK & CO, issued a stern “Notice of Demand” to the Managing Director of First Trust Mortgage Bank Plc. The notice holds the bank accountable for gross negligence in failing to conduct due diligence on the property title transferred to the Renaissance homeowners.
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29/11/2023

The Commissioner of Police in Rivers State, CP Olatunji Disu, recently met with members of the Amalgamated Union of App-Based Transporters of Nigeria and Bolt Drivers (AUATION), offering reassurances of comprehensive support and safety measures.

CP Disu, addressing the union over the weekend, pledged to ensure the protection of their operators in Rivers State, underscoring the significance of collaborative efforts in combatting criminal activities.

During the meeting, Nnamdi Esimai, the Vice Chairman of AUATION, conveyed the group’s trust in the new police management in Rivers State, highlighting concerns about challenges faced by some members while on duty due to encounters with unscrupulous individuals.
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