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Pipeline Explosion Shakes Bayelsa Amid Political Crisis in Rivers State
By Divine Perezide
A pipeline explosion has rocked Gbarain Kingdom in Bayelsa State, adding to rising concerns over security and oil infrastructure safety in Nigeria’s oil-producing region. The blast occurred on Tuesday, March 19, 2025, the same day President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State due to a worsening political crisis, TJ News online reported.
This is coming hours after President Tinubu made the announcement of a State of Emergency, included the suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, and the entire State House of Assembly. The move follows a prolonged power struggle between Governor Fubara and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.
When contacted by newsmen, the Rivers State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Joseph Johnson, declined to make an immediate statement. “The president has made a declaration, and what do you think we can say? I think it is too hasty to make any comment about it,” Johnson remarked.
To stabilize the state, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd) has been appointed as the administrator to oversee governance. However, concerns remain over how the situation will unfold in the coming days.
The explosion in Gbarain Kingdom is the latest in a string of similar incidents. Just hours earlier, another pipeline explosion was reported in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area (ONELGA) in Rivers State, with another occurring Monday night in Bodo, Gokana LGA. These repeated incidents highlight the vulnerability of oil infrastructure in the face of the rising political powerplay in Rivers State.
Key concerns raised by these explosions include what considerations went into the environmental safety, loss of production, and maintenance cost of oil pipelines, risks to local communities in the face of avoidable political instability in the ever volatile Niger Delta.
Analysts suggest that the escalating political tension in Rivers State may be contributing to the surge in attacks on oil facilities within thelast 24 hours. The ongoing struggle for power in the state could have created an opening for criminal activities, including pipeline vandalism.
Given that Nigerian economy relies heavily on crude oil and gas production from states like Delta, Rivers, and Bayelsa amongst others, disruptions to oil production could have serious economic repercussions on thecountry andwere quitefrankly avoidable,
analysts argue.
While NNPC and other oil operators have yet to release an official statement, reports indicate that investigations are underway to determine the cause of the explosions. Meanwhile, local communities in Gbarain Kingdom are calling for increased security presence around oil pipelines, environmental clean up, relief materals, environmental impacts assessment, and adequate compensations.
Environmental activists have also warned that repeated pipeline explosions could have devastating effects on agriculture, the ecosystem, and public health.
Urgent Need for Stability and Security have also been advised as the Gbarain explosion comes at a time of heightened political uncertainty in the Niger Delta. With Rivers State now under emergency rule, the federal government must also prioritize the security of the oil infrastructure, addressing environmental concerns, and ensuring local communities are not left to bear the consequences of political and economic instability.
As the nation watches the unfolding events in Rivers State, the need for decisive action to protect Nigeria’s oil resources and the people who depend on them has never been more urgent.
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Prophet Jeremiah Prophet, the founding prophet and General Overseer of Christ Mercyland Deliverance Ministry, grieves as his 104 year old mother passes away. Mama Asetu Fufeyin, who died at the remarkable age of 104, lived a fulfiled life, IduwiniVoice canreport. The renowned Nigerian prophet shared the news on Saturday via his Facebook account, revealing the death of his mother on may 9.
In a deeply emotional message, Prophet Fufeyin paid tribute to his late but beloved mother, expressing his profound sense of loss:
“We sadly announce the passing of our beloved Mama Asetu on May 9th, 2025. Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure. A Celebration of Life will be held to honor her legacy—details to follow. Forever in our hearts. Rest in eternal peace, Mama.”
Mama Asetu lived a long, meaningful life, and was dearly loved by her family and all who knew her. A “Celebration of Life” will be held in her honour, with additional details to be shared by the family soon.
She will be remembered for her unwavering strength, deep devotion, and the powerful spiritual legacy she leaves through her son, a leading prophetic voice in Nigeria and beyond.
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
The management of Gbaramatuvoice a leading Niger Delta media organisation that runs both print and telecasting of news, media, and current affairs, has announced the date for the anticipated 10th anniversary of the organisation’s operation.
This was shared in a post on its official whatsapp group where the management made the important announcement. While the venue and some other details remains unannounced,
the events marking the decade-long resilience of the organisation will be holding on August 27 and 28, 2025 as highlighted.
See details below:
“BREAKING: The Date is Set — GbaramatuVoice’s 10th Anniversary Celebration Revealed*
“The moment we’ve all been waiting for…
On August 27 & 28, 2025, GbaramatuVoice will celebrate a monumental 10 years of telling untold stories from the Niger Delta.
“To mark this significant milestone, we will be hosting a special 10th Anniversary Celebration featuring key stakeholders, partners, media professionals, and cultural icons. The event will include the unveiling of landmark projects, awards presentations, and a renewed commitment to the future of indigenous storytelling and impactful media.
Further details regarding the venue, special guests, and program schedule will be released in the coming days.
For media inquiries, partnerships, or participation, please contact:
Phone: +234 814 345 9986
Website: www.gbaramatuvoicenews.com
GbaramatuVoice — 10 Years of Telling the Untold Stories👇
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Niger Deltans watch in keen anticipation of what promises to be truly spectacular.
Don’t go nowhere… IduwiniVoice will bring yup to speed with details of pre-, during, and post-events.
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Bishop Oyedepo has announced that 32 transformers will be used to power the Ark when it comes on stream after it’s November dedication. According to him, during the second service yesterday, 4th May 2025 at the Faith Tabernacle, this will be required because of the large power requirement at the new building. The Ark will have 129 elevators, travelators and escalators which will move worshippers including elderly people and in other cases, challenged folks who require healing up and down the 4 floor, 109,000 capacity bowl as well as the 5,000 capacity youth church and 20,000 seat children’s church. Additionally, the staff will operate between the 12 twin tower mission headquarters and use of the staircase may not always be practicable.
Canaanland already had a 15MW Power plant installed in 2016 but this will be inadequate for power needs of the Ark. The Dome will also draw 1MW of solar energy to the facility while the roof is designed to gather rain 🌧 water to aid in flushing the 1,200 restrooms by gravity.
The transformers located at the new power plant required to power plant is much bigger than the present plant.
It is believed to be already under construction and would be finished in time for the dedication of the Ark.
The new Megawatt power plant reported to be 80MW will help to supply electricity to the whole of Canaanland including The Ark, Covenant University, Canaan City and possibly some parts of Ota.
According to Bishop Oyedepo, Canaanland has never experienced a complete electricity blackout since 1999 contrary to the norm in Nigeria.
Credit: Church Gist