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Ijaw National Congress Condemns Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers State
By Perez Bibaikefie – March 18, 2025
The Ijaw National Congress (INC) has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State, calling it a “hasty and partisan” move allegedly designed to favor Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.
While reacting to questions raised by news men in Yenagoa, the President of INC, Prof. Benjamin Ogele Okaba accused the president of the FRN of ignoring wise counsel and implementing a premeditated plan. According to Okaba, the decision to declare a State of Emergency was triggered by the Ijaw people’s refusal to be provoked into violence during last weekend’s orchestrated thanksgiving on a Saturday and the hosting of Wike in Abalama.
Prof. Okaba stated that the alleged aim of the Abalama event was to incite violence and create justification for the declaration of emergency rule, which failed as ijaw youths heeded the wise council of their elders. He further questioned why President Tinubu had chosen to impose emergency rule in Rivers State while failing to do so in other crisis-ridden states like Plateau, Benue, Borno, Sokoto, Zamfara, and Ondo, where frequent violent attacks have led to the deaths of many civilians and military officers by faceless tribal militia and other criminal minded elements.
“We said it just yesterday in both print and TV media that the political wahala in Rivers State is beyond a battle between Wike and Fubara, but one orchestrated by a bigger political hand. Nigerians have now seen the last straw that may break the camel’s back,” Okaba asserted.
The INC leader also condemned what he described as the selective nature of the emergency rule, pointing out that while Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, the State House of Assembly members, and all appointees were removed, Wike—whom the INC describes as a key figure in the crisis and other federal appointee from Rivers State who support him—remains in office as FCT Minister and federal appointees. Where is justice in this equation?
“How do we explain that, Mr. President’s experimental State of Emergency sacked Governor Fubara and all his appointed persons but did not sack Wike, the major player in this matter, who has continually and boastfully promised mayhem, attacked Ijaw people, and incited violence?” Okaba questioned.
The Ijaw National Congress has called for an immediate Sack of Tinubu’s FCT minister and his cohorts, if the call for the reversal of the State of Emergency by well meaning Nigerians is ignored, warning that failure to do so will compel the Ijaw people to reassess “all the injustices meted upon them since the foundation of Nigeria” and take a firm stance in determining their future.
The Professor of Sociology warned that the safety and security of Governor Siminalayi Fubara must be a top priority following the military’s takeover of power in Rivers State under the declared state of emergency. With the armed forces now in control, concerns have risen over the potential risks to Fubara’s well-being. The INC wonders if a President Tinubu will guarantee the protection of Fubara and his family, insisting that any harm to him would raise serious questions about the intent behind this intervention. The world is watching, and this move increasingly appears to be a case of dictatorship disguised as civilian governance. The Ijaw people, both at home and in the diaspora, must unite and place the President on notice, making it clear that both the removal of and any threat to Fubara’s safety will not and can never be tolerated.
Meanwhile, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ekpo (Rtd.) has been appointed as the sole administrator of Rivers State following the removal of all elected officials. However, critics continue to ask why Wike, who has been at the centre of the crisis, remains unaffected by the presidential decision.
As the political situation in Rivers State continues to unfold, the Ijaw Nation is calling on Nigerians to stand in defence of democracy and the rights of the Ijaw people.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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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.
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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.
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Niger Deltans watch in keen anticipation of what promises to be truly spectacular.
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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.
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