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Donkemezuo Urges Governor Fubara To Reconcile With Wike For Peace In Rivers State
Elvis Donkemezuo, former President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), has called on Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara to extend an olive branch to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, in an effort to restore peace and political stability to the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking during an interview on Arise News, Donkemezuo criticized Governor Fubara’s handling of the political tensions between him and Wike, attributing the ongoing crisis to the governor’s rigid stance. He emphasized that the political discord, which has escalated to alarming levels, could have been avoided if the governor had adopted a more conciliatory approach.
According to Donkemezuo, many of the key players in the crisis, including Speaker Martins Amaewhule and other lawmakers, are individuals with whom he shares personal and long-standing relationships. He stressed that these political figures were united under the same platform during the last election, and as such, reconciliation remains possible if approached with humility and genuine intent.
“The governor should have humbled himself and engaged these individuals privately to seek common ground,” Donkemezuo said. “This is a matter that can be resolved internally, without further escalation.”
He described Wike as a seasoned politician known for his capacity to forgive, despite his often blunt communication style. Donkemezuo believes Fubara has been misled by those in his inner circle, advising him instead to engage Wike directly and respectfully, even if discreetly.
“My advice to Fubara is to approach Wike like a brother, even if it’s behind closed doors, and express his loyalty and desire for resolution,” he stated. “They can exchange their usual banter and move forward for the good of the state.”
Donkemezuo also urged Fubara to engage individually with members of the House of Assembly to address the issues affecting the legislature, stressing that meaningful dialogue is the key to ending the impasse.
He concluded by lamenting that several efforts by concerned stakeholders to mediate the conflict have been frustrated by a lack of responsiveness from the governor’s end.
“Stakeholders have tried to intervene, but each time they reach a consensus with one party and return to the governor, he fails to act. I’m not saying he’s unwilling to resolve the matter, but his strategy is deeply flawed,” Donkemezuo added.
According to Nivo News, the Office of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, SAN, has clarified that the revocation of his bail by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission was solely linked to his presence at a political event in Kebbi State, and not due to any alleged breach of bail conditions....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement issued on Thursday, Malami’s Special Assistant on Media Affairs, Mohammed Doka, dismissed reports claiming the former AGF failed to comply with his bail terms. He described such reports as inaccurate and at odds with the established facts.
The statement explained that Malami had met all the requirements earlier set by the EFCC in relation to allegations of money laundering and abuse of office—claims he has consistently denied. It added that the anti-graft agency later imposed additional conditions, including restrictions on media engagements and a ban on participating in political activities within Kebbi State.
Doka maintained that Malami committed no violations, arguing that the EFCC withdrew the bail only after he attended a political gathering in his home state, which did not constitute a legal or procedural breach. He further noted that prohibiting Malami from political involvement in Kebbi was unconstitutional and amounted to an infringement on his rights to freedom of movement, association, and political participation.
A popular Nigerian singer, Ruger, has stirred reactions online after expressing his opinion about women who undergo Brazilian Butt Lift procedures, commonly known as BBL. According to Nivo News, the artist shared his thoughts in a recent post on X, where he claimed that many women with surgically enhanced bodies often display questionable behaviour.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Ruger, writing in pidgin English, suggested that the cosmetic procedure appears to come with what he described as “a little attitude.” His post read: “When I see girl with BBL, I dey straight up think say dem get bad character. Be like the procedure dey come with small attitude and ogba.”
His comment immediately sparked widespread debate across social media platforms, as users questioned why women’s bodies continue to be subjected to harsh scrutiny and judgment in public discourse.
Renewed unrest has erupted in Benue State as coordinated attacks in Otukpo Local Government Area left a Fulani herder dead and more than 20 cattle slaughtered, heightening fears of escalating communal strife. According to Nivo News, the incidents, which occurred between December 4 and 5, spread across the Ondo, Ogobia, Ugboju and Otukpo Nobi communities—areas already burdened by intermittent clashes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Residents expressed concern over claims that the handling of a key suspect by a security agency may have worsened tensions, raising suspicions of institutional negligence and prompting fears of retaliatory violence.
The crisis intensified on Friday, December 5, when armed individuals from the Ondo community in Ogobia reportedly ambushed a Fulani herder, Hassan Sule, popularly known as Alhaji Foder. Local accounts indicated that he was travelling on a motorcycle with a labourer to inspect his herd when the attackers opened fire. The labourer sustained injuries but managed to escape, while Foder died on the spot.
Panic spread rapidly among Fulani families, who immediately notified troops stationed at the Ogobia military post. Soldiers accompanied the herders to recover the deceased, but the situation escalated when armed men allegedly launched a second ambush, apparently unaware that the military was part of the approaching team. Security sources said troops returned fire swiftly and subdued the assailants.
One of the attackers was reportedly captured alive and disarmed, raising hopes of uncovering those behind the organised assaults. However, the situation took a troubling turn after the suspect was handed over to the Divisional Police Officer of Ogoli/Ogboju. According to multiple sources, the officer allegedly released the suspect less than an hour after taking custody.
Fulani community representatives who confronted the DPO said he dismissed their concerns, allegedly stating that the military had no authority to arrest and transfer suspects to him, insisting he was following his professional judgement.
Community leaders condemned the decision as irresponsible and inflammatory, warning that the release of the suspect has worsened an already volatile atmosphere and could trigger further unrest in the affected communities.
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