According to Nivo News, Chief Ayirimi Emami, a prominent Itsekiri leader and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Delta State, has demanded justice for Emiko Onuwaje, who was killed during a violent clash in Warri South-West Local Government Area. The deadly confrontation, which occurred on Saturday, involved youths from Ugborodo and neighbouring Ogidigben riverine communities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, Emami described the killing as tragic and unacceptable. He condemned the act, stressing that resorting to violence over minor disputes among community members only fuels divisions and impedes development.

Following his condolence visit to the victim’s family, Emami appealed to residents, especially indigenes of Ugborodo, to remain calm and allow security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation. He called on community members to unite against criminal elements and stressed the need for justice for both the victim and his family.

Emami also emphasized that ongoing development efforts in the Ugborodo Federated Communities would not be undermined by individuals with criminal tendencies, urging residents to safeguard peace and unity in the area.

According to Nivo News, National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu led a high-level presidential delegation to Ogoni, Rivers State, yesterday to advance ongoing peace talks aimed at resuming oil production in the region. The delegation met with Governor Siminalayi Fubara in Port Harcourt and included Works Minister Dave Umahi, Environment Minister Balarabe Lawal, and Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) Group Managing Director Bayo Ojulari.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Oil exploration in Ogoni land has been suspended since 1993 due to violent protests over environmental degradation caused by oil spills and gas flaring. The protests led to the halting of Shell operations under international pressure. Successive administrations had struggled to restart oil production until President Bola Ahmed Tinubu established a peace committee with representatives from all stakeholders, tasked with resolving the long-standing crisis.

The committee tabled various demands, including the lifting of charges against Ken Saro-Wiwa and other Ogoni activists. In a bid to facilitate dialogue, the President granted a state pardon to Saro-Wiwa and others, conferred national honours, and fulfilled other requirements essential for resuming oil exploration.

During the visit, NSA Ribadu conveyed President Tinubu’s appreciation to Governor Fubara for his leadership, describing Rivers State as now one of the most peaceful states in the country. Ribadu emphasized that a “new chapter” is unfolding in Ogoni land, assuring that Nigeria “will no longer be what it used to be.” He also commended the state government for providing a campus for the University of Environment and hosting the South-South zonal office of the NSA.

Ribadu urged the governor to deploy personnel to operate four hospitals being established in Ogoni land.

Works Minister Umahi revealed that President Tinubu had approved a redesign of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway to pass through Ogoni land, highlighting the 15-kilometre Eleme axis of the East–West Road, which includes five flyovers, one of which is being constructed by the Rivers State Government. The over N200 billion project is expected to be completed by April next year. Umahi also confirmed that plans are underway to dualise the Bonny–Bodo Road and construct two flyovers to further improve regional connectivity.

Environment Minister Lawal reaffirmed that the Ogoniland clean-up project remains a priority, focusing on mangrove restoration, healthcare delivery, human capital development, and women empowerment initiatives recommended by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

NNPCL’s Bayo Ojulari announced that 30 Ogoni indigenes, whose employment was being finalized, would begin work next month. He assured that the company’s future focus will prioritize the people rather than oil alone.

Governor Fubara expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for his intervention, stating that resolving a three-decade-old crisis required bold leadership. He highlighted the improved ease of travel along the East–West Road connecting Bonny and Bayelsa and emphasized that sustainable development hinges on peace. Fubara urged Ogoni leaders to engage youths to allow oil operators to repair facilities and prevent fresh spills.

In a separate event, the governor reaffirmed his administration’s capacity to support President Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, describing it as a gesture of appreciation for the protection and support Rivers State has received from the President.

Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has been released after spending two weeks in police custody. According to reports, Gwamnishu had been held following allegations that he misappropriated ₦5.4 million from a ₦20 million ransom provided by the family of an abducted couple in Edo State. The funds were intended to secure the release of the couple.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Upon his release, Gwamnishu took to Instagram to address the public, clarifying that he was neither arrested nor formally invited by the police but had voluntarily presented himself for questioning. He emphasized that he has not been charged, noting that the matter remains under review by the Directorate of Public Prosecution.

In his message, Gwamnishu expressed gratitude to his supporters for standing by him and praised the Edo State Commissioner of Police and the investigative team led by CSP Osagie for their professionalism and guidance during the investigation. He thanked the public for their continued support and promised to personally acknowledge those who backed him throughout the ordeal.