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Rivers Assembly Overrides Governor Fubara’s Assent to Four Bills
Rivers Assembly Overrides Governor Fubara’s Assent to Four Bills....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The rift between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the members of the Rivers State House of Assembly continues to escalate as the House, in a bold move, decided to override the governor’s assent to four bills that were initially passed and sent to him for approval….CONTINUE READING
During the 99th Legislative Sitting at the Assembly quarters along Aba Road on Friday, lawmakers made the decision to override the governor’s assent, a move revealed in a statement by Martins Wachukwu, the media aide to the Speaker of the State Assembly.
The decision to override came after Governor Fubara withheld his assent to the four bills and communicated his concerns to the House through letters. The governor argued that the proposed amendments could create confusion and breach constitutional provisions.
The statement highlighted that the lawmakers, undeterred by the governor’s reservations, proceeded to override his assent in accordance with Section 100(5) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 as altered. This section empowers the House to override the Governor when he withholds his assent.
Specifically addressing the Rivers State House of Assembly Fund Management Bill, which was reintroduced by the Majority Leader, Major Jack, and deliberated upon by members, the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule, referenced constitutional provisions empowering the House to take such actions.
The unanimous agreement of the 24 members present at the sitting to override the governor underscores the resolve of the House to assert its legislative authority. Similarly, the Rivers State Local Government Law (Amendment) Bill, the Rivers State Traditional Rulers’ Law (Amendment) Bill, and the Rivers State Advertisement and Use of State-owned Property Prohibition (Repeal) Bill were all subjected to debate and a unanimous decision to override the governor’s assent. The move signals a significant development in the ongoing power tussle between the executive and legislative arms in Rivers State.
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Punishing The Man Who Entered Through The Window: ADC Demands Heads Of Enablers Who Left Government Doors Open.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission’s (ICPC) interim report on the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), labeling it as predictable and a superficial attempt at damage control.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a statement released on Saturday by National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi, the opposition party asserted that the report glosses over critical questions. Specifically, it failed to clarify how the disputed agency managed to acquire office space in the Federal Secretariat, recruit civil servants, gain official recognition, and secure a reported ₦1.3 billion allocation in the 2026 federal budget.
Reiterating its initial stance, the ADC noted that it had previously advocated for an independent panel rather than an ICPC-led investigation. The party argued that the interim findings seem designed to shield government officials rather than uncover the full scope of how the council infiltrated state machinery.
Key Demands and Criticisms from the ADC:
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Beyond a Single Culprit: The party criticized the recommendation to prosecute the alleged Director-General, Adeniyi Adeyemi, pointing out that an open-ended investigation should not prematurely narrow the blame onto one individual, especially after reports surfaced linking the same suspect to two other fictitious organizations.
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The “Open Doors” Paradox: While a forged document might explain initial entry, the ADC emphasized it cannot account for how the operation seamlessly advanced through multiple high-level government layers to secure vehicles, official backing, and institutional support.
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Budgetary Accountability: Highlighting the controversial ₦1.3 billion budgetary provision, the party stressed that public funds do not materialize by coincidence and demanded accountability regarding who proposed, processed, and verified the allocation.
Welcoming the ongoing legislative inquiry by the House of Representatives, the ADC urged the ICPC to release its full interim findings and hold any negligent public officials accountable.
“What has happened is a national disgrace in the full glare of the entire world,” the statement concluded, insisting that investigators follow the evidence wherever it leads rather than settling for a single scapegoat.
Following back-to-back pre-season losses to Tottenham and Juventus, Chelsea bounced back with a dominant 3-0 victory against AC Milan in Jakarta on Saturday, providing a much-needed boost for new manager Xabi Alonso. After missing a couple of early opportunities, Brazilian forward Joao Pedro opened the scoring just before halftime by heading home an in-swinging corner from six yards out. Pedro then struck again immediately after the second-half kickoff, turning in a curling cross from Pedro Neto at the far post. Captain Moises Caicedo capped off the scoring just four minutes later with a brilliant volley using the outside of his right boot from the edge of the box following a cleared corner. AC Milan, managed by Ruben Amorim, failed to mount a significant response as Chelsea pressed for more, with both Geovany Quenda and Nicolas Jackson hitting the woodwork. This win builds momentum for Alonso’s squad ahead of their final pre-season match against Malaysian champions Johor Darul Ta’zim on Sunday, leading up to their 2026-27 Premier League opener against Fulham on August 24.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Transfer Drama: Genk Star Yira Sor Walking Out The Door While Olamilekan Adams Storms Scottish Football!.
Genk manager Jess Thorup has verified that 26-year-old Nigerian winger Yira Sor is departing the Belgian club during the summer transfer window, with potential links to Turkish club Amedspor. Sor, who has one senior cap for Nigeria, has reportedly traveled to Turkey for a medical examination ahead of finalizing his transfer. Having joined Genk from Slavia Prague in January 2023 for €6.5 million, his tenure was affected by injuries and he is now in the final year of his contract. Thorup confirmed to HLN that Sor has missed training for the past two days and is not part of the team’s upcoming season plans.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Meanwhile, Scottish Championship team Dunfermline Athletic secured the acquisition of 21-year-old Nigerian forward Olamilekan Adams from SK Dynamo České Budějovice on a two-year contract with an option for an additional year. During his stint in the Czech second tier last season, Adams scored three goals and registered one assist across 18 appearances. Dunfermline manager Neil Lennon praised the young, left-footed striker’s physical qualities and ability to play with his back to goal, viewing him as a promising addition to the squad’s attacking options despite his limited experience.
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