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Rivers Crisis: Tinubu’s State of Emergency Defused Potential Violence, Lawyer Says
A Port Harcourt-based lawyer, Mr. Princewill Dike, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his decisive action in declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State, which he believes was essential in averting widespread chaos and potential bloodshed.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Dike affirmed that the president’s decision was in full compliance with Section 305 of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution (as amended). He highlighted that Section 14, Subsection 2 of the constitution assigns the government the crucial responsibility of safeguarding lives and property, a duty which, according to Dike, President Tinubu effectively fulfilled in Rivers State.
Speaking to journalists in Port Harcourt on Wednesday, Dike warned that public safety would have been severely compromised if Governor Siminalayi Fubara had been impeached by the House of Assembly. He also pointed out the growing threats from certain groups and individuals from a particular ethnic group, which jeopardized the safety of non-indigenes in the state and endangered critical federal infrastructure.
Dike expressed concern that these threats could have had serious ramifications beyond Rivers, potentially igniting unrest in other parts of the country. He criticized Governor Fubara for failing to publicly denounce these threats or direct security forces to take action against those responsible.
Additionally, Dike took issue with Governor Fubara’s comments following the Supreme Court ruling, where he reassured youth that he would advise them at the appropriate time, failing to provide strong leadership in the face of mounting tension.
Dike argued that President Tinubu’s declaration of emergency was a necessary measure to prevent the complete breakdown of law and order, calling it a prudent and timely intervention. He also pointed out that such actions were not unprecedented, citing previous instances where former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan had declared states of emergency in other Nigerian states.
He concluded by questioning why Rivers’ situation should be politicized along ethnic lines, reminding the public that similar actions had been taken in other states without controversy
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3. “Donald Duke is Better Than All Of Them”: Baba-Ahmed Explains Why PRP Is Shaking Up The 2027 Race!
The National Chairman of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP), Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has asserted that the party is exceptionally fortunate to feature former Cross River State Governor, Donald Duke, as its presidential candidate for the upcoming 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
A Strong Endorsement for Donald Duke
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Surpassing Competitors: Speaking during an interview, Baba-Ahmed confidently stated that, candidate for candidate, Donald Duke outperforms all other presidential contenders currently in the political space.
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Integrity and Capability: He described Duke as part of a visionary leadership blueprint aimed at thinking critically, restoring national dignity, exhibiting true integrity, and offering young Nigerians a leadership style they can genuinely look up to.
The Strategic Push for an Opposition Coalition
Despite possessing what he considers the superior candidate, Baba-Ahmed explained why the party is actively championing a broader political alliance:
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Consensus Over Ego: The PRP chairman emphasized that the party’s push for a mega-coalition is driven by consensus and constitutional processes rather than forcing Duke’s candidacy through on profile strength alone.
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Defeating Fault Lines: Framing the 2027 election as a critical turning point for the nation, Baba-Ahmed noted that the stakes go far beyond individual party ambitions. The coalition aims to unite likeminded opposition forces to rescue Nigeria from its current trajectory and bridge its deep fault lines.
Norway national team manager Ståle Solbakken has firmly denied allegations that Manchester City pressured him to shield star striker Erling Haaland from questions concerning the club’s financial breach case during international duty.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Media reports had previously claimed that club officials intervened behind the scenes to restrict Haaland’s media exposure. However, speaking to TribalFootball, Solbakken rejected these accusations entirely, emphasizing that Manchester City had no influence over his handling of media duties. He noted that the last time he ever discussed media matters with the club was during Haaland’s transition from Borussia Dortmund to Manchester City.
Key Highlights from Solbakken’s Statement
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Solbakken labeled the rumors a “lie,” stating that such claims compromise his personal integrity and his commitment to honesty with the national team.
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The manager clarified that the choice to exempt Haaland from specific media obligations was entirely his own decision, made without informing or consulting either Haaland or Manchester City.
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Expressing frustration over persistent club-level controversies overshadowing international windows, Solbakken urged journalists to focus on Haaland’s athletic performance on the pitch rather than fabricated cover-up stories.
Nigeria’s Minister of Regional Development, Engr. Abubakar Momoh, has called on African engineers and governments to adopt stronger engineering standards, prioritise regular maintenance and deepen regional cooperation in developing infrastructure capable of meeting the continent’s growing needs.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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