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Tai Local Government Area Pledges Support For RSU Sakpenwa/Kira Campus
The Chairman of Tai Local Government Area, Hon. Mbakpone Okpe has assured the Management of the Rivers State University (RSU) of the Council’s support for the smooth running of the RSU Sakpenwa / Kira Campus, situated in the Tai Local Government.
The Chairman gave the assurance on Wednesday 8th February, 2023, when he played host to the Management of the University and leaders of the host communities, who are the landlords of the Sakpenwa / Kira Campus – Kebara Kira and Deyor Kira.
Speaking at a special meeting held at the Council Secretariat, the Council boss, Hon. Okpe expressed gratitude to the Governor of Rivers State for approving the establishment of the satellite campus in Tai Local Government Area, stating that the presence of the University will improve the living standard of the host communities as well as other communities in the Local Government.
He called on his people to join him in providing an enabling environment for the University Campus, stressing that some security measures have already been put in place by his cabinet to safeguard lives and property in the campus.
The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Nlerum Okogbule, DSSRS, who led the delegation on the visit, thanked the Chairman of Tai Local Government Area for showing commitment towards the commencement of academic activities in the Sakpenwa / Kira Campus.
Prof. Okogbule noted that a University is a permanent institution that will outlive those who establish it and continue to benefit its host communities. He charged the people of Tai LGA to own the Sakpenwa / Kira Campus and ensure that the structures are protected.
In his remarks, the former Caretaker Chairman of Tai Local Government Area, Dr. Monday Agabe called on the two communities to work as an indivisible body and in synergy with the University to provide a peaceful environment for staff and students of the University.
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Rivers Political Crisis: IYC Warns of Dire Consequences Amid Impeachment Threats Against Gov Fubara

As tensions continue to mount following the current political crisis in Rivers State, the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Eastern Zone, has warned on the potential fallout from the ongoing impeachment threats against Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
The IYC, Eastern Zone, in a communiqué jointly signed by Chairman Comrade Ibiso Harry and Secretary Hon. John Amos Benjamin, emphasized that any attempt to destabilize the government could have dire consequences for the state’s stability and the welfare of Rivers people.
They called for dialogue and peaceful resolutions, urging all parties involved to prioritize the welfare of the citizens over political maneuvering.
In the communiqué, IYC accused former Governor Nyesom Wike and the Martin Amaewhule-led State House of Assembly of exacerbating the ongoing political crisis in the state.
They claimed that Wike’s persistent efforts to control the state’s resources have led to a political crisis that threatens the very fabric of Rivers State governance.
“The bone of contention in this crisis is the desperate attempt by the FCT Minister to maintain control over the state’s resources, which Governor Fubara has firmly resisted,” stated Comrade Ibiso Harry, who read the communiqué.
He went on: “Fubara’s mantra, ‘Rivers money for Rivers people,’ clearly reflects his commitment to prioritizing the welfare of our citizens.”
The group further warned that the stoppage of federal revenue allocation to the state would lead to severe repercussions for civil servants and jeopardize crucial services in healthcare and education.
“We have supported every governor of Rivers State in the past, and we demand the same respect for Governor Fubara to complete his two terms.
“Our people have sacrificed too much in the name of political loyalty, and we will not stand idly by as these attempts threaten our collective future”, the IYC declared.
The group called for dialogue and cooperation among political leaders, urging them to resolve differences without resorting to dubious political tactics.
They warned that should such attempts to impeach Fubara continue, those responsible would face the consequences of their actions, potentially leading to a breakdown of law and order in the state.
As the political tensions rise, the IYC expressed appreciation for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s intervention thus far, calling for further support to ensure that democracy prevails in Rivers State.
The communiqué concluded with a call for unity among all ethnic groups in the state, asserting their unwavering support for Governor Fubara and his administration.
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