Politics
Inclusivity: Chief Whip Makes Case For Women
The Chief Whip of Opobo/Nkoro Legislative Assembly, Hon. Ayagogo Toby, has called on Nigerian leaders to support women through policy inclusion, empowerment, capacity- building, entrepreneurship skills training and other valuable investments that would continue to drive the growth and progress of women in particular and the society in general.
Addressing the women of her Ward in a thank- you visit to her constituency recently in Opobo Town, and the unveiling of her plans for them, Hon. Toby stressed that women had played vital roles in nation- building and other developmental programmes, but at the end, were relegated to the background.
The grassroots lawmaker commended women for their resilience and outstanding dedication and efforts towards ensuring moral rectitude in the society through family discipline.
“Today, I stand here as your representative in the government of this day, to honor the achievements of our women who serve as the pillars of our various families, models of resilience, development trailblazers and visionaries. Every day, their grace, courage, and knowledge inspire us,” she declared.
The Opobo- born grassroots politician, while x- raying the performance of women in the transformation of the country, said that Rivers State Governor, Dr Siminalayi Fubara’s administration has been deliberate in giving the women a voice in the decision- making process through extensive inclusion, training, and appointments into positions of trust.
According to her, the administration of President Bola Tinubu, especially his Renewed Hope Agenda, should be resolute in accommodating more women in the scheme of things in order to foster a sense of belonging, gender equality, among others.
She decried the fact that women in this generation are neglected, pointing out that they should be co-opted in all spectrum of the state. She noted, however, that the present administration in the state is currently eliminating all barriers against women through education and development policies and programmes.
“We have experienced women leading in the boardrooms, nurture families to maturity. educate our children and other youths, as well as, effectively shape policies that would lift us all.
“Their steadfast dedication to equality, fairness, and zealousness propels us all on the path of greatness. On our part as women, let us remain focused in whatever we find ourselves into, especially to be the advocate of the right of women. We must ensure that every girl child has access to quality education.
Bethel Toby
Politics
Gov Alia Appoints TuFace As Adviser

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has appointed Nigerian music legend, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as TuFace, as his Technical Adviser on Entertainment and Community Outreach.
In a viral video on Wednesday, Governor Alia praised TuFace for all the support towards his administration.
The Governor stated that TuFace can do more.
He stated, “On behalf of the Benue State Government and our very good people, we want to give you some more responsibility plus the ones you have been doing because you have the capacity to do some more and help us chart a way forward to improve other people’s lives and to gain more from your wisdom and advice as well.
“So, I’m pleased to announce that we will make you a Technical Adviser to the Governor on Entertainment and Community Outreach.”
Politics
Oborevwori, Okowa Dump PDP For APC

Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
The announcement was made following a closed-door meeting at the Government House in Asaba on Wednesday.
The Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, confirmed the development in a telephone conversation with The Tide’s source.
Similarly, the defection of former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa was announced on Wednesday in Asaba by Senator James Manager, following a meeting that lasted over six hours at the Government House.
Senator Manager said all PDP members in the State, including the Governor, former Governor Okowa, the Speaker, the state party chairman, and all local government chairmen, had agreed to join the APC.
“We cannot continue to be in a sinking boat,” he said.
The decision to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) followed extensive consultations with political stakeholders and was made in the interest of Delta State’s long-term development.
Governor Oborevwori, who won the 2023 gubernatorial election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was received by senior APC officials in what political analysts are already describing as a strategic realignment with far-reaching implications ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Politics
Speakers Conference Tasks FG, Governors On Wanton Killings
The Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria has condemned the recent wave of killings in Plateau, Borno, Benue, Niger State and most recently, Kwara State, calling on the federal and state governments to take urgent steps to stem the tide.
Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Adebo Ogundoyin, stated this in a statement issued in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Rt Hon. Ogundoyin, who is the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, said the gruesome killings had led to tragic loss of lives, widespread displacement, and unimaginable trauma for thousands of Nigerians.
“We are alarmed by the escalating insecurity in the land and the seeming helplessness with which these attacks are met. The time for mere condemnation and rhetoric has passed; urgent and coordinated action is now required at all levels of government to end these bloodbaths and restore peace and order.
“While we acknowledge that defence and national security fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the Federal Government, we must stress that every level of government bears responsibility for the security and welfare of the people. State governors, in particular, must rise to the occasion and fully understand that governance is not limited to road construction and ceremonial functions. True governance is rooted in the protection of lives, the preservation of order, and the alleviation of suffering,” he said.
He called on state governments to complement the efforts of the Federal Government by making and enforcing enabling laws for community policing and other grassroots-driven security models.
According to him, States must develop proactive frameworks that integrate local intelligence, social support systems, and youth engagement in the fight against insecurity.
The conference also urged the Federal Government to meaningfully engage the citizenry and introduce bold, practical measures to cushion the hardship caused by its current economic policies.
“Millions of Nigerians are groaning under the weight of inflation, unemployment, and a cost-of-living crisis. It is imperative that relief initiatives—targeted, transparent, and impactful—are rolled out without delay. Dialogue, not distance, must define the relationship between the government and its people at this critical time.
“The Conference of Speakers affirms its commitment to supporting all legislative actions necessary to restore security, promote justice, and foster inclusive governance across the country. The killings in Benue, Niger, Plateau, Borno, Kwara, and any part of Nigeria must not be allowed to continue unchecked. Justice must prevail, and peace must be restored.
“Let it be known: the safety, dignity, and well-being of every Nigerian must remain the top priority of all arms and levels of government,” Rt Hon. Ogundoyin said.
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