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INC: Ozobo Advises Diri’s Reconciliation Committee to be Fair, Demands Immediate Reopening of Ijaw House
Ozobo Advises Diri’s Reconciliation Committee to be Fair, Demands Immediate Reopening of Ijaw House
By Charity Ebi
A prominent Niger Delta activist and Ijaw leader, Ozobo Austin, has cautioned members of the reconciliation committee constituted by Douye Diri against pursuing personal interests, urging them to remain neutral and committed to the collective interest of the Ijaw nation.
Speaking on the ongoing issues surrounding the leadership of the Ijaw National Congress, Ozobo warned that the committee must not allow itself to be manipulated to achieve what he described as selfish political objectives.
He maintained that Governor Diri should not portray himself as the overall leader of the Ijaw nation, stressing that the late Diepreye Alamieyeseigha was the only figure widely regarded as the “Governor-General” of the Ijaw people.
According to him, the reconciliation process would only gain acceptance if it was genuinely aimed at uniting aggrieved stakeholders and promoting peace within the Ijaw nation.
Ozobo argued that the electoral process of the INC had been concluded and winners duly emerged, noting that dissatisfaction from some quarters does not invalidate the outcome of an election.
He further criticized the closure of the Ijaw House, insisting that Governor Diri lacked the constitutional and moral authority to order such action. He described the move as provocative and capable of heightening tensions among Ijaw stakeholders.
“The Ijaw House was not built with personal resources belonging to the governor, and no individual has the unilateral power to shut it down without broad consensus from the Ijaw nation,” he stated.
The activist also appealed to respected Ijaw elders to rise above personal interests and political desperation, emphasizing the need to protect the unity and peace of the ethnic nationality.
He urged stakeholders dissatisfied with the election outcome to accept the process in good faith and avoid actions capable of deepening divisions within the Ijaw nation.
Ozobo concluded by calling on Governor Diri to immediately reopen the Ijaw House, warning that failure to do so could result in legal action.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
Salvation Ministries is set to dedicate its newly completed global headquarters, the Hand of God Cathedral, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Friday, November 6, 2026.
The dedication ceremony marks a significant milestone for the church, which is led by its founder and Presiding Pastor, David Ibiyeomie.
The new cathedral is expected to serve as the ministry’s global worship centre, providing a larger space for religious gatherings, spiritual activities and other church programmes.
The event is anticipated to attract worshippers, church leaders, ministers of the gospel and other Christian faithful from different parts of Nigeria and beyond.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
The campaign convoy of former Vice-President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has reportedly been attacked by suspected hoodlums in Kebbi State, leaving several media equipment destroyed.
The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, November 5, 2026, while the campaign team was moving through the state for political engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to the campaign team, the attackers allegedly blocked the convoy, pelted vehicles with stones and subsequently targeted journalists and members of the accompanying media crew.
By staff Reporter Rukevwe Odeh
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The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, disclosed this on Thursday during a press conference ahead of the state’s forthcoming energy summit.
Ogunleye said the initiative was designed to translate discussions surrounding Lagos’ electricity challenges into practical solutions that would expand access to reliable power, strengthen energy infrastructure and stimulate economic growth.
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