Peace, reconciliation and political solution panacea for Moving Rivers State Forward – Chief Obiaruko Ndukwe

 .....Calls on Governor Fubara to sue for peace

 

A political analyst and President of Citizens Quest for Truth initiative, Chief Oiaruko Ndukwe has reiterated the need for peace moves on the part of the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, asserting that reconciliation and political solution are  panacea for moving the State forward.

 

Chief obiaruko who was responding to questions on TVC news "Sunday Politics" following the trending meeting of Governor Fubara’s with President Tinubu, noted that what many people didn’t know was that, governor Fubara had met with the FCT Minister earlier on Good Friday before he left for London to meet with Mr. President, adding that it was  Governor Ogbonna Nwifuru of Ebonyi State, Governor Dapo Abioun and former governor of Ogun State Olusegun Osoba who brokered the meeting with Wike.

 

Responding to the recorded interview of Tompolo who said that Governor Fubara will be returned, the political analyst said it is possible he “knows something that we may not know”, besides everyone is entitled to their opinion, noting that the reconciliation process is not to be centered on the suspended Governor or the FCT Minister alone.

 

According to her, the FCT minister view is not in line with Tompolo’s opinion, because a lot of issues will be put into consideration; stakeholders on both sides of the divide will be involved, Rivers’ National Assembly/State house of Assembly members, the Deputy Governor, traditional rulers, religious leaders amongst others must be involved and carried along in any process of reconciliation.

 

On the issue of reports of Governor Fubara reaching agreement with the President in London, Chief Obiaruko said, “we don’t know the details of the meeting with the President. The report we got said that there were some concession.  Fubara was ready to make some concessions; concessions we don’t know the details. It was between him and the President.”

 

Similarly, she said the report of an arrangement that Gov. Fubara will defect to the APC as one of the concessions is still not official.

 

She noted that the political crisis that resulted in the declaration of emergency rule has delayed meaningful development in the state. According to her, “Rivers State was actually competing with Lagos State just before now, it was following Lagos, but now Rivers State has taken the back stage. So they need to do something to be able to cover up lost grounds of development amongst others."

 

On whether the emergency has achieved much, she said, there has been “relative peace as this has stopped the frequency of bombing of strategic national assets; crude oil pipelines and people can now go about their normal duties without being threatened.”

 

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US-Based Lady, Prof Mgbeke Calls out Senator Natasha Akpoti with Shocking Details for Allegedly Lying

 Introduction to the Call Out

 

Welcome to Our Common Sense Republic: The Truth Wears No Mask!

 

Hello, beloved people of conscience and courage. Welcome once again to our Common Sense Republic, where truth is unfolded, and served undiluted, and integrity stands tall without compromise.

 

Before I announce the time for our upcoming live broadcast, I urge you all, media houses, bloggers, journalists, followers, advocates, critical thinkers, and even the doubters to tag your family, friends, and fellow Nigerians. This is no ordinary revelation. What we’re about to unpack together is the systematic manipulation of the Nigerian public and the weaponization of gender by Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan, not for justice, but for political gain and personal vengeance.

 

And for the record: To those saying “Who is this one?”, “She must have been bought,” or “She’s beneath Natasha,” let me be unequivocally clear, I am not hungry, not poor, and definitely not for sale. I have served this country honorably through the Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON). I was a key initiator of the SONCAP and Pre-Shipment Inspection Tests, now a cornerstone of Nigeria’s quality control system.

 

And also through the police service commission! The police reforms and gender mainstreaming frameworks within the Nigerian Police Force that are applauded today, I helped initiate those too. But because I do not flaunt my achievements or socialize with every “Tom, Dick, and Harry” online or offline, some believe I can be looked down upon, insulted, silenced or discredited. They are mistaken. I stand on truth, ethics, and the kind of spiritual and cultural grounding that money and manipulation can never shake. I don’t like making videos or coming live on social media or even granting interviews for some reasons but i will do that on this issue! The last time I did Facebook/ Instagram live broadcast was in 2022 and that was with Dr. Dele Momodu.

 

The Call Out

 

Natasha’s Weaponization of Gender and Political Deception

 

What is happening is not activism. It is an orchestrated political strategy, and an abuse of gender advocacy, a staged performance designed to provoke public sympathy, manufacture false narratives, and target political opponents.

 

Natasha once told me herself, “My goal is to dismantle the ‘Yoruba Government.’ If Akpabio falls, the APC will crumble.”

 

Her words, not mine.

 

This is not about justice for women. This is about self-promotion, revenge, and a politically sponsored mission to destabilize national structures. She admitted to funding the ARISE Women’s Award, manipulating activists like Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, FIDA, and Mrs. Abiola to disrupt the senate committee public hearings, and all because she lacked concrete evidence. She plotted to derail legitimate legislative processes for personal benefit.

 

Also, in her words: “I sent aunty Oby, FIDA and Mrs Abiola to go there and Deliberately Disrupt the Committee from Moving Forward!” She followed with a very mischievous laughter. (I will share this with the public).

 

She claimed that the Senate President is involved in organ harvesting and accused him of being connected to the tragic death of Ini Umoren. She said this to me, directly and to others she attempted to recruit. She wanted this narrative spread to international media without proof. She even mocked Nigerians for being, in her words, “gullible and hungry.”

 

Behind closed doors, she ridicules the very people she cries in front of. This is deception at its peak.

 

Personal Encounters and Declined Recruitment:

 

I was approached through a senior member of a political party to join Natasha’s malicious agenda. She asked me to align with a dirty game of propaganda and destruction. I refused. Instead, I counseled her, pleaded for peace, and even offered to sponsor a reconciliation process anywhere in the world, and with the help of traditional rulers and elder stateswomen. I also made several posts on this: No Evidence, Make Peace! She didnt like it at all! We quarreled!

 

I also made several posts on this: No Evidence, Make Peace! She didn’t like it at all! We quarreled! She refused. Instead, she resorted to threats.

 

So, I reached out to the IPU, UN agencies, the POLICE, and other global institutions we had once connected her with, unaware of the ulterior motives behind her cries. When we realized she was being used to attack political targets, and under the guise of activism, we took swift action to present what I now call: The New Truth and I published the book: UNHEARD SCREAMS incase anything happens to me!

 

Coming Live with Evidence:

 

On my live broadcast (time to be announced shortly), I will present three solid pieces of evidence, including voice recordings, forensic voice analyses, the very first call to me, and more. But I will withhold the name of the political party secretary who introduced us, and unless the situation demands it in court. I will keep her private information and all the nasty things she said and also planning to do to her husband Emmanuel UDUAGHAN, her ex boyfriend Nsima and what she said about the woman she claims her husband is having an affair with and how she manipulated him to ensure she doesn’t become a minister of the federal republic of Nigeria. Her relationship with Emeka the guy she met her present husband in his office in Port Harcourt, and her visit to Mr. President in Paris and how she tried to work against her party and give some names to Mr. President but she didn’t get any positive response from Mr. President. All this will be held back with other information that may be needed by the court.

 

Natasha is not only spreading dangerous misinformation; she’s playing with the emotions of the Nigerian people. This is not gender advocacy, it is gender weaponization.
“The words of his mouth were smoother than butter, but war was in his heart: his words were softer than oil, yet were they drawn swords.” – Psalm 55:21
“And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” – John 8:32

 

My Mission is Divine:

 

I didn’t seek this. But I now understand that GRACE positioned me here. I am just a vessel through whom God wants to bring closure to a national and international embarrassment.

 

I am just a vessel through whom God wants to bring closure to a national and international embarrassment. I didn’t call or reach out to Natasha, she called and reached out to me! But, she was very upset and disappointed that I Am Not a Useful Idiot!

 

I am in transit now, but please stay tuned. The time for my live session will be posted soon. After the broadcast, I’ll upload her voice recordings ( just 10% out of 100%), and even a documentary based on our findings. Radio stations and media outlets are welcome to reach out for access to the audio and music content inspired by this painful but necessary exposure.

 

May God raise a David in this generation to confront the modern Goliaths, and those who smile in our faces but plan our destruction behind closed doors.Thank you for standing for truth.

 

Stay informed. Stay discerning. Stay free.

 

I will be joining you live soon! No long stories when I come online because I have explained enough! I will give you Three Evidences as promised to open the floor!

 

Do you know how long it took to gather this evidence, where it’s been submitted, and how many national and international authorities are involved? Every detail has been forensically investigated, analyzed, and verified. This is no playground for your baseless AI propaganda. This case isn’t confined to Nigeria alone, and I don’t make noise. I make moves.

 

Source: Prof. Mgbeke

You can find Professor Mgbeke on Facebook

 

 

 

 

House of Reps Committee Visits Customs Zone C, Headquarters, as Customs Commands Showcase First Quarter Revenue Generation,Others

By Bon Peters
 

In line with its oversight function, the  House of Representatives Committee on Customs and Excise, has paid a working visit to the Customs Zone C  Headquarters in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State Capital Wednesday, even as the Customs Area 1, Command,  others showcase their first quarter revenue generation, anti-smuggling activities among others.
 
The event which served as a stocktaking for all the Commands in the zone, saw the Area Controllers take turns to present to the house committee   their achievements in revenue generation, anti-smuggling activities, trade facilitation,, projects, prospects and challenges.
 
Speaking to Newsmen  on the sidelines of the event, the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Leke Abejide said he was satisfied with the findings so far, even as he promised to take home every information gathered so  that the committee would work on it for effective implementation.
 
“Am satisfied with our findings, we will go back and look into them so that we will work out modalities to ensure more revenue is generated, trade facilitated and smuggling suppressed."
"When we talk of non oil revenue, Customs comes to mind" He emphasized.
 
Earlier, in his welcome address, the Zonal coordinator Customs Zone C Headquarters (ACG) SK  Dangaladima has welcomed the committee thanking them for finding time to visit his zone even as he promised continued collaboration and synergy for them to achieve the purpose of their visit.
 
He lauded the officers and men of his Commands for their dedication to duty, especially in revenue generation, trade facilitation and suppression of smuggling in the Zone.
 
In his presentation, the Customs Area 1, Controller, CAC, Compt Mustapha Hashim, said,  “The Command has generated ₦56.1  Billion in the first quarter of 2025  with a statistical difference of ₦12.5Billion collected same period in 2024 which stood at 28.6%.”
 
He noted that   "The command revenue target is ₦216Billion for 2025 and  the command has also generated over ₦18Billion from 1st to 22 April 2025 which has already exceeded ₦17.4Billion collected in April 2024.”
 
Compt  Hashim, assured that the  Command would do everything possible within the ambit of the law to raise revenue collection  in the year 2025.
 
On Anti- Smuggling activities, the Area 1,Customs Boss, stated that the command has relentlessly fought against smuggling activities in the ports which  led to several arrests and handing over of intercepted animals and plants to the appropriate government agencies in line with the convention on international trade in Endangered Species of Wild fauna and flora (CITES).
 
Disclosing that  the command impounded  9 packages of Tafradol- 200mg tablets at the NAHCO SHED of the Port Harcourt port International Airport.
 
In a related development,  the Customs Area Controller, CAC, Federal Operations Unit, Zone C, Owerri, Compt. Bishir  Balogun,  said, “The FOU Zone C has made great success in trade facilitation, revenue generation, implementation of government fiscal policy, combating smuggling activities and illicit items across its area of jurisdiction."  Balogun disclosed this while presenting his score card to the house committee.
 
Compt Balogun emphasized, “The Command recorded the following seizures without need to fire any single shot or use physical violence; a team of gallant officers and men of the FOU Zone  ‘C’ Owerri, working on intelligence intercepted 2425 pieces of used tyres; intelligence driven operations of our officers and men led to the arrest and seizure of 647 bales of second clothing; the roving patrol team of the unit on a credible stop and search operation was able to arrest and detain 2762 Rolls of 60 Yard Each satin mirror dull face; the Rapid Response officers and men if the unit on a credible intelligence patrol intercepted a Truck load of smuggled 3,400 cartons of foreign spaghetti made in Turkey; the team of intelligence roving squad intercepted 25 blocks of Cannabis Sativa and the command arrested 233 sacks of 2kg and 50kg Foreign Parboiled Rice and 14 bags of 50kg rice. ”
 
Compt Balogun noted , "From the date of my assumption of office as CAC FOU Zone C precisely 20th

March 2025 to 20 April 2025, the unit has recorded over 30 various interceptions/ detentions and over 10 categories of seizures of un- customs and illicit substances within the zone and with a total Duty Paid Value ( DPV) of N1,010,113,880.00  (  One billion, ten million, one hundred and thirteen thousand, eight hundred and eighty naira only) and the unit also raised additional Demand Notices ( DN) totaling N13, 451,848.00 ( Thirteen Million, four hundred and fifty one thousand, eight hundred and forty eight naira only)  within the period under review
 
Contributing, the Chairman/CEO of Microconsult Nigeria Ltd and the immediate past chairman, ANLCA Onne Seaport Chapter, Mr. Mike Ebeatu said the demand by the Nigeria Customs Service to be given four percent of the revenue generated is in order. " We are supporting Customs on that. They have done well and deserved to be compensated."
"Also the agents who are interfacing with the importers and doing all the jobs to ensure that enough revenue is generated should adequately benefit.” Ebeatu said.
 
He also noted that when agents are properly taken care of, the issue of sharp practices like under declaration, concealment among others would be a thing of the past. On the state of Eastern ports road network, he described the state of road infrastructure as very bad insisting that it is like Eastern ports are abandoned. Continuing, he added "the absence of road and rail network is negatively affecting the freight forwarding business. The rate of container accident is high; there should be a railway network connectivity from here to Aba, Nnewi, Onitsha. Some of our colleagues transport their cargoes from here to Kano dry port. It would have been better to do it through the railway to reduce the rate of accidents and road congestion, " Ebeatu opined.
 
He therefore, urged the federal government to develop the railway infrastructure, bring more scanners at the ports insisting that  Onne Port can  boast of only one scanner while other ports in the zone, do not even have  hence according to him, for customs do collect more revenue there should be nonintrusive and single window container clearance at the Eastern ports.
 
 Present at the event include  Compt Chukwudi Ogbonna, Akwaibom/ Calabar Command, Comptroller Chika Dim, Eastern Maritime Command, Comptroller Comfort Ukpanah, Enugu Command, Comptroller Peterson Akpan, Imo /Abia Command, DC, Ege Chukwu Sunday  who represented Oil and Gas Free Trade Zone Port Harcourt among others.
 

Prominent Nigerians, international golfers honour Second Republic Politician, Bible translator, Deacon Stephen Ejueyitsi Aganbi

Hold Classic Golf Tournament, Cocktail Night, Award Presentation in Delta State

Nigerians will assemble in Koko, headquarters of Warri North Local Government Area on Friday, April 25 to pay homage to the memory of Bible translator, Deacon Stephen Ejueyitsi Aganbi,

‘’Late Pa Aganbi was a lawyer, a community leader and a lover of God. He was a highly reputed politician of the Second Republic in Nigeria and the Olare-Aja (community leader) of Koko’’.

The nonagenarian, gifted interpreter and scholar died on Thursday, March 19, 2020.

The 99-year-old legal luminary, politician par excellence and an astute intellectual was interred on Saturday, May 9, 2020 in his hometown.

"Deacon Aganbi was a man of character, courage and compassion. He advanced an agenda that elevated his people"

A statement by the family announced a competitive golf tournament in honour of Deacon Aganbi.

"On behalf of Canaanland and Country Club, we are pleased to extend a warm invitation to you for the upcoming Late Olare-Aja of Koko Golf Classic scheduled for April 25 to 27, 2025. The event commemorating his legacy and celebrating the vibrant culture of our community will feature an array of sports for non-golfers, including badminton, table tennis, darts and traditional games such as Ayo and Ludo. We will also host a Cocktail Night on Friday, April 25 and an award presentation party on Saturday evening to celebrate the spirit and values our father cherished"

The statement issued by the Chief Executive Officer of Akogate Group, Felix Aganbi said the late Bible translator’s life brought a greater dignity to the country.

‘’The golf tournament celebrates the life and legacy of Deacon S. E. Aganbi, the revered founder of Canaanland, who served his people with unwavering dedication until his passing. Through this event, we aim to honour his enduring values of leadership, integrity, love and cultural stewardship, reflecting the profound impact he made during his life time’’

The statement praised Aganbi for inspiring generations of lawyers, writers and clergymen.

Deacon Aganbi served as chairman for the Itsekiri Bible Translation Project, the team that completed the Old and New Testament translation in the Itsekiri language.

"Deacon Aganbi was committed to his family and lived a great life marked by service to his people.

The statement further praised Deacon Aganbi for putting his learning to the service of the Church, using the Bible to nourish the faith and life of believers as well as for serving as a spiritual guide to many.

"The title of Olare-Oja holds deep significance in Itsekiri tradition, bestowed upon the eldest man in the community. As a custodian of heritage and wisdom, the Olare-Aja guides progress while preserving the cultural identity of the Koko community within the historic Warri Kingdom. Deacon Aganbi embodied this role with grace, balancing forward -thinking vision with a steadfast commitment to tradition"

The statement emphasized Aganbi’s extraordinary moral leadership.

‘’Deacon Aganbi lived a noble life full of meaning and purpose.  He inspired people through the power of his example.

The statement praised the accomplished translator for his well-known vision and linguistics competence in the languages of the Niger-Delta region.

He would be remembered as a modern and progressive community leader, a committed citizen.

“Deacon Stephen Aganbi was a quintessential Nigerian. Throughout his political years, he proved to be an honest and courageous administrator. He also added charisma to education and astuteness both of which he displayed at difficult times’

NOSDRA Boss, Engr. Chuwuemeka hosts Renaissance Energy Group, Reaffirms Commitment to Mitigating Oil Spill Incidents

Engr. Chuwuemeka Woke, the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA), has reaffirmed the agency’s unwavering commitment to mitigating oil spill incidents across Nigeria. This statement was made on Tuesday during a significant courtesy visit by Renaissance Energy to the agency's headquarters in Abuja.

 

Engr. Woke emphasized that the prevention and management of oil spills is a critical priority for NOSDRA, especially considering the environmental and socio-economic implications of such incidents. The Director General highlighted the necessity of collaboration between regulatory bodies and energy providers to ensure the implementation of robust safety measures and quick response strategies to oil spill occurrences.

 

"We welcome Renaissance Energy's commitment to the Nigerian energy sector. Together, we can foster a sustainable environment by ensuring that operational protocols are followed diligently to preempt oil spillages and enhance environmental stewardship," Woke stated.

 

He expressed gratitude to Renaissance Energy for their historic visit, marking it as an important step

towards building a cooperative relationship. Engr. Woke also assured Renaissance Energy of NOSDRA’s readiness to offer any assistance required to facilitate their operational success in Nigeria.

 

Tony Attah, the Team Lead of Renaissance Energy Group, expressed appreciation for the warm reception and acknowledged that NOSDRA's office is the first agency they have visited since their acquisition of Shell’s assets in Nigeria. "The importance of establishing a strong partnership with NOSDRA cannot be overstated, especially as we navigate the complexities of energy production in a nation rich in natural resources. We commend Engr. Woke and his team for their prompt support and responsiveness as we embark on this venture," Attah remarked.

 

Attah further underscored Renaissance Energy's strategic focus on providing sustainable energy solutions as a pivotal factor in resetting Nigeria's economy. "By investing in cleaner energy technologies and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, we aim to contribute meaningfully to the economic revival and sustainable development of Nigeria," he added.

 

Both leaders expressed mutual interest in fostering ongoing dialogue aimed at enhancing operational frameworks that prioritize environmental protection and community engagement.

 

The visit culminated in a discussion on future collaborations and initiatives designed to promote environmental sustainability and efficient energy production methodologies in Nigeria's oil and gas

sector.

In Defense of Nigerian Democracy and the Role of Women: A Call for Peaceful Engagement

“Let every Nigerian—regardless of gender—feel safe, valued, and empowered to serve. Let us work together, not against each other, to preserve the dignity of our democracy.” 

 

 

By Obiaruko Christie Ndukwe

 

 

Recent international coverage surrounding Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s claims against the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has cast Nigeria in a negative light—portraying our political space as hostile, regressive, and oppressive toward women. While every democratic society must acknowledge and address concerns of injustice or impropriety, it is equally essential that we avoid generalizations and narratives that risk unfairly maligning the nation, its institutions, and its people.

 

Contrary to what some may suggest, many Nigerian male politicians have consistently demonstrated commitment to the inclusion, empowerment, and advancement of women in politics. From appointments to endorsements, mentorship to collaboration, Nigerian women have found strong allies among male counterparts who recognize their immense contributions to governance, policy, and national development.

 

 

Over the years, numerous women have risen to prominent leadership positions through the support and encouragement of male political leaders, who understand that the strength of a democracy lies in diversity. Nigeria has produced female ministers, commissioners, ambassadors, and legislators, many of whom were elevated not through tokenism but through recognition of their competence and dedication.

 

 

It is unfortunate, however, when political disputes are weaponized to serve partisan or personal interests, especially when they feed into international narratives that distort the nation’s image for political capital. Such actions do more harm than good—not only undermining our institutions but also casting aspersions on our collective will to progress.

 

 

While it is every citizen's right to speak up against perceived injustice, it is equally imperative that such engagements be constructive, lawful, and dignified. We must not allow allegations—especially those still under legal scrutiny—to be wielded as tools of division, nor should they form the basis for sweeping indictments of our democratic framework.

 

 

Nigeria is not a perfect society—no nation is—but we must not paint it black. Our democracy is growing, our institutions are evolving, and our people—men and women alike—are striving daily to build a fairer, freer, and more inclusive country. Progress demands cooperation, not confrontation; engagement, not estrangement.

 

 

Let us, therefore, sue for peace. Let us encourage dialogue over discord, nation-building over name-calling, and justice over judgment. We must resist the temptation to burn down the house for lack of a room. If there are grievances, they should be addressed through proper legal and institutional channels—not through damaging narratives that serve individual ambition at the expense of national unity.

 

 

Let every Nigerian—regardless of gender—feel safe, valued, and empowered to serve. Let us work together, not against each other, to preserve the dignity of our democracy.

 

 

Written by Obiaruko Christie Ndukwe,

President/ Founder 

Citizens Quest For Truth Initiative