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Diri To Wike: My Administration Not Against Rallies, Restoring Peace In Rivers Is My Priority
Diri To Wike: My Administration Not Against Rallies, Restoring Peace In Rivers Is My Priority
Diri To Wike: My administration not against rallies, restoring peace in Rivers is my priority. Douye Diri, governor of Bayelsa, says his administration is not against anyone holding rallies in the state.
On March 27, the governor alleged that a planned “mega rally” by a group loyal to Nyesom Wike, minister of federal capital territory (FCT), could ignite a crisis in the state.
Diri, who spoke on Wednesday during the state executive council meeting in Yenagoa, the state capital, said holding a rally in Bayelsa would be counterproductive at a time lasting peace is being sought in Rivers state. “Let me make this clear. We are not a government that goes against the rule of law,” Diri said.
“We cherish and protect the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. And in so doing, we abide by every bit of the constitution.
“A state of emergency has been imposed in Rivers state. President Bola Tinubu has the power to do so. All we can do from our end is to see how we can bring lasting peace to Rivers state.”
The governor noted that his administration would always respect the fundamental human rights of every citizen, adding that anyone who wishes to hold a rally must inform the state government.
Diri To Wike
Diri urged the people of the state to work with his government to maintain law and order.
“Bayelsa and Rivers are sister states, and whatever happens there has some degree of effect on our state and vice versa,” the governor added.
“And then some persons say they want to hold a mega rally and all that here. We are not yet in a political season.
“I am not stopping anybody from exercising his fundamental human rights, but as the chief security officer of the state and with information at my disposal, we must keep the peace of the state.”
Sole Administrator: New 2025 Budget In The Works To Tackle Key Development Areas In Rivers
Sole Administrator: New 2025 budget in the works to tackle key development areas in Rivers. The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok Ete Ibas (retd.), has revealed that a fresh 2025 appropriation bill is being prepared to address pressing developmental needs.
Speaking during a meeting with the Rivers National Assembly caucus on Thursday at the Government House in Port Harcourt, Ibas said the proposed budget will prioritize improvements in healthcare, education, agriculture, and infrastructure.
Sole Administrator Ibas
He also noted that the budget will emphasize job creation and the integration of technology across essential public sectors. The delegation was led by Senator Barinada Mpigi, representing Rivers South-East.
Governor Alia Launches Probe Into Destruction Of LG Secretariat, Traditional Palace In Benue
Governor Alia launches probe into destruction of LG secretariat, traditional palace in Benue. Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has set up a committee to investigate the destruction of the Gwer West Local Government Secretariat, the Ter-Tyoshin palace, and several private properties in Naka town.
During a visit to the affected areas on Thursday, Alia condemned the violence—allegedly triggered by protests over repeated herdsmen attacks—and urged residents to support government efforts to restore peace.
He warned that anyone found colluding with external attackers would face the full weight of the law.
Ter-Tyoshin, Chief Daniel Abomtse, described the attack on his palace as a calculated sabotage, questioning the authenticity of the protest. He praised the governor’s visit and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
Governor Alia Launches Probe
Meanwhile, local government staff Christiana Gbagbul and Civil Protection Guard Commander Nyiuma Nicholas accused the military of complicity and called for their redeployment, urging that the police take over internal security in the area.
Government Amends 2025 Budget By N14bn For Key Projects In Adamawa
Government amends 2025 budget by N14bn for Key projects in Adamawa. Adamawa State has revised its 2025 budget, adding N14 billion to fund new priority projects, including an international conference centre, upgrades to a key agricultural college, and rural infrastructure.
The State Executive Council approved the amendment to reallocate funds from less urgent areas, ensuring immediate execution of the projects, according to Commissioners Iliya James and Emmanuel Piridimso.
Adamawa
The original N486 billion budget, signed in December, remains unchanged in total size, with the adjustment focused on internal realignment.
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