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WE’LL SOON BEGIN A TALENT HUNT PROGRAMME, GOV. FUBARA TELLS ABUJA CARNIVAL ORGANISERS

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Rivers State Governor, Sir (Dr.) Siminalayi Fubara has said his administration will soon initiate a talent hunt programme to harness the latent potentials and talent of youths in the State.

Gov. Fubara made this disclosure while addressing the Organisers of Abuja International Carnival and Rivers State contingents who visited him in Government House, Port Harcourt on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 to present laurels won at the carnival.

The governor noted that the programme to be initiated will provide some of the gifted youths the opportunity to showcase their talents and when they succeed it will be a springboard for their career.

He commended the Abuja Carnival Organisers and congratulated Rivers State contingents for doing the State proud at the event and expressed happiness that the State emerged over all best.

“We want to thank the organisers for putting together this wonderful festival. Over the years, Rivers State has been very outstanding when it comes to this festival, and I also believe that it will not be in our own administration that we will do less. We will keep doing better. So, I’m happy that we came back with the overall best and with a lot of other awards. It shows that we were really prepared and we demonstrated our preparedness at that event.”

“I’m even more excited, with the kind words that the organisers used here. Some of these things the media needs to send out; let it be widely spread. Detractors paint a lurid picture of the State like what you see in foreign movies, but it’s not true. This is one of the most peaceful states.”

The governor applauded the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism and the Permanent Secretary for working together to accomplish the feat, and also commended the entire contingent who went to showcase the unique culture of Rivers State, adding, “We are blessed, and the only thing we can do is to use this blessing to improve our state.”

Gov. Fubara reiterated that the duty of government is to provide the enabling environment, with the necessary support, and making the people happy, stressing, “We didn’t make announcements, we didn’t advertise it, but the number of youths from our state who were involved in that carnival and were paid some stipends during that period is significant.

He charged the Commissioner for Culture not just to engage in winning awards at the Abuja carnival but to device ways to bring out the State’s best as according to him, “In this state, we can bring out our best, have a programme, one series that will showcase the culture of Rivers State.”

The governor urged the Abuja Carnival Organisers to come up with laudable plans and proposals to project the talents and entertainment potentials of the State, noting, “You said that you have the contacts to bring more events. You have seen that Rivers State is a good and fertile ground for events. So, bring good events that will engage our youths—not things that will create problems for us, but things that will bring life. We are expecting to hear from you with one package, but let it be a good package that will be educative, motivate our people positively, and also help us economically. We need more money to do more things for our people while we are here.”

On his part the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism Dr. Israel Ngbuelu said the success of Rivers State contingents is ascribed to the fatherly support of Governor Siminalayi Fubara which is a practical demonstration of his commitment to Rivers people.

He expressed gratitude and assured that the Ministry will continue to make the State and the governor proud, stating, “Rivers people are proud of you and by the grace of God this is just the beginning because when you have a good father you will go far. We are ready to stand by you any day and anytime as a ministry. We are here today to tell you thank you for your unwavering support that you have given to us as a ministry.

Speaking on behalf of the Abuja International Carnival Organisers, Mr Kehinde Adegbite, said Rivers State emerged the overall winner of the event for showcasing the cultural heritage of the State and bundle of talents by its youths at the event.

He decried the negative spotlight of the State in the media and attested to the peaceful and secure nature, since on arrival and promised to deploy some of his entertainment programmes to the State to tell the world that Rivers State is peaceful.

Adegbite praised the committed spirit of the Rivers contingent that enhanced their performance to win at the carnival and assured of working with the State to bring events of international repute that will further announce the State and its talent before the world.

 

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Putin Hails Trump On Inauguration As US President For Second Time, Says Russia Willing To End War

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Russia President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Donald Trump as he is being inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States.

Putin on Monday, 20th of January 2025 revealed he was open to dialogue with the new U.S. administration on Ukraine and nuclear arms. He also indicated that Moscow was ready to discuss nuclear arms control and wider security issues.

In a video broadcast, Putin noted that he was interested in a long-lasting peace in Ukraine rather than a short-term ceasefire with the country.

He made the comments during the Russia’s Security Council meeting that was shown on state TV. According to him, “We see the statements by the newly elected president of the United States and members of his team about the desire to restore direct contacts with Russia,” said Putin.

“We also hear his statement about the need to do everything possible to prevent World War Three. We of course welcome this attitude and congratulate the elected president of the United States of America on taking office. “As for the resolution of the situation (in Ukraine) itself, I would like to emphasise that the goal should not be a brief ceasefire, not some kind of period of respite that would allow a regrouping and rearmament of forces, but a long-term peace based on respect for the legitimate interests of all people and all peoples who live in the region.”

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Court remands suspect over alleged assassination attempt on Lokpobiri

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Yenagoa—A Magistrate’s Court sitting in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, has ordered the remand of a 35-year-old man, Susaine Morgan, over an alleged assassination attempt on the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Senator Heineken Lokpobiri on new year day.

The suspect is also facing charges of unlawful possession of two assault rifles (AK-47).
He was reportedly apprehended at the minister’s residence in Ekeremor town, Ekeremor Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.

The remand warrant, issued by the state Commissioner of Police, Francis Idu, and filed by Police Prosecutor, Stella Jerry-Friday, was approved to allow the suspect’s detention for 30 days at Okaka prison.

This is to enable the investigating team of the police to track and arrest six others now at large.
The charge sheet read: “The defendant was arrested on January 1, 2025, at Senator Lokpobiri’s residence for conspiring with others to commit armed robbery, attempted kidnapping, and for being in possession of two AK-47 rifles.”

The police prosecutor explained that the request for suspect remand was necessary due to the limited power of the police to detain the suspect without a court order.

“The suspect’s detention will prevent interference with the ongoing investigation, especially as six other suspects remain at large,” a police source said.

According to security report, seven of the suspects gained access into the residence of the minister by mingling with the crowd of visitors who came to pay homage.

But information got to the military personnel stationed at the residence of the presence of armed persons among the visitors.

“Due to the large crowd, the soldiers could not open fire but ordered everyone to lie down. It was only the arrested suspect, who was with the bag conveying the weapon, that got arrested. Others mingled with the crowd and escaped,” the source stated.

The other suspects reportedly fired shots as they fled the community, attacked a filling station and carted away N400,000.

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42 Executive Orders By Trump On the First Day

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Here is the list of all 42 Executive Orders, Memoranda, and Proclamations Signed by President Donald Trump

1.Declaring a National Emergency at the Southern Border

2.Designating Mexican Drug Cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations

3.Reinstating the ‘Remain in Mexico’ Policy
4.Ending Birthright Citizenship for Children of Illegal Immigrants

5.Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism

6.Eliminating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Programs in Federal Agencies

7.Withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement

8.Declaring a National Energy Emergency

9.Reversing Electric Vehicle Mandates

10.Implementing ‘Schedule F’ for Federal Employees

11.Relocating U.S. Space Command Headquarters to Alabama

12.Pardoning Individuals Convicted in Relation to January 6 Events

13.Halting Federal Funding for Abortion Services

14.Suspending Security Clearances for Officials Linked to Hunter Biden Scandal

15.Establishing a Federal Bitcoin Reserve

16.Releasing Classified Documents on JFK, RFK, and MLK Assassinations

17.Reversing AI Regulation Policies

18.Imposing Tariffs on Imports from China, Mexico, and Canada

19.Reinstating the Ban on Transgender Military Service

20.Prohibiting Transgender Women from Participating in Women’s Sports

21.Halting Government Offshore Wind Leases

22.Renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America

23.Reverting Mount Denali to Mount McKinley

24.Freezing Federal Workforce Hiring

25.Easing Regulations on Oil and Gas Production

26.Pausing Congress’ TikTok Ban to Seek a U.S. Buyer

27.Reversing Biden-Era Immigration Policies

28.Pulling Out of the World Health
organisations

29.Eliminating Federal Funding for DEI Programs

30.Establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)

31.Reinstating the ‘Muslim Ban

32.Ending Birthright Citizenship

33.Reforming the Criminal Justice System

34.Banning Critical Race Theory in Federal Agencies

35.Demanding Increased NATO Contributions

36.Confronting China on Trade Practices

37.Ending the War in Ukraine

38.Supporting Law Enforcement

39.Promoting School Choice

40.Restricting Refugee Admissions

41.Increasing Federal Focus on Fentanyl Trafficking

42.Launching a National Infrastructure Plan.

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