The GbaramatuVoice was established in 2015 as a monthly tabloid published by the Gbaramatu Publishing Company Limited. It hit the newsstand first on August 2015. The newspaper’s sole objective is to bring to public glare what the management saw at the cradle of its formation as information gap and asymmetrical reportage of the activities and people of the Niger Delta.
By Enaibo Asiayei Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has gifted a four-bedroom, three-parlour duplex worth ₦70 million in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos State, to popular visually impaired comedian Kelly Igberhi, known as Kellyblind. The official presentation took place on Monday, March 24, 2025, at Tantita’s Head Office in Bendel Estate, Ugborikoko, Delta State. The General Manager (Operations)
March 20, 2025 – Tinubu’s appointment of a Sole Administrator in Rivers sparks controversy, while security forces intensify operations against terrorists and criminals. Economic concerns rise as Dangote Refinery halts naira transactions, a meningitis outbreak in Kebbi raises health alarms, and Edo LG chairmen defect to APC. In sports, Cameroon faces a shock setback in
The Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) has cautioned ex-agitators and beneficiaries of the programme to resist any attempt to involve them in the ongoing political tensions in Rivers State. In a statement issued on March 19, 2025, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Chief Dennis Brutu Otuaro, PhD, urged all ex-agitators to conduct themselves responsibly
The Ijaw Diaspora Council has strongly condemned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State, calling it an unconstitutional and politically motivated move that threatens Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement signed by its president, Professor Mondy Gold, the group expressed deep concern over the federal government’s action, suggesting that
The Nigerian military has taken over the Rivers State Government House following President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a state of emergency in the state. The decision, announced in a national broadcast late Tuesday night, has heightened political tensions in the oil-rich state. Armed soldiers were seen at key government institutions in Port Harcourt, with an
Following the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, a retired Vice Admiral and former Chief of Naval Staff, as the administrator of the state. Tinubu made the announcement during his nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, citing the continued political crisis in Rivers
President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, citing ongoing political instability and crisis in the region. In a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Tinubu announced the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu, and all members of the Rivers State House of Assembly for an initial
A massive explosion has hit an oil facility in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area (ONELGA) of Rivers State, marking the second major incident within 12 hours. The blast, which occurred Tuesday morning at a manifold connecting a federal pipeline in Okwawriwa, sent flames and thick smoke into the sky, raising fresh concerns over the safety of
A massive explosion late Monday night engulfed a section of the Trans-Niger Pipeline at Bodo, Gokana Local Government Area, Rivers State, sending plumes of thick smoke into the sky. The cause of the explosion remains unclear, but authorities are investigating whether it was an act of sabotage or equipment failure. This incident comes at a
Impeaching a governor in Nigeria is a constitutional and legislative process guided by Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The process is strictly structured to ensure fair hearing, due process, and constitutional compliance. Below is the step-by-step procedure for impeaching a governor in Nigeria: 1. NOTICE OF ALLEGATION The
By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board The political turmoil in Rivers State has reached a boiling point, exposing the dangerous grip of godfatherism on Nigeria’s democracy. The question before the people of Rivers State and indeed all Nigerians is this: Did Governor Siminalayi Fubara win the 2023 election to serve the people or to serve one man?
The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, High Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, is set to lay his father-in-law, Late Chief Capt. Felix Bebekemiaye Adurumokumo Ekpetipu, to rest. The deceased, a highly respected figure in Kokodiagbene Town, Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State, was the father of Otuaro’s wife, Chief Ebimoboere Otuaro. The funeral arrangements, as announced by
Gbaramatu Kingdom, a land of rich cultural heritage and deep ancestral roots, has long stood as a beacon of Ijaw tradition, strength, and resilience. At the heart of this great kingdom sits its revered monarch, His Royal Majesty, Oboro-Gbaraun II, Aketekpe, Agadagba, the 26th Pere of Gbaramatu, who ascended the throne on March 15, 2016,
Elders in the Niger Delta rarely speak in direct terms, preferring instead the subtle language of parables and veiled references. When the South-South geopolitical forum visited Aso Rock last week amidst the political crisis in Rivers State, they upheld this tradition. Speaking with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, they carefully wove their words to ensure the
The Rivers State House of Assembly has accused the state Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, of frustrating the implementation of the Supreme Court’s judgment, particularly the aspect requiring him to re-present the 2025 Appropriation Bill. The Assembly called on members of the public to compel the governor to sincerely follow the established due process in presenting
Abalama Reception: A Sinister Ploy to Incriminate Us, Amanyanabo of Torusarama Piri •••Condemns Assault on Unarmed Women Protesters by Security Agents •••Criticizes Supreme Court for Overstepping Its Jurisdiction The Amanyanabo of Torusarama Piri, Da Amakiri Tubo, Alhaji Mujahid Dokubo Asari, Dabaye Amakiri I, has revealed that the organizers of the Abalama reception for the Minister
By Best Olowo Gbaramatu Kingdom has been thrown into mourning following the passing of Prince Dr. Phillip Tonfawei, a revered elder statesman and custodian of Ijaw heritage, who died at exactly 4:00AM on Friday, March 14, 2025, after a brief illness. Born in 1930, he lived a life deeply rooted in the preservation of Ijaw
“It will shock you to know that Shell did not exit onshore. What they have done is a smooth script—selling assets to their own former directors under new company names to convince and confuse the people of the Niger Delta.” Sheriff Mulade
By Faith Madogwe The Pioneer President of Ijaw Women Connect, Comrade Rosemary Aken John-Oduone, has launched a scathing attack on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, calling him a “cheap blackmailer and a bully” over his remarks on the Ijaw ethnic group and his ongoing feud with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
Beyond Amnesty: The Billion-Dollar Opportunities Niger Deltans Ignore | Who Runs PTDF, NIMASA? By Jacob Abai For decades, the Niger Delta has been the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, contributing over 80% of the nation’s foreign exchange earnings through crude oil exports. Yet, despite its vast natural wealth, the region remains politically and economically disadvantaged. One
Breaking Stories from Nigeria and Beyond | March 14, 2025 From power moves in politics to cultural celebrations and economic shifts, these are the top stories making waves today. Stay informed with the latest headlines shaping the nation and beyond! 1. Tompolo Leads Three-Day Biniebi Madinorbo Festival in Ogulagha The Biniebi Madinorbo Festival, a revered
Top News Across Nigeria and Beyond – March 12, 2025 Stay informed with the major headlines shaping conversations across Nigeria and beyond today, March 12, 2025. From politics and governance to economy, security, and global affairs, here are the top stories making waves: 1. Tinubu Meets Niger Delta Leaders At Presidential Villa President Bola Tinubu
The Ijaw leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, High Chief Michael Johnny, has dismissed the sexual harassment allegations against the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, describing them as politically motivated. Johnny, who is the Agadiwei of Gbaramatu Kingdom, stated that the real reason behind the attacks on Akpabio stems from the
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has engaged stakeholders from the Aladja and Ogbe-Ijoh communities in Udu and Warri South-West Local Government Areas to address their long-standing land dispute. The meeting, held today at his Osubi residence, brought together members of the peace committee overseeing the crisis. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to peaceful coexistence and
Chief Akogu Omotuwa, popularly known as General Job, a respected community leader in Ilaje, Ondo State, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the former Deputy Governor of Delta State, Barr. Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, and the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, High Chief Dr. Dennis Brutu Otuaro, on the passing of their beloved mother, Late
…Declare: “2027 is the Turn of Egbema Ijaws for House of Assembly Seat” Egbema leaders in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State have expressed deep frustration over what they describe as ongoing neglect, marginalization, and injustice against the Ijaw people in the council. Under the umbrella of the Egbema Collective Political Front (ECPF),
Tantita Security Services Limited has received high praise for its recent commissioning of the Sologha Ekpemupolo JAMB CBT Centre in Ogulagha, Delta State. The initiative, aimed at enhancing educational opportunities in the Niger Delta, was commended by High Chief Sobomabo Jackrich aka Egberipapa, the governorship candidate of the National Rescue Movement in the 2023 Rivers
Abuja, March 4, 2025 – The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit filed by Chief Brown Mene and two others seeking to restrain the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from releasing the report on the fresh delineation of electoral wards and polling units in Warri North, Warri South, and Warri South West
…Backs President Tinubu’s Re-election, Says 2027 Victory Crucial for Niger Delta Development The Niger Delta Revolutionary Crusaders (NDRC) have strongly condemned the ongoing attacks, baseless criticisms, and false allegations against Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Ph.D., the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). The group also reaffirmed its total support for the re-election of President Bola
Ogulagha, one of the prominent kingdoms in the Niger Delta region, is not only blessed with vast reserves of crude oil and gas but also thrives as a major fishing hub. Despite being home to several International Oil Companies (IOCs) and housing the Forcados Terminal, the people of Ogulagha continue to depend on fishing as
Kurutie Community, located in Gbaramatu Kingdom, Delta State, has formally expressed its profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his historic decision to sign the bill establishing Nigerian Maritime University, Okerenkoko Bill into law. Kurutie community serves as the take-off campus for the Nigerian Maritime University (NMU), representing a key milestone for the region.
In a significant development, the Edo State Government has officially announced the induction of 128 new medical doctors from Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma. The highly anticipated event is scheduled for February 13, 2025. The announcement followed a crucial meeting in Abuja, attended by key stakeholders, including Dr. Fatima Kyari, Registrar of the Medical and
Leader of the Southern Youth Movement for Good Governance, Chief Promise Lawuru, today, February 1, 2025, played host to the Minority Caucus of the Delta State House of Assembly in a significant meeting focused on governance, accountability, and the future of Delta State. The gathering, led by Minority Leader Hon. Edafe Emakpo, included six other
By GbaramatuVoice Editorial Board “This assignment is for our people, for the country, and for humanity.” – High Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD In less than a year as Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), High Chief Dennis Otuaro, PhD, has swiftly turned his words into action, demonstrating what true leadership in the Niger Delta
By Jacob Abai For years, the Niger Delta has faced challenges of oil theft and environmental degradation, with foreign ships being used to siphon crude oil and illegal refineries operating unchecked. These activities deprived Nigeria of billions in revenue and impacted local communities. The waterways, once a lifeline for economic activity, became dangerous routes controlled
