Nigerians have come to recognize the sad reality that the biggest influence in who becomes elected is the state governor. Like it or hate it, that is the kind of politics we play. Every politician who wants to vie for an election from the chairmanship of a local council needs the governor more that the voters in his local government. The incumbent governor decides who … Continue reading 2023: GOVERNOR WIKE AND HIS OPTIONS
The race to occupy the seat of power in Port Harcourt, the Brick House like that for thirty-one other states will climax in eighteen months from now. It is clear that the electoral umpire, Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC will not release the timetable anytime soon. Yet, in political circles it is understood, that the next election starts immediately after the last. And so, only … Continue reading Special Report: RIVERS GOVERNORSHIP 2023; 18 MEN TO WATCH
If there is one aspect of Gov. Wike that political pundits across board have come to agree on, it is that of his political sagacity and prowess. Governor Wike’s style of politics has earned him many political fortunes, some of which did not come without heavy contest and unique challenges, but amidst all the “Rofo-rofo”, he has always managed to swing the odds to his … Continue reading GOVERNOR WIKE AND HIS PRAGMATIC POLITICS – By Ugochukwu Oputa
One of Governor Wike’s key agenda upon assumption of office in 2015 was to rebuild our educational system. As a former Minister of Education, Governor Wike took over the responsibility of Governorship with a clear insight of the Educational Sector and its nitty-gritty. One of the major reasons for the structural rot in our education system has been hugely due to the lack of maintenance … Continue reading COMBATING THE ROTS IN OUR EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM: THE GOVERNOR WIKE APPROACH – By Ugochukwu Oputa
In the words of Conor Lamb, “Building infrastructure is our most powerful tool to create jobs and improve the playing field for all businesses.” World over, Infrastructural development is considered as the construction and improvement of foundational services with the goal of sparking economic growth and improvements in quality of life. Renowned global economists believe that sustainable economical growth stems from the foundation of good … Continue reading INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT AND ITS MULTIPLIER EFFECT IN JOB CREATION: THE GOVERNOR WIKE’S STRATEGY – By Ugochukwu Oputa
*** Positioning Rivers State As The Nation’s Top Choice Destination For Medical Tourism – Sir. Dr. Peter Odili, Governor of Rivers State (1999-2007) In course of the activities of the Nyesom Wike led administration, the Health Sector has been one area that have received direct and strategic intervention by the State Government. As one who works closely with the state government, I have had an … Continue reading GOVERNOR NYESOM WIKE’S STRATEGIC INTERVENTION IN THE HEALTH SECTOR – By Ugochukwu Oputa
Since his inauguration into the 9th National Assembly about two years ago, as Member representing Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, has continued to demonstrate his love and passion for the people, which to him is the basis for representative democracy at any level. His belief and commitment to the people is exceptional, inspiring and assuring; bringing to bear the age-long definition of democracy … Continue reading Elumelu: REPRESENTING, EMPOWERING HIS PEOPLE IN MANY WAYS
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