Rivers State is breathing easier tonight as Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara has stepped in to end the tense labour crisis that crippled activities at Emohua Local Government Area. The development, confirmed through reliable sources, brings a welcome close to a dispute that had left council offices deserted and essential services disrupted for days. The crisis began quietly but escalated quickly after reports emerged that some workers were denied their August salaries while others had their appointments abruptly terminated. The situation prompted the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) to declare an indefinite strike, effectively shutting down operations across the LGA and sparking anxiety among residents who depend on council services for their daily needs. Determined to prevent further disruption, Governor Fubara acted with urgency. According to credible information obtained by BigChiefVibes, the Governor convened a critical closed-door meeting late Tuesday at Governme...

  “A single luncheon sparks unity, energizes voter registration, and reminds workers that leadership can still care.” In a political season where citizens often brace for empty promises, the atmosphere inside the Andoni Local Government Secretariat in Ngo Town on Monday, September 29, 2025, felt refreshingly different. Instead of the usual routine of speeches and paperwork, workers and residents taking part in the ongoing voter registration exercise were greeted with trays of hot meals, warm smiles, and a surprising invitation from their new council chairman, Hon. Prince Lucky Promise Otuo. The gathering was not a free feeding programme as early rumours suggested but a one-day luncheon carefully planned to encourage staff and residents who are actively involved in the continuous voters registration and to appreciate council employees for their dedication. A press release issued the following day by the Andoni Local Government Council made it clear that the initiative was a populist...

 As Nigeria approaches another Independence Day celebration, a voice from Rivers State has delivered a message that cuts through the noise of politics and pageantry. In an exclusive online conversation on Sunday, September 28, 2025, with Geoffrey Ekpu Ekpu of BigChiefVibes Media, Hon. Dr. Gogo Ogute Isaiah, former caretaker chairman of Andoni Local Government Area, offered a sobering assessment of the country’s condition and urged citizens to focus on what he believes is the only true remedy: prayer. In his words,“What I can solicit from any living beings in this country to have for Nigeria is prayer,” Dr. Gogo declared during the chat. “Nigeria is currently in the ICU. The elites are our major problem. For me as a person, I will say, there is no joy to continue to celebrate the birthday of a child who could not walk out of the 3rd world feeding bottle. Getting involved with anyone to discuss Nigeria issues is of no use.” His choice of words carries heavy meaning. By describing Nig...

  Polokiri community in Andoni Local Government Area witnessed a welcome sign of progress on Monday, September 22, 2025, when a delegation from the council arrived to inspect Polokiri Primary School ahead of a long-awaited renovation. After years of learning inside tired classrooms and watching promises come and go, the people finally saw action that could give their children a school they can be proud of. The team, sent by Andoni LGA Chairman Hon. Lucky Promise Otuo, was led by Hon. Dr. Gogo Ogute Isaiah and a group of council engineers. They moved around the compound taking measurements and checking every classroom and staff room to plan the full upgrade. Officials said the renovation will include new classroom repairs, a proper staff office, the construction of modern toilets for both pupils and teachers, and the drilling of a borehole to provide steady clean water. Work is expected to begin immediately after the engineers submit their report so that the project can take off wit...

In a heartfelt birthday message, Tinubu honors 2Baba’s groundbreaking impact on music, youth inspiration, and national pride, sparking nationwide tributes and social media buzz. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu set a powerful example of leadership and national pride on Thursday, September 19, 2025, when he publicly celebrated the 50th birthday of music icon Innocent Ujah Idibia, globally known as 2Baba. In a statement released by the Presidency through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President acknowledged 2Baba’s artistic excellence and his extraordinary contributions to Nigeria’s cultural growth. The message, released in the early hours of the morning and circulated across major news platforms before midday, carried not just birthday greetings but a strong recognition of the role entertainment plays in shaping national identity. Tinubu described 2Baba as a “global ambassador of Nigerian music” whose creativity and resilience have inspired millions at hom...

 On September 19, 2025, Governor Siminalayi Fubara delivered a statewide broadcast from Government House, Port Harcourt, closing six months of emergency rule with a call for unity, gratitude to national leaders, and a promise of rapid recovery for Rivers State. Port Harcourt witnessed a dramatic political homecoming on Friday, September 19, 2025, as Governor Siminalayi Fubara returned to full duty after six months of emergency rule and addressed the people of Rivers State in a live broadcast that immediately set a new tone for the state’s fragile political landscape. The evening speech, aired across television and radio networks at exactly 6:00 p.m. West African Time, marked the official end of a turbulent period that began in March when rising political violence forced the federal government to declare emergency measures. Governor Fubara arrived earlier in the day through Port Harcourt International Airport in Omagwa to a jubilant welcome that underscored the public’s hunger for n...

Port Harcourt — The political atmosphere in Rivers State was thrown into fresh turbulence today after shocking reports emerged that the Sole Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas, allegedly escaped from Government House following an unusual standoff with his own workers. The incident, which insiders described as both “embarrassing and unprecedented,” has left many residents of the state in disbelief. According to accounts circulating in local media spaces and confirmed by eyewitnesses, Ibas was held against his will by a group of staff members and security aides protesting what they termed “long-standing neglect of staff welfare.” The workers reportedly blocked the exit points of the Government House complex, effectively trapping him inside his own office. What began as murmurs of dissatisfaction among staff escalated into open confrontation. Frustrated voices demanded that promises of allowances, entitlements, and improved conditions of service be honored. In a state already battling poli...

Rivers State entered a new chapter last night after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu made a sweeping midnight declaration that the six-month-old state of emergency has officially come to an end. What had seemed like a prolonged freeze on governance in one of Nigeria’s most politically sensitive and economically vital states is now being reversed, with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Nma Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly ordered back to their offices. The President’s announcement did not come casually. It was the closing act of a turbulent six months that tested Nigeria’s democratic framework, exposed deep fractures within Rivers politics, and raised difficult questions about the limits of executive authority. By timing the proclamation to take effect at midnight, Tinubu framed the decision as not just an administrative correction but a dramatic reset of political life in the South-South powerhouse. In his nationwide address, Tinubu reminded Nigerians of why h...

Nigeria’s political spotlight shifted firmly to Rivers State today as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu officially announced the end of the six-month state of emergency that had suspended democratic governance in the oil-rich state. In a statehouse address on Tuesday, the President declared that the intervention, which began on March 18, 2025, had run its course and would terminate at midnight on September 17, 2025. Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Nma Odu, Speaker Martins Amaewhule, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly are to immediately return to their offices from Wednesday, September 18. The declaration brings to an end one of the most turbulent political episodes in Rivers State’s history — a crisis that saw executive and legislative powers clash in a way that crippled governance, stalled budgets, and drew national attention. Tinubu, in his speech, reminded the nation that the situation in Rivers had deteriorated so badly that even the Supreme C...

On a Day That Gathered Parents, Elders, and the King of Polokiri, Pupils Walked Home With Bags, Uniforms, and a Renewed Sense of Belonging Polokiri, a riverside community in Andoni Local Government Area, has become the focus of a remarkable story that highlights the power of advocacy and responsive action. For weeks, the plight of schoolchildren in the area had drawn little attention, with many families struggling to provide even the most basic items for their wards. That changed when an online video exposed the reality of pupils arriving at school in worn-out uniforms, carrying notebooks by hand, and in some cases, attending classes without writing materials at all. The images quickly captured public concern, but it was the sharp response of Dr.Hon. Gogo Ogute Isaiah that brought the issue to the right table. Recognizing the seriousness of the situation, he raised his voice both online and offline, pressing for urgent intervention. His call did not go unheard. Within days, the non-gov...

  “The countdown to Governor Fubara’s return has begun, and the questions about who wins and who bows are louder than ever.” Rivers politics is about to flip the script. For six months the state has been running on borrowed time, ticking to the beat of Abuja’s emergency clock. Since March, when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu declared an emergency, suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy Prof. Ngozi Odu, and the entire 32-member House of Assembly, Rivers people have been living through a political intermission nobody planned for. Retired Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas was handed the keys as sole administrator, and suddenly a state that voted its leaders out of the ballot box was being run like a military base — quiet, firm, and fully monitored. The official line was that security and oil infrastructure were at risk. A fire on the Trans Niger pipeline, violent attacks around critical installations, and deep cracks inside the state assembly gave Abuja the excuse it needed. But to th...

  “K1 De Ultimate’s Flight Halt Sparks Debate on Celebrity Privilege and Safety Rules” The capital city has been buzzing ever since news broke that Fuji legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, better known as K1 De Ultimate, has been placed on a no-fly order by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority after a shocking scene at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. What should have been a regular trip from Abuja to Lagos on a ValueJet flight quickly spiraled into one of the biggest aviation controversies in recent times, dragging the name of one of Nigeria’s most respected entertainers into the mud. Witnesses say the trouble started over something as ordinary as a flask. The musician arrived with a personal flask, which according to him contained only water for medical reasons. Airline staff, acting on procedure, insisted that it be checked. Reports claim that he refused, and the disagreement turned into a heated argument. In the middle of it all, K1 allegedly splashed the contents of the flas...

Afrobeats superstar opens up about loyalty, pain, and lessons that shaped his journey For years, David Adeleke, better known across the globe as Davido, has carried the weight of fame with a smile, showing his fans the vibrant side of success while hiding many private scars. Yet, in a recent revelation, the Afrobeats superstar chose to open up about one of the most painful chapters of his career, a betrayal so deep that it reshaped how he views loyalty, business, and trust in the entertainment industry. Davido’s career has been a journey filled with triumphs — sold-out shows, chart-topping hits, international collaborations, and a fan base that cuts across continents. But behind the glamour, the story of betrayal cuts differently. It was not from a stranger or a casual associate. It came from someone within his circle, a person he once regarded as family, someone who had eaten with him, traveled with him, and built moments of joy together. In his words, trust is like glass: once shatte...