HRM EZE EDWARD EULE (ONYENWEALI X), HAS DISMISSED CLAIMS BY SOME OF HIS SUBJECTS THAT HE ABANDONED HIS THRONE FOLLOWING HIS TEMPORARY ABSENCE FROM THE COMMUNITY.(PHOTO).

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 The Traditional Ruler of Azumini Ndoki Ancient Kingdom in Ukwa East LGA, Abia State, HRM Eze Edward Eule (Onyenweali X), has dismissed claims by some of his subjects that he abandoned his throne following his temporary absence from the community. This is as six suspects have been arrested by the police in connection with the stealing of the community’s electricity transformer, thus plunging the community into darkness. The monarch, who is currently in the U.S, explained that his trip was to attend to personal and professional matters, adding that he will soon return to Nigeria. "I travelled to the United States of America in May 2025 to attend to some professional and personal matters. I am robustly healthy and fine, and I may soon conclude the task of my sojourn here", he said. Prof. Eule accused individuals he described as "mischief-makers operating under the guise of an Interim Ruling Council" of peddling falsehoods and propaganda about his alleged abdication. ...

SENATE DEBATE ERUPTS OVER NON-INDIGENE RSIEC CHAIRMAN APPOINTMENT. (PHOTO).


 Senate Debate Erupts Over Non-Indigene RSIEC Chairman Appointment


A heated debate disrupted proceedings in the Nigerian Senate today during the consideration of an ad-hoc committee report on the emergency rule in Rivers State, particularly regarding the screening and approval of Michael Odey, a non-indigene, as Chairman of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC).


The session turned contentious as lawmakers clashed over the nomination of Odey, a Cross River State native, prompting strong objections from opposition figures. Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro expressed dismay, noting that the prior appointment of a non-Rivers sole administrator had already sparked concerns, and Odey’s selection further eroded ethical standards. He was backed by Senator Abdul Ningi (Bauchi Central), who questioned the logic of appointing an outsider to oversee Rivers State elections.


Senator Ali Ndume (Borno South) echoed these sentiments, invoking the federal character principle and urging sensitivity to local interests. “It may not be unconstitutional, but we must carry the people along. There are qualified individuals within Rivers State, and appointing from outside sends the wrong signal,” he said.


Defending the nomination, Chief Whip Senator Tahir Monguno argued that no constitutional breach had occurred. Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, who chairs the Ad-Hoc Committee, called for calm, emphasizing constitutional merit over political sentiment. “Eligibility and qualification are the key criteria. The nominee meets both, despite not being from Rivers State. Of the seven nominees, six are from Rivers, ensuring neutrality and transparency in this sensitive political climate,” Bamidele stated, adding that the committee conducted thorough consultations.


Despite the friction, a voice vote resulted in an overwhelming majority adopting the report, confirming Odey’s appointment along with other RSIEC members.

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