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HON. EBERE, INAUGURATED AS FEDERAL BOARD CHAIRMAN IN MARINE AND BLUE ECONOMY MINISTRY _Imo APC Chairman Takes on National Role, Pledges Transformation, Commends President Tinubu and Gov. Uzodimma for Visionary Leadership

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HON. EBERE, INAUGURATED AS FEDERAL BOARD CHAIRMAN IN MARINE AND BLUE ECONOMY MINISTRY

_Imo APC Chairman Takes on National Role, Pledges Transformation, Commends President Tinubu and Gov. Uzodimma for Visionary Leadership

13-05-2025

Abuja, Nigeria – In a momentous ceremony held today in Abuja, Hon. MacDonald Ebere, PhD, the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Imo State, was officially inaugurated as the Board Chairman of the Federal College of Fisheries and Marine Technology under the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy.

The inauguration, which drew dignitaries, party stalwarts, ministry officials, and well-wishers from across the country, marks a significant elevation for the Imo APC Chairman and a strong testament to his years of dedicated public service and strategic political leadership.

Approved by President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, the appointment is widely seen as a well-deserved recognition of Hon. Ebere’s unwavering commitment to grassroots mobilization, party cohesion, and effective governance in Imo State. It also aligns with the President’s renewed hope agenda of repositioning key institutions for sustainable national development.

In his inaugural address, Hon. Ebere expressed profound gratitude to President Tinubu for finding him worthy of the important national assignment. He also paid glowing tribute to the Governor of Imo State, Dist Sen Hope Uzodimma, whom he described as his political leader, mentor, and benefactor.

“I am deeply honored and humbled by the trust reposed in me by His Excellency, President Ahmed Bola Tinubu,” he stated. “This appointment is not only a call to service but a responsibility I accept with utmost dedication. I also wish to sincerely thank my leader and mentor, Governor Hope Uzodimma, whose mentorship, political guidance, and unwavering support have continued to shape my journey in public service.”

Hon. Ebere reaffirmed his commitment to leveraging his new position to drive meaningful reforms, promote institutional excellence, and support the broader vision of the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy in achieving sustainable exploitation and management of Nigeria’s aquatic resources.

According to him, “The Federal College of Fisheries and Marine Technology stands as a critical institution in our nation’s blue economy strategy. My goal is to bring to bear my experience in administration, political leadership, and stakeholder coordination to reposition the college as a centre of innovation, capacity-building, and excellence.”

He further emphasized the need for synergy between federal institutions and state actors to maximize opportunities in the marine sector, noting that enhanced education and training in fisheries and marine technology are vital to food security, employment creation, and economic diversification.

Hon. Ebere’s inauguration has been met with widespread praise from within and outside the APC. Many political watchers see his new role as not only a reward for loyalty and competence but also a bridge for deepening collaboration between Imo State and the federal government.

Macdonald Ebere with Hon Henry Nwawuba former House of Representatives Member Representing Mbaitoli/Ikeduru Federal Constituency

With a reputation for discipline, vision, and effective leadership, stakeholders are optimistic that Hon. MacDonald Ebere will deliver transformative results that will elevate the Federal College of Fisheries and Marine Technology to greater heights and further reinforce Nigeria’s position in the global blue economy space.

Hon Chike Okafor at the event to grace the occasion of the Inauguration of Macdonald Ebere as BOARD CHAIRMAN IN MARINE AND BLUE ECONOMY MINISTRY

As the applause and commendations continue to pour in, today’s event marks yet another feather in the cap of the Imo APC Chairman, who now carries the hopes of both his state and the nation in this strategic national assignment.

Julian Chijioke

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Natasha: Akpabio’s aide petitions IGP over alleged hacking of account, defamation

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Former Delta State Commissioner and Special Adviser on Communications/Strategy to the President of the Senate, Mr. Kenny Okolugbo, has formally petitioned the Inspector General of Police, calling for an urgent investigation into what he described as a coordinated cyberattack and defamation campaign targeted at destroying his credibility and misleading the public.

In the petition, Okolugbo alleged that his verified social media account on X was hacked and used to publish damaging statements falsely attributed to him.

The fabricated content, he claims, was then amplified by three popular social media influencers, Tunde Ednut (@mazitundeednut), Rufai Oseni (@ruffydfire), and Adeola Fayehun (@adeolafayehun), who, according to him, embellished the post with additional falsehoods, including allegations of phone cloning, voice manipulation, and fictitious meetings in London.

“These allegations are not only untrue but impossible based on verified evidence,” he wrote.

“Most disturbing is that the fabricated post was simultaneously circulated and embellished by these influencers using identical language and coordinated timing, pointing to a syndicated disinformation campaign,” he added.

Okolugbo alleged that the campaign was orchestrated to lend undue credibility to allegations made by Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan.

He emphasized that the false narratives promoted online were not contained in the original hacked post, showing that it was indeed orchestrated, suggesting deliberate malice and manipulation aimed at tarnishing his public image.

As part of his plea to the Nigeria Police Force, Okolugbo requested the following actions:

“A full-scale investigation into the hacking and impersonation of his verified social media account, citing violations under the Cybercrimes (Prohibition, Prevention, etc.) Act, 2015;

“Identification and prosecution of individuals responsible for the forgery, defamation, and spread of malicious content;

“Preservation of all relevant digital evidence from social media platforms and third-party service providers for forensic analysis.”

He noted that the matter was of significant public interest and personal concern, urging the Police Force to act “swiftly and decisively.”

Okolugbo also disclosed that he had enclosed his travel documents showing he has not visited London or anywhere outside Nigeria as alleged this year 2025 and the last time he was in London was 5th November 2024 and had no meetings in London, printouts of the alleged defamatory and manipulated posts to support his claims and provide context for investigators.

The Nigeria Police Force is yet to issue a formal response to the petition as of the time of this report.

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Tinubu Signs Kalu’s Bills Establishing 3 Tertiary Institutions in Abia, Imo into Law

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed into law three bills sponsored by Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu, establishing Federal College of Education, Bende, Abia State; Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Item Bende, Abia State, and Federal University Okigwe, Imo State.

The institutions aim to provide quality education, research opportunities, and cater to the educational needs of the South East region

Kalu expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for signing the bills into law, he urged the people of the South East people to continue supporting the Tinubu-led government, promising more democracy dividends.

 

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Expose June 12 conspirators or face legal action – SERAP to Tinubu

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The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP, has urged President Bola Tinubu to back up his Democracy Day rhetoric with defensive action by addressing the lingering injustices in Nigeria’s democratic history, especially, the landmark June 12, 1993 presidential election.

This was disclosed in a statement issued on Saturday, signed by the group’s Deputy Director Kolawole Oluwadare.

SERAP urged President Tinubu to set up a presidential panel of inquiry to investigate the annulment of the election on June 12 and uncover those who are behind what is described as the “deliberate violations of Nigerians democratic freedoms.”

The organization stated that not minding the political position of individuals found responsible, they should be brought to justice through Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice.

SERAP also urged the president to instruct Fagbemi to urgently draft and present an executive bill to the National Assembly seeking to amend the Electoral Act 2022, specifically to make the electronic transmission of election results mandatory and grant all voters access to election documents.

The group argued that this would enhance electoral transparency, prevent manipulation, and help restore public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral process.

The organisation called on the president to immediately halt all prosecutions and drop charges against Nigerians currently detained or facing trial simply for exercising their rights to peaceful protest and free expression.

“Your Democracy Day speech conveyed a commitment to freedom, transparent and accountable governance, and social justice,” the letter stated.

“However, such commitments will ring hollow unless your government takes concrete action to end impunity for past violations, enforce electoral reforms, and guarantee democratic freedoms.”

SERAP emphasised that there is no statute of limitations on violations of democratic rights, and that achieving the ideals of June 12 is impossible without accountability and systemic reforms.

It warned that the failure to prosecute those responsible for the June 12 annulment has entrenched a culture of impunity, encouraging continued subversion of elections and political rights in Nigeria.

“Amending the Electoral Act to mandate electronic transmission of results and ensuring open access to electoral documents are essential to delivering credible elections,” the group stated. “It will also allow voters to verify the integrity of electoral outcomes.”

The organisation also demanded a review of laws undermining freedom of expression.

It asked the president to push for the repeal or amendment of repressive statutes, including the Cybercrimes Act and criminal defamation and falsehood laws in the Criminal and Penal Codes, which have been used to silence journalists, critics, and dissenters.

SERAP raised concern over the growing trend of strategic lawsuits against public participation, noting that the legal tactics, often backed by politicians and security agencies are being used to harass and intimidate Nigerians peacefully expressing their views.

“Your administration’s obligation under the Constitution, your oath of office, and Nigeria’s international human rights commitments requires you to dismantle structures of repression and safeguard democratic freedoms,” SERAP wrote.

The group gave the president a seven-day deadline to begin implementing its recommendations, failing which it vowed to initiate legal action to compel compliance in the public interest.

While acknowledging the president’s recent pledges to deepen democracy and expand civic space, SERAP insisted that only concrete reforms, not lofty speeches, can truly honour the legacy of June 12 and move Nigeria towards a just and free society.

 

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