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28/10/2026

OGU/BOLO LGA

27/10/2026

CHIEF VINCENT NEMIEBOKA, AND THE OGU/BOLO RAINBOW COALITION LEADERSHIP ATTEND UNVEILING OF CANDIDATES AHEAD OF 2027 GENERAL ELECTIONS

The Executive Chairman of Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area, Chief Vincent Nemieboka, DSSRS, JP, alongside leaders and stalwarts of the Rainbow Coalition, attended the unveiling of candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections, held at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium.

The political gathering brought together key stakeholders, party faithful and supporters as preparations and consultations intensify towards the forthcoming general elections.

The presence of Chief Nemieboka and other prominent members of the Rainbow Coalition underscored their continued political engagement and commitment to strengthening unity, grassroots mobilisation and collaboration ahead of the 2027 electoral contest.

25/10/2026

CHIEF VINCENT NEMIEBOKA JOINS OTHER DIGNITARIES FOR SPECIAL THANKSGIVING IN BOLO

The Executive Chairman of Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area, Chief Vincent Nemieboka, DSSRS, joined other invited guests and dignitaries to celebrate the special thanksgiving service of the family of Chief ECJ Amamina Afisoka at St. Gabriel’s Anglican Church, Bolo.

The thanksgiving service was an opportunity for the family to express gratitude to God for His faithfulness, blessings, and protection.

Other dignitaries in attendance included Alabo Boma Iyaye, Leader of the Rainbow Coalition in Ogu/Bolo LGA; Rt. Hon. Evans Bipi; Sir Victor Alabo; and chiefs from the Ogu/Bolo Se Ala Ogbo, among other distinguished guests.

The event was marked by prayers, thanksgiving, and fellowship as the family celebrated God’s goodness.

Media and Communications Unit
Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area

25/10/2026

RAINBOW COALITION, OGU/BOLO, HOLDS RECONCILIATION MEETING TO STRENGTHEN UNITY AND ADVANCE RENEWED HOPE AGENDA

The Rainbow Coalition in Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area of Rivers State has held a reconciliation meeting involving stakeholders across the 12 wards of the LGA as part of efforts to promote unity, strengthen internal relationships, and advance the course of the Renewed Hope Agenda.

The meeting provided an opportunity for further consultations among members and stakeholders, with emphasis on reconciliation, cooperation, and the need to work together towards achieving the coalition's political objectives.

The initiative underscores the coalition's commitment to resolving differences, fostering mutual understanding, and building a stronger political structure across the 12 wards of Ogu/Bolo.

Through continued dialogue and consultations, the Rainbow Coalition aims to consolidate its presence at the grassroots, encourage wider participation, and mobilise support for the Renewed Hope Agenda.

The reconciliation meeting marks another step towards strengthening unity and ensuring that members and stakeholders remain committed to a common vision of progress, development, and political stability in Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area.

21/10/2026

𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗕𝗢𝗪 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗦𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗗 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗢 𝗢𝗚𝗨/𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘.

OGU-BOLO POLITICAL BIG WINGS REUNITE AHEAD OF 2027 ELECTION.

The Rainbow Coalition in Ogu/Bolo LGA, under the leadership of Chief Boma Iyaye, Esq., has held an expanded leadership meeting with members of the Simplified Leadership, following a directive from the coalition’s National Leader, Chief Nyesom Wike, Esq.

The meeting focused on strengthening unity, integrating members into the coalition’s leadership structure, and promoting collective political engagement ahead of the forthcoming elections.

Members were urged to set aside differences and work together in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the APC governorship candidate in Rivers State, the Federal House of Representatives candidate, and other Rainbow Coalition candidates in Ogu/Bolo LGA.

The meeting reaffirmed the coalition’s commitment to unity, cooperation, and coordinated political action.

21/10/2026

𝗢𝗚𝗨/𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗟 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗟𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗡𝗬𝗦𝗖 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗣𝗦 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗦, 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗠 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧.

The Ogu/Bolo Local Government Council has welcomed newly posted National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members to the Local Government Area, urging them to take their primary assignments seriously, respect the customs and traditions of their host communities, and remain security-conscious throughout their service year.

Representing the Executive Chairman of Ogu/Bolo LGA, 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗸𝗮 𝗘𝘀𝗾., the Chief of Staff to the Executive Chairman, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹 𝗔. 𝗧𝗮𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗼, warmly welcomed the corps members and charged them to approach their assignments with dedication, discipline, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Dr. Tamuno encouraged the corps members to embrace the communities where they have been posted, noting that genuine commitment to their duties and respect for the people would foster mutual understanding and goodwill. He added that corps members who demonstrate dedication and show love to their host communities would also receive the support and goodwill of the people.

He further disclosed that the Executive Chairman had approved plans to introduce a 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 ₦𝟯𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗽𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝗴𝘂/𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗼, alongside a 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 aimed at supporting their welfare during their service year.

Addressing security concerns, the Chief of Staff advised the corps members not to hesitate to report any security threats, harassment, or other challenges encountered in their places of primary assignment to the Local Government Council for prompt attention and appropriate action.

He reaffirmed that Ogu/Bolo is a home of hospitality and assured the corps members of the council's commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive environment throughout their service year.

Other officials who received the corps members included the Director of Education, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗚𝗹𝗮𝗱𝘆𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘂, and representatives of the Ogu/Bolo Divisional Police. They also advised the corps members to remain committed to their assignments, uphold discipline, and stay alert to their security and that of their host communities.

The council wished the newly posted corps members a productive, peaceful, and rewarding service year in Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area.

𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁
Ogu/Bolo LGA.

19/10/2026

OGU/BOLO BURSARY COMMITTEE CONCLUDES RSU VERIFICATION, UNIPORT AND KENPOLY NEXT

The Ogu/Bolo Local Government Bursary Committee, chaired by Dr. Daniel Tamuno, has successfully concluded the physical verification of indigent students of Rivers State University (RSU) at the Council Annex Building.

The committee has scheduled the next phase for Tuesday, October 20, 2026, for students of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) and Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic (KENPOLY).

Eligible applicants are required to present original copies of their institutional and JAMB admission letters, school fees receipt, acceptance fee receipt, LGA identification letter, and National Identification Number (NIN) printout.

Applicants are advised to arrive punctually with all required documents to ensure a smooth and transparent verification process.

17/10/2026

𝗢𝗚𝗨/𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡, 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗙 𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗡𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗘𝗕𝗢𝗞𝗔, 𝗘𝗫𝗘𝗖𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗔𝗗𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗗𝗗𝗖, 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗙 𝗕𝗢𝗠𝗔 𝗜𝗬𝗔𝗬𝗘 𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗗 𝗗𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗧. 𝗚𝗔𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗟’𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗡 𝗖𝗛𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝗕𝗨𝗜𝗟𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚, 𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛 𝗢𝗙 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗢

The Executive Chairman of Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area, 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗸𝗮 𝗘𝘀𝗾., and the Executive Director, Finance and Administration, 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 (𝗛𝗼𝗻.) 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼 𝗕𝗼𝗺𝗮 𝗜𝘆𝗮𝘆𝗲 𝗘𝘀𝗾., who also serves as the Renewed Hope Leader in Ogu/Bolo LGA, attended the dedication of St. Gabriel’s Anglican Church Building in Bolo Town, Diocese of Okrika, and the launch of the church’s Deanery Building project.

Speaking at the event, Chief Vincent Nemieboka reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the Anglican Communion and other religious institutions across the LGA. He disclosed that ₦45 million had been spent on the ongoing completion of the parsonage at St. Martin’s Anglican Church, Ogu, and assured the congregation that efforts would continue until the project was completed.

The Chairman further disclosed that he had earlier contributed ₦10 million towards the programme and announced an additional donation of ₦10 million towards the construction of the Deanery Building.

He also emphasised his longstanding relationship with the Anglican Communion, noting that he was the first person to be baptised at St. Martin’s Anglican Church, Ogu.

In a separate remark, 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 (𝗛𝗼𝗻.) 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼 𝗕𝗼𝗺𝗮 𝗜𝘆𝗮𝘆𝗲 reaffirmed his commitment to initiatives that promote development across Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area. He acknowledged the church’s important role in community development and announced a donation of ₦20 million towards the construction of the Deanery Building.

Chief Iyaye also highlighted projects he had facilitated in Bolo, as well as ongoing development initiatives. He attributed the opportunity to facilitate these projects to his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Executive Director, Finance and Administration, noting that the position had enabled him to contribute to development initiatives in Bolo and other parts of Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area.

He urged the people to support President Tinubu in the 2027 general elections, expressing the hope that continued support would help sustain development efforts and attract more projects to the area.

Addressing concerns about the poor condition of the Kira–Bolo Road, Chief Iyaye disclosed that he had contacted an engineer to assess the road and prepare a cost estimate. He assured the church and residents that he would work towards ensuring that the road was rehabilitated before the Christmas period.

The event brought together church leaders, members of the Anglican Communion, community stakeholders and other dignitaries to celebrate the dedication of St. Gabriel’s Anglican Church Building and mark the launch of the Deanery Building project.

The occasion also provided an opportunity for both leaders to reaffirm their commitment to supporting church development and addressing infrastructure needs across Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area.

𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁
Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area.

15/10/2026

UPDATE

𝗢𝗚𝗨/𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗢 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗚𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗔
𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗘

𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘

𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗛𝗬𝗦𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗦

The Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area Bursary Committee hereby informs all applicants that the physical verification of documents for bursary payment is strictly for 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆.

The verification will take place according to the schedule outlined below.

𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘

- 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟭𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: Rivers State University (RSU).

- 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) 𝗮𝗻𝗱
Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic (KENPOLY).

- 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: •Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE),

•Federal University of Environmental Technology, and

•Captain Elechi Amadi Polytechnic.

- 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: Schools in Bayelsa, Delta and Akwa Ibom States.

- 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: Schools in Abia, Imo and Cross River States.

- 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: Other schools and spillover cases.

- 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: Spillover cases.

𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗨𝗘: Council Annex Hall, Ogu.

𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM daily.

𝗥𝗘𝗤𝗨𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

Eligible applicants must come with the 𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗲𝘀 of the following documents:

1. Admission letters from both the institution and JAMB.

2. School fees receipt.

3. Acceptance fee receipt.

4. Local Government Area (LGA) identification letter.

5. National Identification Number (NIN) printout.

𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘

All eligible applicants are advised to adhere strictly to the verification schedule and present the required original documents for proper screening and verification.

Applicants are encouraged to be punctual and cooperate with the committee to ensure a smooth, transparent and credible verification exercise.

𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲: This physical verification exercise applies strictly to undergraduates studying on a full-time basis.

𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱:

𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝗹 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶 𝗧𝗮𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗼
Chairman, Ogu/Bolo Local Government Bursary Committee.

14/10/2026

𝗢𝗚𝗨/𝗕𝗢𝗟𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡, 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗙 𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗡𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗘𝗕𝗢𝗞𝗔 𝗘𝗦𝗤., 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗣𝗦 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗦,

𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙙 ₦𝟯𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙝𝙡𝙮 𝙎𝙩𝙞𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝘾𝙤𝙧𝙥𝙨 𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨, ₦𝟭𝟬𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝘿𝙤𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨, 𝘼𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙎𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙚 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙉𝙔𝙎𝘾 𝙈𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨.

The Executive Chairman of Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area, 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗸𝗮, 𝗘𝘀𝗾., has approved monthly stipends of ₦𝟯𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 for corps members serving in the LGA and ₦𝟭𝟬𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 for corps members serving as doctors.

The announcement was made during an interactive session between the Chairman and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in Ogu/Bolo, held at the Council Secretariat. The meeting provided an opportunity for the Chairman to engage with the corps members on their welfare, working conditions and challenges encountered during their service year.

The approved stipends will take effect from November 2026.

The Chairman also announced that corps members would be registered under the council’s health insurance scheme from the end of October 2026. Under the arrangement, corps members will be able to access medical services covered by the scheme at the General Hospital without direct payment for such treatment.

During the session, 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗡𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗸𝗮 advised corps members to develop additional skills, explore opportunities beyond their fields of study and remain committed to their personal and professional development.

He noted that success was not limited to any particular course of study or profession, encouraging the corps members to identify opportunities through which they could apply their abilities and create value.

The Chairman also urged them to maintain good relationships with members of their host communities, conduct themselves responsibly and remain committed to their primary assignments.

He expressed concern over the reported absence of some corps members from their places of primary assignment and advised them to demonstrate greater commitment to their duties.

The Chairman further stated that the health and safety of corps members remained a concern of the council and urged them to exercise caution while carrying out their activities within the LGA.

During the interactive session, corps members raised concerns about the condition of their lodges, school facilities and other welfare-related matters.

In response, the Chairman directed the Chief of Staff to inspect the affected facilities, investigate the complaints and submit a report to the council for necessary action.

Speaking on behalf of the corps members, 𝗠𝗿. 𝗘𝗻𝗼𝗰𝗵 𝗞𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗱𝗲 thanked the Chairman for his continued attention to their welfare and for responding to requests for assistance.

He also acknowledged the council’s support regarding electricity, healthcare access and security, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to discuss their concerns directly with the council leadership.

The meeting provided a platform for the corps members to present an Award to the chairman on his continual support to the welfare of corps members.

Chesime Solomon Michael
Chief Press Secretary,
Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area.

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