Photo: Police Officer Killed, ChannelsTV Reporter Stabbed, Police Van torched At Rivers Rally READ BELOW)

A police officer was shot dead and a staff of Channels TV stabbed during the fracas that broke out at the APC Governorship rally in Rivers state earlier today. In a chat with newsmen, the state APC Governorship candidate, Dakuku Peterside said five policemen were shot at the rally

“Five police officers were shot. One of them is dead and four are lying in critical condition at this hospital.” he said

Channels TV staff who was stabbed is currently receiving treatment at an undisclosed hospital. A Police van was also set ablaze. Above is an exclusive pic I got from the scene...

The Senate has summoned INEC chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega to appear before it tomorrow, Feb. 18th, to explain the reasons for the postponement of the general elections. They also want him to bring card readers to demonstrate how they would use them during the forthcoming elections.

INEC had on Feb 7th announced the postponement of the general elections citing security challenges.

PDP Chairman, Adamu Muazu this afternoon posted this munched BBC tweet about Niger republic citizens marching in solidarity with their military and said that was what patriotism was about and not Nigerians who constantly insult security agencies and government. You know how our people are... they came for him.She shared the pic on instagram and below it she wrote "Sometimes we often wonder why some doors aren't open for us,while others with equal or less ability have seemingly unlimited opportunities and success in every area of their lives.. This doesn't seem fair at all...I know this.. I have Felt it too.. TIMING!! Has everything to do with it! GOD has a time 4 evrythn n he works in us wat needs 2 b done 2 prepare us 4 wat is ahead.. \

 

Having a sense of God's timing brings d peace 2 wait on d lord for it... But Still... Drown out d voice of uncertainty with d sound of ur own heartbeat, burn away ur self - doubt with the fire that's beneath u. "I CAN DO IT"! Remember what u r fighting for.. Remember whose child your are ... You are the child of the almighty GOD! Tots Of Annie "

 

There's a floating corpse at the 82 Division Jetty in Victoria Island (officers mess). It is behind the MLB Saratu vessel in the midst of dirt and floating bottles. Here's hoping the appropriate agency will go retrieve the corpse before it is pushed away or redirected.