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HoR Rivers caucus leader, Dekor bags 2025 Leadership award, dedicates it to constituents and Wike(Video/Photos)
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A grassroots politician, House of Representatives Rivers Caucus leader, Hon Dum Dekor has bagged the 2025 Leadership award in ‘Constituents Empowerment ‘.
The award was bestowed on the seasoned politician by Centre for Credible Leadership and Citizens Awareness CCLCA in conjunction with Naijablitznews and Hellosis on Wednesday in Abuja.
Dekor in his acceptance speech dedicated the award to his constituents and his political leader, FCT minister, Chief Nyesom Wike.
He thanked the organisers, his constituents and his leader Wike for the confidence reposed in him as he would continue to do more.
In a brief citation read on behalf of DG of CCLCA, Dr Gabriel Nwambu by Naijablitznews Associate Editor captured some of the impactful things perfected by Hon Dekor.
Read below:
RT. HON. DEKOR DUMNAMENE ROBINSON, popularly called “Dum Dekor” by friends, colleagues, associates, and constituents can be described as one of the very few “well grounded” politicians in Nigeria.
After graduating from the illustrious University of Port Harcourt in 1991, with a Bachelor’s degree in Geography; in flying colours, he began his political career as a member of the Caretaker
Committee in KHANA Local Government Council, where he served as SUPERVISOR FOR WORKS from 2002-2003.
The desire to have better understanding and knowledge of the basic, and critical rudiments of elections planning, operations, monitoring, and evaluation, led to his appointment with the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission, (RSIEC), and was posted to AHOADA EAST LGA as the ELECTORAL OFFICER from 2004-2006.
Thereafter, he was elected as a Member of the 6th RIVERS STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY in 2007, where he represented KHANA 2 CONSTITUENCY. Recognizing his versatility and experiences, in varied strata of politics and democracy, he was elected as the DEPUTY SPEAKER by his colleagues in the House, and served meritoriously in that capacity between 2007 and 2011.
Having served the State, and his party, the PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC PARTY, (PDP) in some other relevant positions and assignments, he was beckoned to offer his lofty experiences to the EXECUTIVE branch of Rivers State. In 2017, he was appointed as the State’s COMMISSIONER FOR WORKS under the administration of HIS EXCELLENCY, GOVERNOR EZENWO NYESOM WIKE. As expected, his record of achievements in the Ministry elicited official endorsements by his principal, and overwhelming commendation by the people of Rivers State.
Conscious of the need to improve the quality of the State’s representation at the Federal House of Representatives, he was elected in 2019, as a Member for KHANA/GOKANA FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY. Impressed by his performances, and contributions to Rivers State, and democratic development, he was re-elected in 2023. He presently serves as CHAIRMAN, HOUSE COMMITTEE on HOST COMMUNITIES.
All through his political career, Rt. Hon. Dum Dekor has emphasized PEOPLE as the FULCRUM of any, and every engagement. He believes strongly that, to achieve having meaningful and enduring impact on his CONSTITUENTS, and the CITIZENRY, TRANSPARENCY, INTEGRITY, and TIMELY FEEDBACK in the LEGISLATIVE PROCESS are very important.
Known to have touched the lives of people in his past positions and offices in Rivers State, RT. HON. DEKOR has not only increased the tempo but also improved on the qualities of his numerous programmes and projects for the constituents.
In the past six years, he has embarked on Infrastructure Development; Healthcare; Education; Economic Empowerment; and Community Development of the good people of KHANA/GOKANA Federal Constituency. Initiatives and projects facilitated include Rural Electrification; Provision of Potable Water; Construction & Re-modelling of Schools; Building of ICT Centres; and Provision of Integrated Solar Street Lights.
Others include Grants for Agricultural Training of Women & Youths; Establishment & Upgrade of Skill Acquisition Centres; Provision of Grants for Women & Youths in Small & Medium Enterprises; Training of Youths & Women in different Skills including Fisheries & Aquaculture, Catering Services, and other vocations; Provision of Instructional Materials, Textbooks, & other Equipment for Schools; Educational Grants, Scholarships, & Regular Financial Support to children, youths in tertiary institutions and secondary schools.
Indeed, these milestones and other landmark achievements by RT. HON. DUM DEKOR has certainly justified the confidence reposed in him by the good people of KHANA/GOKANA FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY.
Yaya Bauchi Tongo, a member of House of Representatives representing Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency of Gombe State is dead.
Rep Tongo died in Abuja on Friday following a brief illness, the spokesperson for the House of Representatives, Akintude Rotimi said in a statement quoting the Gombe State Caucus of the House of Representatives.
While paying tribute to the late lawmaker, Rotimi said his death marked the end of a distinguished life devoted to public service and the advancement of his constituents, Gombe State, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“Rep. Tongo was a dedicated public servant, seasoned grassroots politician, and committed legislator whose life was marked by unwavering service to his people and the nation,” Rotimi said.
The deceased lawmaker served as Chairman of Funakaye Local Government Area, Special Adviser to the Government of Gombe State, and Member of the Gombe State House of Assembly before his election into House of Representatives.
He was Chairman of the Nigeria–United Arab Emirates Parliamentary Friendship Group in the House of Representatives.
“A respected voice within the Parliament and a passionate advocate for the welfare and development of his constituents, Hon. Tongo brought wisdom, experience, and a deep understanding of governance to legislative deliberations. His contributions to nation-building and democratic development will remain an enduring part of his legacy.
“On behalf of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD, GCON, the leadership, and the entire membership of the House, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his immediate family, the people of Gombe/Kwami/Funakaye Federal Constituency, and the Government and people of Gombe State on this painful loss.
“As we mourn the passing of our dear colleague, we pray that Almighty Allah (SWT) forgives his shortcomings, accepts his good deeds, and grants him Aljannatul Firdaus. We also pray that Allah (SWT) grants his family, loved ones, constituents, and colleagues the strength and fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” Rotimi said.
He added that further details regarding parliamentary tributes and funeral arrangements will be communicated in due course.
A member of the House of Representatives from Kaduna North and Chairman, Committee on Banking Regulations, Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, has disclosed that his father, Nasir El-Rufai’s continued detention shows that Nigeria’s democratic journey is far from complete.
Bello noted that democracy can only thrive in Nigeria when the country’s leadership is accountable.
El-Rufai has been in custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC, since he was arrested at the Abuja airport earlier in the year.
The commission had arraigned him for corruption while he was governor of Kaduna State.
However, posting on X, Bello wrote: “Today, we celebrate the enduring strength of our democracy and the collective voice of the Nigerian people. Democracy thrives when leadership is accountable, citizens are empowered, and every voice is heard.
“As we commemorate this important day, we must also acknowledge that while our democracy continues to endure, the abuse of citizens’ rights remains a troubling reality.
“The true test of any democracy is not simply the conduct of elections, but its commitment to the rule of law, due process, and the protection of fundamental freedoms.
“The continued unlawful detention of my father, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, alongside the experiences of many other Nigerians who have faced similar violations, serves as a reminder that our democratic journey is far from complete.
“On this Democracy Day, let us recommit ourselves to building a nation where justice prevails, institutions are strengthened, and the rights of every citizen are respected and protected.”
The National Leader of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, NDC, Senator Seriake Dickson, on Friday held a closed-door meeting with the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, amid recent crises in the party.
Dickson made this known in a statement on his official X handle, revealing that the meeting, which lasted nearly three hours, was attended by Obi and other senior party leaders.
“I just received my brother, colleague, and partner in the New Nigerian Project, His Excellency Mr Peter Gregory Obi, CON, our presidential candidate, who, together with some distinguished leaders of our party, held a closed-door meeting which lasted about three hours.
“In the course of that meeting, we reviewed the activities of our party and discussed a few recent issues that have been a source of concern to all sides, and we amicably resolved all the issues.
“We have always been on the same page on the bigger picture, i.e., winning the elections for all candidates of our party and rescuing Nigeria from the misgovernance of the APC-led government. However, a few issues have arisen, and we have agreed on how to handle them moving forward.
“I want to use this opportunity again to call on all members of our party to stop the bickering and name-calling and focus on the bigger picture.
“Both His Excellency Peter Obi and I, as well as other leaders and stakeholders of our party, will continue to consult and engage with one another to address and resolve concerns, strengthen the unity and cohesion of our party, and ensure that we remain focused on our shared mission of rescuing Nigeria and building a better future for all.”
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