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NEW JERSEY-BASED STELLA DOGUBO OVAI ASSUMES OFFICE, PLEDGES DILIGENCE AS ABER DIRECTOR OF FINANCE & RESOURCE MOBILISATION PUBLISHED BY WISDOM TIDE NEWS | OCTOBER 7, 2026 The Africa Blue Economy Roundtable (ABER) – The Blue Council Africa, Director of Finance and Resource Mobilisation, Madam Stella Dogubo Ovai has pledged to serve with diligence and utmost transparency. Based in New Jersey, United States of America, Madam Dogubo-Ovai, in a message of appreciation to the Converner and chairman, described her appointment as both a privilege and a great responsibility. In her appreciation statement, Madam Ovai said: “I wish to express my sincere appreciation to the CEO and Governor of the Africa Blue Economy Roundtable (ABER), Dr. Piriye Kiyaramo, for the trust, confidence and honour reposed in me through this appointment. I also thank the Board, the Management and everyone at ABER for their warm support. To be entrusted with this position is both a privilege and a great re...

HOW TO AVOID FALLING VICTIM TO ONLINE LOAN SCAMS AND OTHER ONLINE SCAMS ​Dave Ikiedei Asei (Life Coach) | Wisdom Tide News • October 7, 2026 ​In today’s fast-paced digital economy, mobile devices and high-speed internet connectivity have made financial transactions faster and more accessible than ever before. However, this convenience has also created fertile ground for cybercriminals, predatory lenders, and digital fraudsters. Protecting your hard-earned money and personal identity requires constant vigilance, strict security habits, and an understanding of how modern online scams operate. ​ Understanding the Threat: The Rise of Online Loan Scams ​Online loan scams have surged in popularity through mobile app stores, aggressive social media marketing, and unsolicited SMS messages. Fraudulent lenders often target individuals in need of urgent financial relief or small business capital by promising instant approval without formal credit assessments or income verification...

AN ENTREPRENEUR’S APPROACH TO PUBLIC GOVERNANCE: WHAT ESTHER KOMONIBO OFFERS SOUTHERN IJAW ​Published by Wisdom Tide News | October 7, 2026 ​ A NEW DAWN FOR SOUTHERN IJAW ​For decades, the political landscape of Southern Ijaw Federal Constituency has been defined by routine promises, distant representation, and transactional governance. As the 2027 general elections approach, the people of Southern Ijaw stand at a historic crossroads. The call for effective, accountable, and people-driven representation has never been louder. ​Entering this pivotal moment is Mrs. Esther Komonibo—a seasoned accountant, accomplished entrepreneur, and dedicated advocate whose candidature offers a transformative blueprint for legislative representation. She brings a fresh, pragmatic perspective to public service: an entrepreneur’s strategic discipline, an accountant’s demand for fiscal integrity, and a leader’s deep commitment to grassroots human development. ​ FISCAL STEWARDSHIP AND ACCO...

RIVER KATSINA-ALA BOAT TRAGEDY: PC-NCG COMMISERATES WITH BENUE STATE, CALLS FOR PREVENTIVE MARITIME SAFETY ARCHITECTURE Published by Wisdom Tide News | October 6, 2026 The Provisional Committee of the proposed Nigerian Coast Guard (PC-NCG) has extended its deepest condolences to the Government and people of Benue State, particularly the families of victims of the tragic boat accident on River Katsina-Ala at Buruku Crossing on Saturday, 3rd October, 2026. The Committee stressed that maritime safety in Nigeria must move from reaction to prevention, noting that a statutorily empowered Nigerian Coast Guard would enforce compliance BEFORE boarding, not just rescue after tragedy. In a statement issued by the Director of Communication & Public Affairs, Dr. Piriye Kiyaramo, on behalf of the Chief Executive and Accounting Officer, Capt. Noah Omonu Ichaba, on Tuesday in Abuja, the Committee stated: "Where laws and regulations exist but are not consistently implemented, monit...

ENVIRONMENTAL DIPLOMACY, WATER INFRASTRUCTURE, AND DELTA SECURITY: THE IGALI PARADIGM FOR REGIONAL STABILITY By Dave Ikiedei Asei | Wisdom Tide News | October 6, 2026 ​In an era where climate change, river basin management, and ecological disruption increasingly dictate national security outcomes, Ambassador Dr. Godknows Boladei Igali, OON, stands out as a leading architect of Nigeria’s environmental diplomacy. Delivering a keynote address at the Institute of Natural Resources, Environment and Sustainable Development (INRES) Conference, Igali articulated a comprehensive security framework linking hydro-diplomacy, regional water infrastructure, and ecological preservation directly to conflict prevention in the Niger Delta and across West Africa. His analysis demonstrates that environmental degradation and water insecurity are not merely ecological concerns, but foundational triggers of social displacement, resource competition, and armed conflict. ​Reflecting on his tenure a...

HOW YOU CAN HAVE DIGITAL SAFETY & CYBERSECURITY By Dave Ikiedei Asei | Wisdom Tide News | October 6, 2026 In an increasingly connected world, digital safety is no longer just a technical concern for IT departments—it is a vital life skill. Every daily action, from banking on a mobile device to checking email on public Wi-Fi, creates a digital footprint that cybercriminals can target. Protecting your personal information requires shifting from a passive mindset to a proactive, practical strategy. 1. Master Password Hygiene and MFA Weak or reused passwords remain the single largest entry point for unauthorized account access. Use a Password Manager: Human memory cannot securely manage dozens of complex, distinct passwords. Tools like Bitwarden, 1Password, or Dashlane generate and store unique 16+ character passwords. Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): MFA adds a second layer of defense beyond your password. Best: Hardware keys (e.g., YubiKey) or Authenticator Apps ...

AMBASSADOR ON RESOURCE GOVERNANCE, DERIVATION, AND ECONOMIC STATECRAFT: RECLAIMING THE NIGER DELTA’S FUTURE BEYOND OIL EXTRACTION By Dave Ikiedei Asei | Wisdom Tide News | October 5, 2026 ​The historical narrative of the Niger Delta has long been defined by a deep economic paradox—a region endowed with vast natural wealth that remains structurally trapped in environmental degradation, youth unemployment, and widespread resource alienation. In his landmark Pre-Convocation Lecture delivered at the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), titled "The Benefits of Entrepreneurship Development," Ambassador Dr. Godknows Boladei Igali, OON, presented a compelling strategic framework designed to dismantle this extractive paradigm. Drawing from his expansive career in international diplomacy, public administration, and regional advocacy as Chairman of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), Ambassador Igali argued that the true path to economic statecraft and genuine resource ...