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NEMBE SPILL: AITEO Mobilizes To Clean Up SBAR SPILL, Collaborates With Renowned ‘BOOTS & COOTS, CNA

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NEMBE SPILL: AITEO Mobilizes To Clean Up SBAR SPILL, Collaborates With Renowned ‘BOOTS & COOTS, CNA
• CEO, Benny Peters Assures Affected Communities of Speed, Ecosystem Protection.

Two weeks after a non-producing wellhead in the NembeLocal Government Area of Bayelsa State leaked and is still spewing its contents, the operators of the NNPC/Aiteo Joint Venture of Oil Mining Lease (OML) 29, Aiteo Eastern Exploration and Production Co. (AEEPCo), have announced several proactive measures to combat and contain the spill.

NEMBE SPILL: AITEO Mobilizes To Clean Up SBAR SPILL, Collaborates With Renowned ‘BOOTS & COOTS, CNA

 

The wellhead, located in the Santa Barbara Southwest field in Nembe LGA, was, according to AITEO, predominantly dormant. The leak started on November 5. According to Ndiana Mathew, spokesperson for AITEO, said that upon noticing the leak, “Aiteo notified all relevant regulatory agencies and, thereafter, mobilised containment resources to limit the impact on the environment. As required, Aiteo promptly called for a Joint Inspection Visit (JIV). Due to the high-pressure effusion, the JIV team could not reach the location and that inspection was aborted.”

“Since then, Aiteo has activated an elaborate and extensive spillage containment response in the internationally prescribed manner. Though spills of this nature are not uncommon to the oil and gas industry, their resolution requires expert skill and equipment that is not routinely or readily available. The typical process is to first kill the well and stop the leak and then focus on the clean-up.”

Mathew said further that aside from the urgent possible technical responses to contain the leak, Aiteo has sought, become involved with and is now in active collaboration with Clean Nigeria Associates (CNA) which has since mobilised to site in addition to Aiteo internal resources to reinforce containment and recovery efforts. CNA is the oil and gas industry non-profit umbrella body with expertise and resources to contain spills of this nature. Because it was causing growing anxiety among the local communities that rely on the surrounding land and waterways, the area has been cordoned off and the CNA is mobilising additional resources to strengthen the containment effort.

It was gathered that a well-killing assessment site visit has been carried out to evaluate the assets and earmark the resources required to bring the effusion under control. The required apparatus including heavy-duty and specialist equipment are presently being mobilized, locally and internationally, on a fast-track basis, to bring the well under control. For this purpose, “Aiteo has on-boarded the involvement of the renowned Boots & Coots, arguably the leading well control company in the world, working with a local resource. Upon this intervention and conclusion, it is expected that the persistence of the leak alongside its functional consequences will be abated and significantly diminished,” Mathew stated.

Also, senior personnel of AITEO have visited the affected communities and made available, for the use of the communities, relief materials aimed at ameliorating the direct consequences of the incident. At Opu-Nembe Kingdom where the Aiteo delegation was received by the traditional ruler, His Royal Majesty, Dr Biobelemoye Josiah Ogbodo VIII, his council of chiefs and foremost indigenes and government officials, the King said, “We are happy that Aiteo has initiated this visit to support the community at this time and urge it to continue to work with us as partners in progress on its corporate goals in the community.”

Similarly, the Aiteo Group CEO, Mr Benedict Peters, has extended his assurances to the affected communities affirming, “We are doing everything in our power to contain this spill and ameliorate the situation as rapidly, safely and responsibly as possible. We have mobilized best-in-class resources and expertise to put this mishap behind us. Be rest assured of our resolve to limit the escape of oil and protect the ecosystem from its effects.”

In the statement signed by Mathew, the company averred that it remains committed to ensuring immediately that the circumstances are brought under better control and ascertaining the immediate and remote causes of the leak.

Furthermore, “It is important that we affirm our preliminary view based on our assessment of the proximate circumstances that it will be difficult to exclude deliberate tampering of the well by oil thieves attempting to siphon crude directly from the wellhead. In our view, sabotage remains the most imminent cause of this incident,” the company stated.

“Oil theft and asset vandalism continue to present the biggest challenge we face in the operations of oil and gas production in the Niger Delta area. It has continued to damage the production profile of oil producers in so many ways.

As we commend the relevant security agencies with whom we interface to combat this menace, we believe the need and capacity to provide significantly more remain overwhelmingly critical especially because there is so much more to be done to realign the architecture of the delivery infrastructure of oil and gas production in Nigeria in line with the current industry structure of multiple producers operating assets that were previously built and managed by one producer.”

The company reiterated that it feels deeply concerned about the incident and that the circumstances and fortunes of the immediate community remain its most anxious consideration, which it stated had assumed the highest priority alongside making safe the well and its immediate environs.

“It is our fervent desire that in the attainment of this intensely challenging objective, the interests of the proximate community continue to be safeguarded in every material respect by the collective efforts of our company and all the industry professionals whose involvement Aiteo has convoked,” the statement concluded.

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Drama Unfolds as 2Face’s Mother Publicly Begs Edo Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru to “Free” Her Son

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Drama Unfolds as 2Face’s Mother Publicly Begs Edo Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru to “Free” Her Son

The Idibia family has been thrust into the spotlight once again as Rose Idibia, mother of veteran singer 2Face Idibia, made an emotional plea in a viral video, begging Honourable Natasha Osawaru to “free” her son.

Drama Unfolds as 2Face’s Mother Publicly Begs Edo Lawmaker Natasha Osawaru to "Free" Her Son

In the circulating clip, Mrs. Idibia claimed that 2Face is not in his right state of mind due to the ongoing divorce process with his estranged wife, Annie Idibia. She also suggested that Osawaru had placed beads on 2Face’s neck and hands, which she implied might be influencing him.

Her words:
“Good evening Nigerians. My name is Mrs. Rose Idibia, and this message is for Miss Natasha Osawaru of Edo state. I’m calling on all mothers in Nigeria to help me beg her to free my son.

“My son is going through a divorce process and he is clearly not in his right senses now. I know my son, this is not you. Please, Natasha, the bead you put on his hand and on his neck, remove them and free him.”

The shocking statement has since ignited a firestorm of reactions across social media, with Nigerians offering a mix of humor and criticism.

Social Media Reactions:

@bigHotbaby: “Radarada🤣🤣🤣🤣 mama 2baba you must accept desperado Natasha oooo🤣🤣🤣”

@campusblaze: “I swear Nigeria is not a real place.”

@Lummygee1: “Make mama go sleep joor like say 2face na 3 years old pikin.”

@judithoflagos: “Mama, no be us go free your son o, make una accept una new wife 😆.”

While neither 2Face nor Honourable Natasha Osawaru has officially responded to the claims, the video has sparked debates over family interference in romantic relationships and the public airing of personal matters.

Many are now waiting for any official statements from either party as the drama surrounding the Idibia family continues to unfold.

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Nedu Wazobia Bows Out of The Honest Bunch Podcast Amidst Verydarkman Controversy

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Popular On-Air Personality (OAP) Nedu Wazobia has officially announced his exit from The Honest Bunch podcast following a week of intense public scrutiny and social media drama involving controversial activist Verydarkman.

Nedu Wazobia Bows Out of The Honest Bunch Podcast Amidst Verydarkman Controversy

The controversy began when reality star Deeone appeared on the podcast and insinuated that Verydarkman had a romantic interest in men. Instead of addressing Deeone’s claims, Verydarkman redirected his anger at Nedu Wazobia, revealing alleged personal secrets that Nedu had supposedly confided in him—including claims about women Nedu had reportedly been involved with.

The fallout from these accusations caused a social media frenzy, with fans and critics weighing in on both sides. The tension reached a breaking point, prompting Nedu Wazobia to issue a formal statement on Instagram explaining his decision to step down.

In the heartfelt statement, Nedu expressed gratitude for the platform and shared his reasons for leaving:

**“The past week has brought a lot into perspective for me. Hosting The Honest Bunch Podcast has been an incredible journey—one built on open conversations, bold perspectives, and the willingness to tackle difficult topics. But with that responsibility has come an overwhelming level of scrutiny, antagonism, and unfounded accusations that have now begun to take a personal toll.

In light of recent events, I have made the difficult decision to step away from the podcast. This is not a decision I take lightly, but one I believe is necessary—for my peace of mind, for my family, and for the integrity of the show itself.

I have always been committed to honest conversations, but when those conversations lead to relentless attacks and misrepresentation, it becomes clear that stepping back is the best path forward.”**

Nedu also expressed his hope that his departure would ease the negativity surrounding his name and allow the podcast to thrive without further controversy.

“I sincerely hope this decision brings an end to the negativity surrounding my name and allows The Honest Bunch Podcast to continue thriving. I remain committed to fostering dialogue in ways that encourage meaningful engagement and growth, and I look forward to new opportunities that align with that vision.”

Fans and colleagues have since flooded Nedu’s social media with mixed reactions—some expressing disappointment over his exit, while others praised him for prioritizing his mental health and dignity in the face of relentless attacks.

The Honest Bunch podcast team has yet to issue an official statement on Nedu’s departure. Meanwhile, Verydarkman’s accusations continue to stir debates across social media platforms.

As the dust settles, all eyes remain on The Honest Bunch to see how the show will navigate its future without one of its key hosts.

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George Weah, Eminent Personalities Commission Primate Elijah Ayodele’s Ultra-Modern Church Auditorium

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George Weah, Eminent Personalities Commission Primate Elijah Ayodele’s Ultra-Modern Church Auditorium

 

The former President of Liberia, George Weah, along with several notable figures including former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Phillip Shaibu, Nigeria Football Federation President Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, Oniworo of Iworo Kingdom Oba Oladele Kosoko, Onisabe of Igbobi-Sabe Oba Owolabi Adeniyi, and UN representatives, commissioned the ultra-modern church auditorium of Primate Elijah Ayodele on Thursday, February 13, 2025.

The event witnessed a large gathering of dignitaries from across the globe who came to celebrate God’s blessings upon Primate Ayodele. The new church auditorium, with a seating capacity of about 10,000, was completed in just one year following divine instruction to expand the worship center. The commissioning ceremony is part of Primate Ayodele’s annual thanksgiving programme, which began in January and will conclude tomorrow.

 

During the commissioning, George Weah expressed his deep respect and gratitude to Primate Ayodele, whom he referred to as his spiritual father. He described the opportunity to commission the house of the Lord as a significant blessing and assured the church of his unwavering support.

“I am honoured to join you here today for the commissioning of this cathedral and the groundbreaking for an estate. This demonstrates our collective gratitude to God for the blessings he has bestowed upon us. The Bible teaches us that it is not enough to follow God’s commands but to be actively involved in the act of teaching others and those who embark on such a spiritual journey will be considered great.

Primate Ayodele is a great man of God. There is nowhere else I would rather be today but here with God’s people. This is the least I can give back for all the blessings I have received. I want to assure the congregation of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church of my unwavering support. Primate Ayodele and INRI Church, I am excited about this, thank you Primate, my father, I sincerely appreciate this, and we are eternally grateful. I dedicate this cathedral in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. May the almighty God bless us.”

George Weah presented a gift to Primate Ayodele to appreciate his influence and positive impact on his life and the lives of many others. Primate Ayodele, in turn, spoke highly of Weah and handed over Liberia’s flag to him as a symbolic gesture of his return to power. He openly declared Weah as the incoming President of Liberia and presented him with a gift as a token of appreciation.

Former Deputy Governor of Edo State, Phillip Shaibu, also praised Primate Ayodele’s generosity and vision. He expressed his surprise at being invited despite no longer holding public office, calling the invitation a testament to the Primate’s genuine love and care for all.

“Primate Ayodele is a man of God that I have always admired, and I am very proud and elated to be invited to this programme. It is only when you are in power that you get invitations like this, but when this comes even when you are out of power, it shows true love. Just today, he gave scholarships to people, JAMB, and WAEC forms, and I thank God and appreciate him for all he does for society. I pray that God continues to bless him.”

The ceremony also included the groundbreaking of a residential estate and mosque, led by George Weah.

As part of Primate Ayodele’s well-known philanthropic initiatives, the commissioning was accompanied by multiple empowerment activities for students, business owners, journalists, church members, and widows. About 25 secondary school students were provided with JAMB and WAEC forms, and several received scholarships for university studies. Two vehicles were also gifted—one to a church member, Ayo Babalola, and another to journalist Ayodele Dedeigbo, the publisher of Town Crier News.

The grand commissioning underscored Primate Ayodele’s unwavering commitment to philanthropy and the spiritual upliftment of his community. The event concluded with prayers and blessings for continued progress and prosperity for all attendees.

 

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