Former Abia state governor Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu Sunday frowned upon toying with the hopes and aspirations of fellow Nigerians in the guise of politics,even as he advised Kano state governor Rabiu Kwankwaso to give the south- east a breather.

Apparently reacting to Kwankwaso’s submission that the south-east was undeserving of a new state,Kalu expressed concern that a compatriot could be so mean in his assertions.

Can anyone believe that Abia State is one of the Niger Delta states? Some people are yet to take to cognizance that those who expressed tyranny against mankind in history that nature was against them.

The Yoruba General Assembly on Thursday called for regional autonomy for the Southwest in an atmosphere of true federalism in Nigeria. 

The group clarified that regional autonomy would not undermine or subvert national unity, stressing that it could only solidify national cohesion and harmony.

The assembly, which held a one-day conference at Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, also canvassed state police, return to parliamentary system, abolition of Land Use Decree, regional constitutions and role for traditional rulers.

Bayelsa State Government has approved a state emblem, anthem and coat of arms to mark and strengthen a sense of identity for the people of the state in line with the vision of the founding fathers of the state.

It said the decision was informed by the  administration’s stand on Ijaw mobilisation, Ijaw integration and the need to promote Ijaw fundamental interests.