Health Commissioner Adaeze Oreh Slams Allegations Over Empowerment Program Disruption
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In the wake of recent speculations, the suspended Rivers State Commissioner for Health, Adaeze Oreh, has strongly rebutted claims connecting her to the disturbance at an empowerment program organized by the Renewed Hope Initiative, linked to the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. This incident reportedly occurred at Port Harcourt on the 2nd of May.
According to our sources, the program saw a walkout by some women upon the invitation of Theresa Ibas, wife of the state's Sole Administrator, to address them. The women's actions were allegedly due to their discontent over the absence of Governor Fubara and their call for his return.
Countering the accusations, Oreh issued a statement the same day, declaring the assertions "entirely unfounded, completely false." She considered the claims a malicious attempt to besmirch her name and cause division.
"The allegations leveled against me regarding the supposed disruption of the First Lady's empowerment program are entirely unfounded, completely false, and a product of the sick imagination of rumor-mongers and conflict entrepreneurs," Oreh stated emphatically.
Oreh challenged the 'Concerned Rivers Youth Organisation,' the group cited as the accusation's origin, to present substantiated proof to validate their claims.
In her declaration, Oreh asserted that she has never been involved in any attempts to disrupt the administration's activities, especially those under President Bola Tinubu's newly appointed administration, following the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State.
"I have neither sponsored nor will I sponsor any activities aimed at embarrassing or disrupting the activities of the administration. Since my suspension, I have focused on other endeavors and my doctoral studies," she asserted confidently.
Reaffirming her commitment to the development of Rivers State, Oreh encouraged honesty and integrity in public discussions. She urged all stakeholders to engage in constructive, solution-oriented dialogue that would benefit the state.
"Unsubstantiated wild claims undermine trust and hinder constructive engagement, and this is not what the state needs at this difficult and delicate time," Oreh stated forcefully.
"I urge everyone to focus on issues that unite us and foster a positive, solution-driven dialogue for the betterment of our state. We must work together to build a brighter future for Rivers State, grounded in truth, transparency, and collective effort," she emphasized firmly.
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Background and Allegations
The suspended Commissioner for Health, Adaeze Oreh, has been implicated in disrupting the empowerment program organized by the Renewed Hope Initiative, associated with the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. This event took place in Port Harcourt on the 2nd of May. The accusations suggest that the program witnessed a walkout by some women when Theresa Ibas, wife of the state's Sole Administrator, was called to address them. These women are believed to have expressed disapproval and demanded the return of Governor Fubara. However, according to Oreh, she has neither sponsored nor was involved in any actions aimed at causing disturbances.
Key Points in the Denial
- Denial Statement: Oreh issued a statement on the 2nd of May, rejecting the allegations as baseless and with malicious intent.
- Reputation Protection: Oreh takes a firm stance against the false accusations, arguing that they are aimed at tarnishing her character.
- No Involvement in Disruptions: Oreh emphasizes that she has not been involved in any attempts to disrupt the administrative activities or the events of the First Lady's Renewed Hope Initiative.
Evidence Supporting or Contradicting the Denial
As of now, there is no publicly available evidence directly linking Adaeze Oreh to the disruption. The denial made by Oreh primarily revolves around refuting the false claims as unfounded and malicious, but specific details about her involvement or evidence supporting or refuting her claims are not detailed in the available reports.
- Commissioner Adaeze Oreh firmly refutes allegations linking her to the disruption at the First Lady Oluremi Tinubu's empowerment program in Port Harcourt.
- Oreh's statement on the 2nd of May declares the claims "entirely unfounded, completely false," considering them a malicious attempt to smear her reputation.
- Having never been involved in disrupting the administration's activities, Oreh invites the 'Concerned Rivers Youth Organisation' to present substantiated proof backing their claims.
- In her declaration, Oreh reassures that she has been focusing on other endeavors during her suspension and her doctoral studies, rather than sponsoring activities aimed at disrupting the administration.
- Oreh emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity in public discussions, encouraging all stakeholders to engage in constructive, solution-oriented dialogue for the betterment of Rivers State.
- In the face of unsubstantiated wild claims, Oreh urges everyone to focus on issues uniting them and foster a positive, solution-driven dialogue for the growth of Rivers State, grounded in truth, transparency, and collective effort.
