You’re Doing Well, Deputy Governor Commends Rivers NYSC Cord
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The Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Prof. Ngozi Odu, has commended the state coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps NYSC, Mr. Moses Oleghe, for his impact on the scheme. Odu thanked the NYSC cord for attracting stakeholders’ support to the programs and activities of the NYSC, especially the building of corner lodges and other […]
Farmers to organise town hall meeting with Fubara on food security
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By Mark Lenu Farmers in Rivers State under the auspices of the Commercial Farmers and Agro-Allied Producers of Nigeria says it would write Governor Siminalayi Fubara, inviting him to a townhall meeting. The farming group said the essence of the meeting is to have the governor publicly tell Rivers people hìs plans and goals for […]
Help Me! I Don’t Want To Lose My Wife, Man Cries After Losing Two Children In Rivers Fire Outbreak
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Mr. Saviour Moses, father of the two children who died in a fire outbreak at Rumuworlu Street in Eneka Clan of the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, is in urgent need of financial assistance to save his wife. Recall, that while his six-month-old baby died at the spot of the incident, his 2-year-old […]
Take Skill Acquisition Training Seriously, Okrika Council Boss Urges Corps Members In Rivers
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The Chairman of Okrika Local Government Area of Rivers State, Dr. Igwe Achese, has charged corps members posted to the state to take the skill acquisition training very seriously. Achese explained that the skill acquisition trainings, both in-camp and post-camp are the new gateway to economic and financial freedom. The chairman stated this on Friday, […]
Two Chelsea Stars Want To Represent Nigeria
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The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is working against the clock to finalize the international switch of allegiance for Chelsea’s on-loan midfielders, Carney Chukwuemeka and Lesley Ugochukwu. This development comes as both players have been included in the provisional 31-man squad named by newly appointed Super Eagles coach, Eric Chelle, for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers […]
Joy In Rivers United Camp As Star Goalkeeper Returns
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In a significant boost to Rivers United’s preparations for their upcoming Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) Matchday 23 clash against Lobi Stars, first-choice goalkeeper and King Of Clean sheet, Osagie Onisodumeya has returned to training. This development is a welcome relief for the team, as Onisodumeya’s presence between the posts is expected to provide stability […]
MOSOP urges FG to quickly kick start varsity in Ogoniland
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By Mark Lenu Following the signing of a bill for the establishment of a university of environmental technology in Ogoniland by President Bola Tinubu, the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has urged the federal government to quickly kick-start the varsity. The approval of a federal varsity in Ogoniland came after a […]
Rivers Commissioner Warns Against Unauthorized Gas and Petrol Stations, Calls for Strict Compliance
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Rivers State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Rt. Hon. Evans Bipi, has voiced concern over gas refilling and petrol station owners who bypass necessary ministry approvals, relying solely on endorsements from the oil and gas industry. During a courtesy visit by the Rivers State chapter of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association […]
Fabeke Unveils Green Energy Automobile Equipment
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…Pledges 5,000 Jobs for Rivers Youth Through Eco-Friendly Agriculture By Tina Amanda In a bid to promote environmental sustainability and economic empowerment, Dr. Douglas Fabeke has launched the Green City Project in Rivers State. The initiative, aimed at fostering renewable energy integration and eco-friendly development, was unveiled during a summit organized by Global Entrepreneurship City […]
Obio/Akpor Boss Assures Residents Of Landmark Projects As Lawmakers Sign 2025 Bill Into Law
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The Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, Mr Ihunwo Chijioke, has assured residents of his administration’s readiness to fast track development in the nooks and crannies of the LGA Ihunwo gave this assurance on Friday, February 7, 2025, when he signed the 2025 appropriation bill into law. The budget estimate pegged at […]
Nigerian Navy Destroys Illegal Refining Sites, Seizes 100,000 Litres of Stolen Crude Oil in January
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The Nigerian Navy, operating under the ongoing *Operation Delta Sanity II*, has made significant strides in combating crude oil theft and illegal refining activities. In a statement released on Thursday, the Navy disclosed that its teams successfully discovered and destroyed several illegal refinery sites and seized approximately 100,000 litres of stolen crude oil in January […]
Amaechi Dedicates Award to Wike, Puts Rivalry Aside
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In an unexpected gesture, former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has dedicated an award to his long-time political rival, Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. This surprising act of camaraderie comes amidst years of political rivalry between the two, which traces its roots back to 2015 when Amaechi, after serving as […]