HYPREP Calls for Urgent Action Against Plastic Pollution in Nigeria
Speaking in commemoration of the 2025 World Environment Day, themed “Ending Plastic Pollution,” HYPREP Project Coordinator, Professor Nenibarini Zabbey, emphasised that plastic waste, particularly from the fast-growing sachet economy, has become a critical environmental challenge in Nigeria and across West Africa. “Plastic pollution is no longer just an environmental issue; it is a public health […]
Rivers State Secretariat in Shambles: Civil Servants Sound Alarm
Civil servants in Rivers State are sounding the alarm over the deplorable conditions at the state Secretariat, where they face numerous challenges that hinder their productivity. The workers cite the lack of electricity, non-functional elevators, and the absence of running water as major concerns that make their daily tasks physically exhausting. Workers are forced to […]
Labour Party Chair Debunks One-Party State in Nigeria
Following the increasing spate of defections by politicians to a particular political party, Chairman of Labour Party in Rivers State, Mr. Deinye Pepple, has allayed fears that Nigeria will soon become a one party state. Speaking with our correspondent in Port Harcourt, Mr. Pepple, who attributed the defections to the desire of politicians to be […]
Police Apprehends Obaje FC Owner Following NFF Ruling Over Dispute With Mavlon FC
The dispute over the ownership of former Nigeria U17 captain Simon Karshe Cletus between Obaje FC from Kaduna and Mavlon FC is still ongoing. Recent reports from owngoalnigeria suggest that Cletus, who was part of the Nigeria U20 team that qualified for the U20 World Cup by finishing third at the AFCON, has always been […]
Nigerians Disappointed with Tinubu’s Performance – Analyst
Governments at all levels have been urged to prioritize the safety and security of Nigerians. A Port Harcourt-based political analyst and an activist, Mr. Eyinmosan Muffassa, who made the call in an interview with our correspondent, expressed disappointment at the performance of President Bola Tinubu since assuming office on May 29th, 2023. According to Mr. Muffasa, […]
Resuscitate Deplorable Standard Of Nigeria’s Educational System, ICT Consultant Tasks FG, Others
An information communication technology (ICT) consultant in Rivers State, Hon Bright Ikechukwu Nwankwo, has called on the Federal Government and stakeholders in the Educational sector, to resuscitate the standard of Nigeria’s educational system. Hon Nwankwo stressed that this is a pressing concern that requires immediate attention from the central government. Speaking with newsmen recently in […]
Green Energy Unveils $5.5bn Plan to Reinvent Nigeria’s Oil Export Infrastructure
Green Energy International Limited (GEIL) is stepping forward with a bold \$5.5 billion investment proposal to build five new onshore crude oil terminals across Nigeria — a strategic move aimed at supporting the country’s ambition to hit 3 million barrels of crude oil per day by 2030. The indigenous oil company is seeking a partnership […]
Ghana confirms Nigerian boxer’s remains to arrive soon
Ghana’s Ministry of Youth and Sports has confirmed that the body of Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju, who died after collapsing during a match against Ghanaian opponent Jon Mbanugu, will be repatriated to Nigeria soon. The Port City News learnt that Olanrewaju—known as Success, died on 29 March at the Trust Sports Emporium Boxing Arena in […]
Pan-Ijaw Group Calls For Full Electronic Voting System In 2027
A Pan- Ijaw socio-political group, the Niger Delta Renewal Group (NDRG), has advocated the implementation of electronic voting system, before the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. It also asked that current voters’ register be cleaned- up before contemplating conduct of the coming polls. In a statement signed by the group’s President, Dr Precious Peterside, the […]
Is Nigeria Turning into a One-Party State?
It is no longer news, as what seems to be a one-party system is becoming a reality, with most political leaders seen defecting from their parties to the All Progressive Congress (APC), forming a one-party system trend. This has raised concerns; one recent example is Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State reportedly ordering his […]
No Call-Up for Oshoala… Has She Played Her Last for Nigeria?
Super Falcon talisman, Asisat Oshoala, has been left out of the Nigerian squad once again as head coach Justine Madugu unveils his list of 23 players for Nigeria’s upcoming double-header friendly against Cameroon. Statistics have shown that Oshoala featured for the national team during the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, where she started two group […]
The Need to Check Indecent Dressing in the country
Indecent dressing refers to the wearing of clothing that is excessively revealing or inappropriate for a particular setting. While fashion is a legitimate form of expression, the issue of indecent dressing has become a subject of growing concern, particularly among youths in the Niger Delta Region. The parameters needed to classify indecent dressing has sparked […]