Port Harcourt Anticipates Afropop Star Deobi’s Live Performance
Port Harcourt’s entertainment calendar is set for another addition as Nigerian singer Deobi is scheduled to perform live in the city this weekend. The Afropop singer will take the stage at Amora Resort, Alakahia, on Friday, September 25, 2026, giving fans an opportunity to see the emerging artiste perform live. Deobi, whose real name is […]
Rivers Pushes New Financing Options for Niger Delta Projects
Rivers State is pushing for new ways to finance major infrastructure projects in the Niger Delta, with blue, green, and railway bonds being considered as possible sources of long-term funding. The proposal emerged after the Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit in Port Harcourt, where stakeholders discussed how the region could attract more private capital […]
Rivers Chief Judge Leads Gaol Delivery Exercise at Port Harcourt Custodial Centre
The Chief Judge of Rivers State, Justice Simeon Chibuzor-Amadi, will on Tuesday, September 22, lead a delegation to the Port Harcourt Maximum Security Custodial Centre for a gaol delivery exercise. The exercise, scheduled for 10:00 a.m., is part of activities marking the commencement of the 2026/2027 Legal Year in the state. The Chief Registrar of […]
Shell Pushes Gas Adoption in Rivers
Shell Nigeria Gas (SNG) is expanding its natural gas distribution network in Rivers State, as the company seeks to help businesses reduce energy costs and improve productivity. The company disclosed this at a Business and Investment Forum in Port Harcourt, where manufacturers, investors, policymakers and other stakeholders discussed the opportunities and challenges around natural gas […]
Rivers Stakeholders Seek Oversight on Investment Treaties
Stakeholders in Rivers State have called for stronger legislative oversight and public participation in Nigeria’s investment treaties process insisting that communities must have a greater voice in agreements that affect their environment and livelihoods. The call was made at a two‑day multi‑stakeholder roundtable on Investor‑State Dispute Settlement, energy transition and investment governance that was held […]
Police Nab Suspected Internet Fraudster Over Alleged Ritual Activity in Port Harcourt
A young man has reportedly been arrested by the police in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, in connection with alleged internet fraud and suspected ritual-related activities involving a young girl. The incident reportedly occurred in the Rukpokwu area of the state, where the suspect was said to have been taken into custody following an investigation by […]
Election Security: Division Charges Security Agencies to Remain Apolitical, Neutral
The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 6 Division, Nigerian Army, and Land Component Commander, Joint Task Force South-South Operation Delta Safe, Major General Everest Okoro, has charged security agencies to remain apolitical, neutral and strictly adhere to their rules of conduct and rules of engagement during the election process. Okoro gave the charge during the second […]
Expert Urges Restart of Port Harcourt, Warri Refineries
An energy expert, Dr Joseph Obele has called on the Federal Government and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to restart the Port Harcourt and Warri Refineries amid rising fuel prices. Obele, a lecturer at Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Port Harcourt said bringing government-owned refineries back into production would increase fuel supply reduce dependence […]
Niger Delta Must Move Beyond Oil – Alaibe
The Niger Delta must move beyond years of depending on crude oil extraction and should build an economy that relies on production, processing and trade, said former Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission Ndutimi Alaibe. Alaibe spoke recently as the speaker at the 2026 Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit organised by the […]
Gas Tanker Overturns on Iwofe Road in Port Harcourt
A gas tanker overturned late Monday night at the gas bus stop along the Iwofe/Rumuolumeni road in Port Harcourt City, Rivers State. The rear section of the tanker, which was conveying gas, toppled over while the front of the vehicle remained upright. Emergency responders, including the fire service, arrived at the scene on Tuesday morning […]
RIVCHPP Introduces Tech Devices to Improve Claims Processing
The Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP) has provided technology gadgets to its Claims Management Officers to enhance efficiency, accuracy and effectiveness in claims management. The Executive Secretary of RIVCHPP, Dr. Vetty Agala, presented the devices to the officers at the agency’s office in Port Harcourt on Monday, September 14, 2026. While presenting the […]
NDCCITMA Insists Economic Summit Will Hold
The Niger Delta Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Trade, Mines and Agriculture, NDCCITMA, has reaffirmed its commitment to holding the Niger Delta Economic and Investment Summit despite an ongoing trademark dispute. The chamber said the summit is aimed at promoting business, investment, innovation and industrial development across the Niger Delta. NDCCITMA explained that it obtained a […]