Port Harcourt Residents Demand End to All Forms of Torture
The International Day in Support of Victims of Torture was established by the United Nations in 1997 to reinforce the absolute ban on torture under international law and to honour survivors around the world. June 26 is a day designated by the United Nations to raise awareness, stand with survivors, and demand justice.Despite national and […]
Port Harcourt Hosts Sundry Foods’ Blood Donation Drive
In commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, Port Harcourt-based Sundry Foods Limited (SFL) partnered with the Armed Forces Blood Centre to organize a corporate blood donation exercise aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s health system. The initiative, held at SFL’s headquarters in Port Harcourt, saw enthusiastic participation from over 100 staff volunteers across all departments. The event […]
PETROAN Public Relations Officer Decry Rise in Prices of Petroleum Products in Nigeria
The National Public Relations Officer of Petroleum Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria, PETROAN, Dr. Joseph Obele, has described the gradual increment in the cost of Petroleum products as worrisome and disturbing.Reacting to the increase in the pump price of Petroleum Products, Dr. Obele, while noting that the Federal Government’s Crude for Naira Policy was […]
TAP FC hosts MOBILE FC of Lagos in Port Harcourt
Trans Amadi Professionals (TAP) FC of Port Harcourt will square up against MOBILE FC of Lagos State this Saturday, June 28th, at their home ground, First Aluminium Field, also known as Stadium of Victory, at 8 am. The players and management of MOBILE FC are expected to arrive in Port Harcourt on Thursday, June 26th, […]
Mayor of Port Harcourt Appoints 1217 Persons into Various Committees
In a move to strengthen grassroots governance and enhance service delivery across key sectors, the Administrator and Mayor of Port Harcourt City Local Government Area, Dr. Samuel Kalagbor, has reconstituted and appointed 1217 persons into various strategic committees within the Local Government Area.In a statement released by the Mayor’s office, the appointments took effect from […]
HMO Challenges: Health Experts Meet in Port Harcourt
In a bid to improve the relationship between health care providers, enrollees, and Health Management Organisation (HMO), SUNU Health Nigeria Limited organised a one-day interactive forum in Port Harcourt to break the barrier and bridge communication gaps.The Interactive forum, which brought together Health Insurance enrollees, Service providers, and stakeholders in the health sector, was put […]
South South Democratic Movement to Hold Elected Officials Accountable
The National Chairman of a non-governmental organization, the South South Democratic Movement SSDM, Prince Favour Reuben says, in spite of threats by some politicians, the group will not relent in ensuring that elected officials are accountable to their constituents, especially in the South South region. Speaking with our correspondent in Port Harcourt, Prince Reuben said […]
Fatal Accident Claims Two Lives in Port Harcourt
A tragic accident late Sunday claimed the lives of two individuals when a keke-bus collided with a parked trailer near the Air Force flyover, different eyewitnesses reported. The incident, which occurred hours before midnight, left two others injured and underscored ongoing road safety challenges in Nigeria. According to a post on X by Portharcourt Specials, […]
University of Port Harcourt Celebrates 50th Anniversary
The University of Port Harcourt is set to celebrate its Golden Jubilee Anniversary and 35th Combined Convocation Ceremony, marking years of enlightenment and self-reliance.In a statement released by the University, the landmark week-long event is scheduled for Monday, July 21st to Sunday, July 27th, 2025, will feature Anniversary Public Lecture, Convocation Ceremony, Cultural Showcase amongst […]
NDDC Holds 3-Day Workshop In PH, Declares Women’s Empowerment Crucial to Development
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has kick-off a three-day capacity-building workshop in commemoration of International Women’s Day in Port Harcourt. The Commission emphasised the importance and impact of empowering women on the socio-economic growth and development of the Niger Delta region. In his address, the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, noted that the […]
Port Harcourt Goes Digital In The 2025 Niger Delta Tech Summit
Niger Delta is on the brink of a transformative digital revolution as it gears up for the Niger Delta Digital Summit 2025 in Port Harcourt. This landmark event represents a bold step toward reshaping the region’s economic future, shifting the focus from oil dependency to technological innovation. The Niger Delta Digital Summit 2025 seeks to […]
Rivers United FC Interested in Signing Super Eagles Left-Back
As reported by BSNSports, it has been stated that Rivers United is poised to acquire the services of Super Eagles left-back, Imo Obot, in anticipation of the forthcoming season. Obot is expected to reunite with Finidi George at Rivers United after concluding his tenure with Enyimba. The Pride of Rivers, who finished second to league […]