Organisation Unveils Port Harcourt’s First Free Ambulance Service
CareOne Digital Hospitals has launched Port Harcourt’s first-ever free emergency ambulance service to provide life-saving medical assistance to patients without the barriers of cost or delay. In a report shared recently, the Project Director, Dr. Segun Ebitanmi, announced the initiative as part of the organisation’s commitment to making healthcare more accessible and responsive in emergency […]
Umahi Sets Deadline for Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway Completion
The Minister of Works, Senator Dave Umahi, has directed Arab Contractors, the firm handling the Enugu–Port Harcourt Expressway rehabilitation, to complete the remaining 4.5 kilometres of the Abia section by the end of November. Umahi issued the directive during an inspection visit to the project site in Aba on Friday, expressing dissatisfaction with the slow […]
Port Harcourt To The World: Top Stars Who Rep Rivers State
Port Harcourt, also known as Pitakwa, the city of vibe, boldness, and raw talent — has produced some of Nigeria’s most influential entertainment figures. While Lagos may be the commercial capital of showbiz, the soul of many stars started right here in Rivers State. Below are the top celebrities who are indigenously from Rivers State […]
Why Port Harcourt Festivals And Entertainment Struggle with Sponsorship
Port Harcourt has long been known as the Oil City—a bustling hub of industry, culture, and raw talent. From legendary artists like Burna Boy and Duncan Mighty, to comedians like KO Baba and singers like Mercy Chinwo, the city has produced powerful names who have shaped Nigerian entertainment. Yet, despite this solid legacy, Port Harcourt’s […]
Diobu Set To Shake Port Harcourt with ‘Diobu Festival’ 2025
Port Harcourt is gearing up for something big this December—and it’s all about culture, rhythm, and unity! The organisers of the Diobu Festival have officially announced the 2025 edition, setting the city abuzz with excitement. In an official post on their social media page, they wrote, “Hello, Port Harcourt! Get ready for an unforgettable celebration […]
African Fashion Xperience Set to Light Up Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt is about to take the spotlight once again — this time, in the world of style, culture and dazzling runway vibes. African Xperience has officially announced its upcoming fashion festival, and the excitement buzzing around the city is already palpable. On their official page, the organizers shared a message that perfectly describes the […]
Customs Boss, Others, Begins Tour to Boost Maritime Security
The Customs Area Controller (CAC) for the Eastern Marine Command (EMC), Comptroller Anderson Jaja, has initiated a familiarization tour of operational formations and key stakeholders within his jurisdiction. The tour is aimed at reinforcing collaborative efforts and improving maritime security along Nigeria’s waterways. According to a press release issued by Chief Superintendent of Customs Tangwa […]
Nonso Iwuh Reveals Battle Behind Port Harcourt’s ‘Bole Festival’ Success
Bole Festival one of Port Harcourt’s most vibrant cultural food events, almost didn’t happen. This revelation came straight from the founder and CEO, Kennedy Nonso Iwuh, who opened up about the emotional and financial struggles behind launching the festival during a recent masterclass panel session organized by The Event Show in Port Harcourt. According to […]
Port Harcourt to Host 2025 NWFL Annual General Assembly
The Nigeria Women’s Football League (NWFL) has officially announced that its Annual General Assembly (AGA) for 2025 will take place in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Wednesday, 29 October 2025. In confirming this update, the NWFL’s Chief Operating Officer, Ms Modupe Shabi, stated that the 2025 AGA will gather Chairmen and General Managers of both […]
Indiscriminate Waste Disposal Defaces Port Harcourt
Refuse disposal has been one of the major challenges confronting cities across the world. In Port Harcourt, indiscriminate dumping of refuse in gutters and at street corners has been the order of the day, thereby defacing the beauty of the garden city and putting the health of the residents at risk. Some areas, such as […]
Port Harcourt To Host 2025 Men’s Basketball League Finals
The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has announced that the Final 8 and Final 4 of the 2025 Nigeria Men’s Premier Basketball League will be held in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State. This was disclosed in a statement made on Monday by Amina Amanchi, the secretary of the federation, who cited comments from NBBF […]
Port Harcourt Student Sets National Record with Perfect SAT Score
In a groundbreaking academic achievement, Agbo Adoga, a 14-year-old student from Graceland International School, Port Harcourt, has scored a perfect 1600 on the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT), setting a new national benchmark for excellence in standardized testing. The SAT, administered by the U.S.-based College Board, is a globally recognized university admissions exam used by top […]