New Agriculture Perm Sec Sets Agenda for Food Security, Job Creation
The Permanent Secretary of the Rivers State Ministry of Agriculture, Mercy Dagogo Iboroma, has called on directors, heads of departments and staff to adopt a results-driven approach to strengthen food security, create jobs and drive economic growth in the state. Speaking during her inaugural meeting with staff at the Rivers State Veterinary Hospital and Diagnostic […]
Rivers United Confirm Participation in ValueJet26 Cup
Rivers United Football Club have confirmed their participation in the 2026 edition of the ValueJet Cup, a prestigious pre-season football tournament scheduled to take place from August 9 to 16 at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State.The Port Harcourt-based side will use the competition as part of their preparations for the 2026/27 Nigeria […]
Rivers United Complete Signing of Midfielder Salman Abubakar from Enyimba
Rivers United have strengthened their squad ahead of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season with the signing of defensive midfielder Salman Abubakar from Enyimba FC.The Port Harcourt-based club secured the services of the combative midfielder as head coach Finidi George continues to reshape his team for the upcoming domestic campaign and the CAF […]
Rivers United Ranked amongst top 10 Nigeria’s Most Valuable NPFL Club
Rivers United have emerged as the most valuable club in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), according to the latest squad valuation released by Transfermarkt and highlighted by Soccernet. The Port Harcourt-based side tops the rankings with an estimated squad value of €2.18 million, reflecting the club’s consistent investment in quality players and its growing […]
Rivers United Complete Signing of Emmanuel Utake from Nasarawa United
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Rivers United have completed the signing of versatile midfielder Emmanuel Utake from Nasarawa United ahead of the 2026/27 season, bolstering their squad as preparations intensify for domestic and continental competitions.Utake, who is capable of playing as both a central midfielder and a defensive midfielder, joins the Port Harcourt club […]
Rivers United Complete Signing of Clinton Ezekiel from Bayelsa United
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Rivers United have strengthened their squad with the signing of promising midfielder Clinton Ezekiel from Bayelsa United for an undisclosed transfer fee ahead of the 2026/27 football season.The Port Harcourt-based club confirmed the acquisition as preparations intensify for both the new NPFL campaign and the CAF Champions League, where […]
RIVCHPP Urges Residents to Embrace Health Insurance
The Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP) has urged residents to enrol in its health insurance scheme, saying it is designed to protect families from the high cost of medical treatment and prevent them from falling into poverty because of healthcare expenses. The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of RIVCHPP, Dr. Vetty Agala, […]
Customs Hands Over Siezed Expired Drugs Worth ₦59m to NAFDAC
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Port Harcourt Area I Command, has handed over a consignment of expired pharmaceutical products with a Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) value of over N59 million to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) for regulatory action. Speaking during the handover ceremony in Port Harcourt on […]
BUA’s $85m Port Harcourt Terminal Expansion to Boost Cargo Traffic – NPA
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has projected double-digit growth in cargo throughput and revenue following BUA Group’s $85 million investment to expand its Port Harcourt terminal, describing the project as a major boost for Nigeria’s eastern ports and the country’s maritime sector. Speaking after meeting BUA Group Chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu, at the NPA headquarters […]
“Management Have Not Abandoned the Eastern Ports” – Rivers Port Manager
The Port Manager of the Rivers Port Complex, Mrs Kenechi Okezie, has assured stakeholders that the management of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has not abandoned the Eastern Ports, contrary to concerns raised by some industry players. Okezie gave the assurance while responding to questions from participants during an interactive session with members of the […]
RIVCHPP Seeks Partnership with ALGON to Expand Health Insurance Coverage
The Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP) has sought a partnership with the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Rivers State chapter, to expand access to health insurance for local government workers, their dependents, and rural communities across the state. The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of RIVCHPP, Dr. Vetty Agala, made […]
Rivers Government Rolls Out Free Hepatitis Testing And Treatment
The Rivers State Government announced an ongoing and expanded public health intervention, launching free viral hepatitis screening and medical treatment across designated public health facilities to mark World Hepatitis Day. Speaking during an official state broadcast in Port Harcourt, the Acting Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Vincent Wachukwu, stated that the administration […]