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 […]
Government Called to Adequately Fund Vigilante Organisations
Government at all levels has been called to adequately fund vigilante organisations to complement the efforts of security operatives in the fight against cultism in Rivers State. The Commander of the Diobu Vigilante group, Mr. Bipeledei Amatari, stated this on the news and current affairs programme, ‘Matters of the Moment.’ Mr Amatari, who enumerated the […]
Civil Society Groups Protest in Port Harcourt, Demand Restoration of Democracy in Rivers
A coalition of civil society organisations has staged a peaceful protest in Port Harcourt, calling on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately restore democratic governance in Rivers State. The coalition includes the Pilex Centre for Civic Education Initiative – The Peoples Advocates, Kebetkache Women Development & Resource Centre, Women’s Rights Advancement and Protection Alternative (WRAPA), […]
Rivers State Police Receive Training on Handling Gender-Based Violence Cases
The Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) and the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) have partnered to provide paralegal training for police officers in Rivers State. The training aims to enhance the officers’ capacity to effectively handle gender-based violence (GBV) cases. Commissioner of Police, Rivers State, CP Olugbenga Adepoju, stated that the training aligns with […]
EFCC Arraigns Oil Magnate in Port Harcourt for Alleged N750 million Bank Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has arraigned Ugochukwu Nwaemere before a Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, for alleged conspiracy, forgery and obtaining money under false pretence to the tune of Seven Hundred and Fifty Million Naira.In a Press Statement by the EFCC, the Defendant was brought before Justice E.A Obile on a […]