Rivers Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Pensioners’ Welfare
The Rivers State government’s dedication to improving the welfare of retirees across the state has been reiterated by Inyingi Brown, the Head of Service in Rivers State. Speaking at the 2026 delegates’ conference of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) in the state, she gave assurance that “even with current economic challenges, pensioners remain a […]
Rivers Improves PHC Laboratory Services Through Specialize Training
To improve the provision of healthcare services to citizens, the Rivers State Government has commenced training of laboratory scientists and technicians. The aim is to enhance diagnostic facilities in Primary Health Care Centres (PHCs) and also to improve the use of Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF). Two days schedule between 8 and 9 April […]
Man Charged With Kidnapping Re-arrested for Serial Killings
A male suspect who was earlier charged in court for kidnapping has reportedly been re-arrested by security operatives in Rivers State over his alleged role in the multiple killings after kidnapping. The suspect, identified as Kelechi Wofuru, was arrested through the efforts of security operatives, in collaboration with the SafeCity Volunteer Foundation. He was alleged […]
Police in Rivers Ensure Peace Easter Celebrations
The Rivers State Police Command has assured the public that adequate arrangements for security have been made before the celebration of the Easter holidays, saying the people should conduct themselves without fear of insecurity. The Police Commissioner made this statement in a press release issued on Saturday signed by the Force scopes person, Grace Iringe-Koko. […]
Rivers Police Hits on Suspected Kidnappers, Six Escape With Bullet Wounds
The Rivers State Police Command have disrupted a suspected kidnapping operation in Port Harcourt, nabs one suspect and recover arms after a raid on a criminal hideout. The statement shared on Tuesday, indicated that, six other gang members allegedly escaped with gunshot injuries. According to the Force Spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, upon receiving a distress alert […]
I’m Yet To Endorse Any Candidate For Rivers – Wike
As the Rivers State governorship election draws nearer, former Governor and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has clarified that he has not endorsed any candidate. Speaking on Monday evening at his official residence in Life Camp, Abuja, during a joint meeting with stakeholders from both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), […]
Rivers 2027: Wike Says Governorship Slot Open To All
The former of Rivers State, Barrister Nyesom Wike says he has not endorsed anyone for the forthcoming governorship election stressing that the slot is open for all. Barrister Woke who stated this while addressing Rivers Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders in Abuja during a pre-convention reception organized for them, vowed that “what happened before would […]
Nigerian Navy Storms Illegal Crude Oil Site in Rivers, Suspects Flee
To prevent oil sabotage and protect the nation’s economic assets, the Nigerian Navy (NN) announced the storming of an illegal crude oil site located in Allison Community, Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State. On sighting the Nigerian Navy officers deployed, the suspected operators took to their heels. This development was contained in a document […]
Market Leader Defends Nkpolu DPO, Denies Extortion Allegations
Following the allegations of extortion against the Divisional Police Officer of Nkpolu Police Division, the ex-vice market chairman of Mile 3 Diobu, Port Harcourt, Mr Nelson Tasie, has refuted the claim. While speaking on the quality of work executed by the DPO Henry Ogbuefi, Tasie described the officer as a disciplined and professional officer who […]
Rivers NSCDC Targets Costly Telecom Disruptions with New Preventive Measures
The Rivers State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has rolled out new measures focused at curbing the recurring damage to telecommunications infrastructure. The rolled-out measures are targeting the fiber-optic cables, especially during construction activities across the state, says NSCDC State Command spokesperson Ihemnacho Umeado on Wednesday in a statement. The […]
Ogoni Youth President Calls for Calm After Alleged NDDC Assault
After the alleged assault at the headquarters of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), the president-general of the Ogoni Youth Federation (OYF), Legborsi Yamaabana, has appealed for calm. This appeal was disclosed in the notice shared with TCPN on Wednesday.Yamaabana expressed concern over the widespread reactions that have trailed the incident, which reportedly occurred on […]
WWD: HYPREP assures commitment to potable water provisions in Ogoni
The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable water provisions in Ogoni, Rivers State, as it marks World Water Day (WWD). The agency coordinator, Prof. Nenibarini Zabbey, in a post shared on Sunday, stated this commitment aligns with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Report on the Ogoni Environment recommendation. While […]