Bayelsa, Rivers Police Launch Joint Forest Clearance Operation
In line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, the Commissioners of Police in Bayelsa and Rivers states, Ajao Adewale and Olugbenga Adepoju, have joined forces to tackle criminal activities in forest areas along the states’ borders. The two commissioners led a joint clearance operation across strategic forest corridors linking Bayelsa […]
Fubara Signs 2026 Appropriation Bill Into Law
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, describing it as a “breath of fresh air” for the state. Governor Fubara signed the budget on Thursday at the State Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Port Harcourt. The Governor expressed confidence that the budget would open a new chapter of development […]
Navy Busts Illegal Refining Sites, Seizes 99,000 Litres of Suspected Stolen Crude
The Nigerian Navy has stepped up its efforts to fight crude oil theft and illegal refining, which resulted in the discovery of three suspected refining sites and the gathering of about 99,000 litres of oil, believed to be stolen crude oil and illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) in Rivers and Delta states. These discoveries […]
Egbunefu Inducted As Boys’ Brigade Patron, Hailed For Integrity And Leadership
The Executive Chairman of the Rivers State Internal Revenue Service (RIRS), Sir Israel O. Egbunefu, FCTI, has been inducted as a Patron of the Boys’ Brigade Nigeria, Rivers State Council, in recognition of his integrity, discipline, leadership and commitment to service. The induction took place on Sunday, August 30, 2026, during the 2026 Enrollment Service […]
PHED Publishes List of Eligible Compensation Feeders
The Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) has released a list of electricity feeders that are qualified for compensation. The list covers February and March 2026. In a notice to customers, PHED asked those affected to check their compensation status. Customers must use the company’s designated online platform for this check. The electricity regulatory body […]
Rivers Urban Renewal Gains Recognition as Commissioner Hart Receives 2026 Award
The Rivers State Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Amaopusenibo Sir Amairigha Edward Hart, has received the “Most Distinguished Commissioner of the Year 2026” award from the Niger Delta Media Practitioners of Nigeria. The award was presented to Hart at his office in Port Harcourt on Tuesday in recognition of his performance in workers’ […]
Fubara’s Ally Sobomabo Jackrich Meets Wike Amid Rivers Reconciliation Efforts
High Chief Sobomabo Jackrich, popularly known as Egberipapa, has met with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, amid ongoing efforts to reconcile political differences in Rivers State. Jackrich, a prominent ally of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, was the founder of the Simplicity Movement, a political group that backed the governor during […]
Rivers Primary Health Board Begins Vehicle Distribution to LGAs
The Rivers State Primary Health Care Management Board has commenced the distribution of operational vehicles to the state’s 23 Local Government Areas, beginning with Degema. The Executive Secretary of the Board, Dr Chituru Adele, handed over a new pickup vehicle to the Medical Officer of Health for Degema Local Government Area, Dr Lolia Koko, at […]
PHCCIMA Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Business Growth, Strategic Partnerships
The President of the Port Harcourt Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (PHCCIMA), Dr. Chinyere Nwoga, has reaffirmed the Chamber’s commitment to promoting sustainable business growth, ethical leadership and strategic partnerships. Nwoga stated this in her goodwill message at the Annual Business Fair and Symposium of the Full Business Men’s Fellowship International (FBMFI), Nigeria […]
Rumueme Traditional Council Raises Alarm Over Alleged Impersonation of Monarch
The Rumueme Kingdom Council of Traditional Rulers in Rivers State has raised concerns over the alleged impersonation of the traditional ruler of the kingdom by Timothy E. Nsirim. The development has reportedly heightened tension in Rumueme following the circulation of invitations and publicity materials for a purported New Yam Festival scheduled for Friday, August 28, […]
Rivers Police Probe Alleged Shooting by Officer After Viral Video
The Rivers State Police Command has commenced an investigation into an alleged shooting involving a police officer, following the circulation of a video of the incident on social media. The command, in a statement issued on Friday, August 28, 2026, said its attention was drawn to a viral video showing an alleged shooting involving a […]
Rivers Police Deny Linking ACP Irikefe to Arrest of Four Suspects Over Alleged Abduction
The Rivers State Police Command has denied allegations linking the Commander of the 56 Police Mobile Force (PMF), ACP London Irikefe, to the arrest and prosecution of four men accused of abducting a woman in the state. The Command, in a statement issued by its Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Agabe Blessing Kaborlo, said Irikefe […]