Court Adjourns Suit Challenging Chinda’s APC Governorship Nomination
A Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has adjourned to November 4, 2026, hearing in a suit challenging the nomination of the Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Kingsley Chinda, as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State. The suit, numbered FHC/PH/CS/3/2026, was instituted by Samuel […]
Is it possible The El Niño Climate is Reflecting in Port Harcourt’s Problem?
The flooding currently affecting parts of Port Harcourt has raised a new question among residents: could the city be experiencing the early effects of the strong El Niño climate pattern now developing across the Pacific? What is El Niño? El Niño is a natural climate pattern that occurs when the surface waters of the central […]
Rivers State Celebrates World Tourism Day
Rivers State marked the 2026 World Tourism Day with a celebration focused on how Artificial Intelligence and digital technology can reshape tourism and promote the state’s cultural attractions. The event, organised by the Rivers State Ministry of Culture and Tourism, was held at the Royal Banquet Hall of Hotel Presidential in Port Harcourt. The celebration […]
NMA Urges Rivers Residents to Protect Heart Health
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Rivers State Branch, has advised residents to take heart-related symptoms seriously and seek medical care when they persist. The association gave the advice in a message marking World Heart Day 2026, with the theme, “Don’t Miss a Beat. Don’t Trivialize a Sign.” The statement, signed by the NMA Public Relations […]
Niger Delta Gas Flares to Power 80,000 Homes
A clean-energy company, Energy Ventures B.V., has secured federal government support for a project to turn gas currently being flared in the Niger Delta into electricity for homes and businesses. The company said the initiative could provide power to about 80,000 connections, potentially benefiting up to 500,000 people across the region. Speaking in Abuja, Chief […]
PETROAN Wants Rivers Ports Fully Commercialised
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has called for the full commercialisation of ports in Rivers State, saying efficient port operations could create jobs, attract investment and reduce businesses’ dependence on Lagos. PETROAN National Publicity Relations Officer, Dr Joseph Obele, made the call while reacting to the Federal Government’s plans to […]
Muma Gee Returns to Port Harcourt Stage After 15 Years Away
Port Harcourt is set to witness the return of one of its notable music names as Gift Uwame Eke, popularly known as Muma Gee, prepares to make her return to the stage after about 15 years away from the music scene. The singer, actress and songwriter will headline the Muma Gee Comeback Concert on Wednesday, […]
Ikwerre Health Centres Get Operational Vehicle
The Rivers State Primary Health Care Management Board (RSPHCMB) has provided an operational vehicle to the Ikwerre Local Government Area to improve supervision of health facilities across the area. The vehicle was received by the Medical Officer of Health, Ikwerre LGA, Dr Laurent-Ordu Vivean, who said the development would strengthen monitoring of the 15 health […]
NDC Raises Alarm Over Insecurity, Calls for Urgent Action in Rivers State
The leadership of the NDC in Rivers State, alongside party stakeholders and candidates, has raised concerns over reported cases of insecurity and attacks allegedly involving members of the party across various Local Government Areas of the state. In a statement, the party called on relevant security agencies to urgently investigate the reported incidents and take […]
Rivers Marks World Tourism Day 2026 With Focus on AI and Digital Innovation
Rivers State has joined the global community in marking World Tourism Day 2026, with stakeholders highlighting the potential of digital innovation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform the tourism sector. The event, held at Hotel Presidential in Port Harcourt, was themed “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism,” with the sub-theme, “Providing Innovative Solutions […]
Why Port Harcourt Residents Are Crying Over The Recent Heavy Rainfall
Several parts of Port Harcourt experienced flooding on Saturday, September 26, following heavy rainfall that disrupted vehicular movement and caused traffic congestion across some major routes. The flooding affected areas including the Imokuta–Stadium Road axis, Eneka, Rumuowha, Rukpokwu, Igwuruta and Iriebe, with parts of Obio-Akpor also recording waterlogging. The situation made movement difficult for motorists […]
Fabeke Endorses Senator Nwogu’s Re-Election Bid
In a significant political development, Dr. Douglas Fabeke, the Action Alliance candidate in the recent Rivers South-East Senatorial District by-election, has expressed his support for Senator Olaka Nwogu’s re-election bid. Dr. Fabeke made his position known during a courtesy visit to Senator Nwogu at his residence in Port Harcourt. During the meeting, he conveyed his […]