Bille Community Seeks End to Gas Flaring Crises
Residents of Bille Kingdom in Rivers State are demanding an end to the gas flaring crisis, which is putting their lives, health and environment at risk. The Bille Liberation Movement (BLM) issued a letter recently calling on President Bola Tinubu, the Rivers State Government, relevant agencies and international organisations to act immediately. The group acknowledged […]
FG Approves Upgrade of Onne, Rivers Ports
The Federal Government has approved the upgrade and modernisation of Onne and Rivers ports, bringing the facilities into a wider plan to improve Nigeria’s port infrastructure and expand maritime activity beyond Lagos. The approval was announced on Sunday by the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, who said Onne and Rivers ports would […]
Umuola Community Revives Health Centre After 30 Years of Abandonment
Residents of Umuola Community in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State have celebrated the revival and commissioning of their community health centre after decades of abandonment. The facility was renovated and commissioned on Saturday, September 26, 2026, by the Paramount Ruler of Umuola, Eze Dr Chike Promise. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Eze Promise […]
Etche Chairman Fulfils ₦2m Pledge to Man With Disability
The Executive Chairman of Etche Local Government Council, Hon. Chima Njoku, has fulfilled his promise of a ₦2 million cash gift and a wheelchair to a man living with disability. Njoku presented the items to the beneficiary at Gateway International Church in Port Harcourt, following a pledge he made during the church’s thanksgiving service last […]
Nigerian Navy Recovers 33,800 Litres of Petroleum Products in Rivers
The Nigerian Navy has recovered 33,800 litres of petroleum products in Rivers State as part of intensified operations against crude oil theft and illegal refining activities in the Niger Delta. The recovery was made during an operation conducted by personnel of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) SOROH, a unit operating under Operation DELTA SENTINEL, on […]
Jonathan Backs New Opobo King, Calls for Peace and Development
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has pledged his support for the newly crowned Amanyanabo of Opobo Kingdom, King Charles Douglas MacPepple Jaja, Jeki VI, and expressed confidence that his reign will bring peace, unity and development to the kingdom. Jonathan made the remarks on Saturday in a goodwill message delivered at the coronation ceremony of the […]
Opobo Crowns Jeki VI as New King, Pledges Development and Global Relevance
King Charles Douglas MacPepple Jaja has been formally crowned the sixth Amanyanabo of Opobo Kingdom, taking over one of the Niger Delta’s most historic traditional stools with a pledge to protect the rights of his people and lead the kingdom toward development and greater global relevance. The colourful coronation ceremony, held on Saturday at King […]
Rivers Residents Face Fresh Pressure Over Fuel Prices as it Hovers Around ₦1,400 Per Litre
Residents and motorists in Port Harcourt and other parts of Rivers State are still grappling with high petrol prices as the product sells for about ₦1,400 per liter at some filling stations in the state. Checks conducted recently in Port Harcourt showed that petrol was sold at ₦1,400 per liter at Eternal and Whiz filling […]
Ikwerre Chair Promises Quarters for Omuanwa Health Workers
The Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Council, Hon. Charles Wobodo, has announced plans to provide residential accommodation for health workers at the Omuanwa Primary Health Centre. Wobodo disclosed this during an inspection of the facility, as part of efforts by his administration to improve primary healthcare services and infrastructure across the local government area. In […]
Rivers, Norway Seek Stronger Investment Ties
Rivers State is seeking stronger trade and investment ties with Norway, with a focus on oil and gas, healthcare, education, and other areas of mutual interest. Governor Siminalayi Fubara made the call on Thursday during a meeting with the Norwegian Ambassador to Nigeria, Svein Bæra, at Government House, Port Harcourt. The governor, represented by his […]
Renaissance Africa Energy Launches Oil Spill Prevention Initiative in Rivers State
Efforts to prevent oil spills and strengthen environmental protection in Rivers State have received a boost following the launch of a new oil spill prevention initiative by Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited in collaboration with key stakeholders. The initiative is designed to deepen awareness, strengthen stakeholder participation, and promote practical measures aimed at reducing oil […]
Fubara Approves 50% Increase in Judiciary Overhead
Rivers State Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara has approved a 50 percent increase in overhead funding for the state Judiciary and its institutions to improve operations and welfare. The Governor announced this on Thursday at a special court session marking the opening of the 2026/2027 Legal Year at the High Court Complex in Port Harcourt. Represented […]