Eze Woji Marks 10th Coronation Anniversary with Thanksgiving Service, Reaffirms Commitment To More Impactful Projects
In a heartfelt show of gratitude to God for a decade of peace, unity, and progress, the Paramount Ruler of Woji Community, His Royal Highness Dr. Emeka G. Ihunwo (Eze Woji), has hosted a thanksgiving service at St. Nicholas Anglican Church in Woji, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State. The event marked the 10th […]
Planned Staff and Pensioneers Verification Exercise Not Necessary
A former National Vice President of the Radio Television Theatre and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria-Rattawu in the South South zone, Rt. Comrade Christian Saro Ganale says the proposed Staff / Pensioners verification Exercise by the Sole Administrator of Rivers State is another round of wasting the funds of Rivers State Government and inflicting hard […]
Gunmen Kill Vice Chairman of Obelle Council of Chiefs in Rivers State
Gunmen suspected to be members of the Iceland cult group have killed Chief Ferdinand Dabiri, the Vice Chairman of the Obelle Council of Chiefs in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State. The incident occurred on the evening of Saturday, July 19, 2025, during a meeting of community chiefs at Omuwoka village in Obelle. Eyewitnesses […]
Women Group Call For Urgent Restoration of Democratic Structures in Rivers State
Rivers Women Unite for SIM, RWUS, has renewed its call for peace and stability in the State.In a statement by the Media Officer of the group, Comrade Glory Sunday after its weekly program, RWUS called on President Bola Tinubu to facilitate the immediate reinstatement of Gov Fubara and complete restoration of democratic institutions in the […]
Truck Plunges into Eleme River, Others Blame Faulty Bridge
A truck conveying twelve feet container on Friday skidded off a bridge and fell into Aleto river, along the East-West Road, in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State. The incident which occurred at about 3pm, did not record any casualty as the driver of the truck came out unhurt, according to eyewitness account. A […]
Rivers Police Command Synergies with Communities for Improved Operations
In a bid to improve the relationship between the Nigeria Police Force and its public, the Sani Abacha Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) organized a one-day town hall meeting to galvanize support and resources for the security of lives and properties.Speaking at the event, the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, CP Olubenga Adepoju, who was […]
NUJ Rivers State Council Concludes Revalidation Exercise
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Rivers State Council has successfully concluded a one-week revalidation exercise for its members. Over 200 practicing journalists participated in the exercise, which aimed to eliminate quackery and compile a membership compendium. The exercise, initially scheduled from July 7 to 11, 2025, was extended by two days (July 14 and […]
100 Households in Kaani Community to Benefit from Solar Power Project Backed by UNDP-GEF
One hundred households in the Kaani community, Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, are set to receive sustainable electricity through a solar energy project initiated by the Lekeh Development Foundation with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme. The project, titled “Accelerating Clean Energy Transition for […]
LG Election: Rivers PDP Debunks Claim of Sale of Forms
The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Rivers State, has in strong terms debunked the claims that the party has commenced the sale of forms for chairmanship and councillorship elections across the 23 local government areas of the state. The party described the publication making the rounds on social media as baseless and untrue. In a statement […]
Rivers State Ministry of Health Holds 4-Day Capacity Building Workshop to Improve 2026 Health Plans
The Rivers State Ministry of Health, with support from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, has organized a 4-day capacity building workshop aimed at developing realistic and effective operational health plans for 2026 that will shape the state’s health budget and improve public health outcomes. Themed “Realistic and Effective 2026 Annual Operational Plan […]
Relief International Africa Demands Urgent Action Against VIO Harassment in Rivers
Relief International Africa has called on the Rivers State Government, the Ministry of Transportation, and the Nigeria Police Force to urgently investigate and curb the alleged unlawful activities of Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO) operating in Rivers State. Reacting on the issue, the organization Executive Director, Green Isaac, raised alarm over what it described as the […]
Foreign Influence: A Threat to Nigeria’s Sovereignty
Nigeria stands at a crossroads. As a nation rich in resources, culture, and potential, it has long been a target for external influence. Recent revelations about foreign organizations, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and NGOs allegedly linked to MI6 and the CIA, drafting Nigeria’s security, health, food, and tax laws, demand urgent attention. […]