Alleged Assault Of Ahoada Administrator: Rivers Police Interrogates Wanted CSO, Chief Of Staff, Hands Over To SCID
The Chief Security Officer of Ahoada East Local Government Area of Rivers State, Mr. Hector Ekakita, and the Chief of Staff, Mr. Aloni Olodi, who were declared wanted, have presented themselves to the State Police command. They were declared wanted by the Police on July 6, 2025, in connection with the alleged criminal conspiracy, stealing, […]
NOA Hosts Discussion on Youth Restiveness in Port Harcourt
Some youths in Rivers State have identified the engagement of young persons by the government in decision making, creation of jobs, and the legalization of artisanal oil refinery as a panacea to youth restiveness, illegal oil bunkering, and cultism in the state.The youths who made this known at a Roundtable on Pathway to National Cohesion, […]
Obio/Akpor Administrator Begins Desilting Operation to Combat Flooding
As part of measures geared towards flood control across Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, the Administrator, Dr. Ndu Walter, has flagged off desilting operations along SARS Road, a critical location known for frequent flooding and blocked drainage.The exercise, which is aimed at restoring the free flow of stormwater and preventing the accumulation of floodwater following recent […]
Rivers State Government Urges Residents to Prepare for Flood Risks
Following recent advisory from the Federal Government identifying States in the Federation as high-risk areas for potential flooding this year, Rivers State Government has warned residents, especially those in flood-prone communities, to take necessary precautions to safeguard lives and property.In a statement by the Senior Special Adviser on Media to Rivers State Government, Hector Igbikiowubo […]
PCRC, Drivers’ Association Accuse VIO of Overstepping Mandate in Rivers
The Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Rivers State Command, has raised concerns over the activities of Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO) in the state, accusing them of operating beyond their legal mandate. Chairman of the PCRC in Rivers State, Voke Emore, voiced his frustration in an interview, saying the actions of VIOs have triggered widespread complaints […]
NBA Demands Urgent Justice for Lawyer Murdered in Port Harcourt
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has issued a strong condemnation following the reported murder of one of its esteemed members, Barrister Bright Nda Owhor, in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital on July 5. The association is demanding immediate action and accountability for the tragic incident. Mazi Afam Osigwe, the President of the NBA, conveyed […]
Rivers State Among Top Borrowers as 10 States Amass N417.7 Billion Debt Despite FAAC Windfall
Rivers State has emerged as a focal point in Nigeria’s escalating sub-national debt crisis, with the state contributing significantly to the N417.7 billion borrowed by 10 states in the first half of 2024, despite a 40% surge in Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) revenues, according to data from the Debt Management Office (DMO). The borrowing […]
UNIPORT Student Sets Lover on Fire
In a heartbreaking and shocking incident that has left the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) community reeling, a 300-level female undergraduate, Cynthia Chukwundah, is alleged to have set her boyfriend, Sunny Amadi, on fire, resulting in his tragic death. This devastating event, reported on July 6, 2025, has sent shockwaves through Rivers State and beyond, […]
Army Day: 6 Division Garrison Hosts Football Tourney in Okrika
As part of efforts geared towards maintaining civil-military relationships, the 6 Division Garrison, Nigerian Army, organized a novelty football tourney at the Okrika Grammar School Field.Speaking shortly after the Final Match between Python Football Club of Port Harcourt and Okochiri All Stars Football Club, the General Officer Commanding, GOC, 6 Division Nigerian Army, Major General […]
Medical Outreach In Okoro-Nu-Odo To Mark Army Day Celebration 2025
In commemoration of the Nigerian Army Day 2025, the 29 Battalion, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has carried out a medical outreach to the doorstep of the people of Obio/Akpor Local government area as part of activities to mark the Day. The event, which was held at Community Secondary School Okoro-Nu-Odo, featured free medical services, distribution […]
The Erosion of Democratic Norms: A Cautionary Tale from Rivers State
In the heart of the Niger Delta, where the rivers weave through the land like veins of life, there is a childhood tale whispered among the children of Rivers State. It speaks of the River Spirits, benevolent yet powerful entities that protect the community, ensuring harmony and prosperity. But it also tells of the Stranger […]
Construction Progresses on Rivers State House of Assembly Amid Political Tensions
Construction of the new Rivers State House of Assembly Complex is advancing, with recent images from Port Harcourt Socials on X showcasing ongoing work, including cranes and scaffolding at the site. The project, highlighted on Friday, reflects a 2025 push for legislative modernization in the oil-rich state, though it unfolds against a backdrop of political […]