Alesa Community Backs King Apollos Chu as Nchia Traditional Ruler, Calls for Development in Eleme
The people of Alesa community in Eleme Local Government Area have pledged their loyalty to the traditional ruler of Nchia, His Royal Highness, King Apollos Chu, expressing confidence in his ability to lead with fairness and restore dignity to the traditional institution. In the Newsobai report shared on Friday August 22, the Paramount Ruler of […]
FIDA Condemns Child Abuse, Calls for Prosecution of Pastor
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State Branch, has condemned the alleged dehumanisation and abuse of children by one Pastor Ifediorah Joseph in Eneka, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, under the guise of “spiritual cleansing.” In a statement on Wednesday, FIDA Rivers described the acts as child abuse, exploitation, and a […]
Rivers Police Arrest 23-Year Old Alleged Murder Suspect
The Rivers State Police Command has made a major breakthrough in its fight against violent crime with the arrest of a murder suspectzÀ linked to the brutal killing of 44-year-old Miss Confidence Konebari Sunny. This was revealed on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in a statement made available to TPCN, by the Police Public Relations Officer, […]
Rivers LG Poll : IPAC Boycott, Stakeholders’ Declare Process Flawed
The planned Saturday, August 30, 2025, Local Government elections in Rivers State has continued to trigger concerns as political experts, and other civic groups reject the process, describing it as illegal and lacking integrity. The respondents who spoke exclusively on the planned elections, cautioned that democracy is more than voting, stressing that it is an […]
Rivers Police Rescue Victims, Arrest Pastor Over Minors’ Dehumanization
The Rivers State Police Command has acted swiftly following the circulation of a disturbing video on social media, showing minors being dehumanized during a Church program. The incident reportedly took place under the supervision of Pastor Ifediorah Onyeibor Joseph, a 41-year-old cleric who has since been arrested. Preliminary investigations indicate that Ifediorah organized a three-day […]
Nutrition Over Oil: A Step in What Direction for Rivers State
In a region where oil has long dictated the rhythm of life, Vice President Kashim Shettima’s inauguration of Vice Admiral (Rtd) Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas as Chairman of the Rivers State Council on Nutrition on August 11, 2025, signals a potential shift in priorities. Rivers State, the heartbeat of Nigeria’s oil economy, is no stranger to […]
Rivers State Government pledges support for National Nutrition Initiative
Rivers State’s sole Administrator, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to a unified and coordinated approach in supporting the federal government’s Nutrition Seven-Seven-Four Initiative. Retired Vice Admiral Ibas speaking after being inaugurated along with ten other members of the Rivers State Council on Nutrition by the Senior Special Assistant on Health […]
Rivers Advocacy Group Decries Pensioners’ Verification
Rivers Solidarity for Good Governance, a local advocacy organization has voiced strong concerns about a new government initiative requiring thousands of retired workers to undergo a fresh verification process. The move, intended to update pension records, has been labeled as hazardous and ill-considered by critics who fear it could lead to chaos and health risks […]
House of Rep Committee on Health Commends UPTH on Quality Services in Rivers
The House of Representatives Committee on Health has applauded the universality of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, UPTH, on its thrive towards infrastructural growth in the hospital. This came as the committee on Health Institutions led by its chairman, Dr Patric Umoh visited the facility on Monday 11 August, 2025, for an over site tour to […]
Nigerian States Grapple with Soaring Foreign Debt Costs
In the first six months of 2025, Nigeria’s 36 states collectively shelled out a staggering 235.58 billion naira to service their external debts, marking a sharp 68.4 percent increase from the 139.92 billion naira paid during the same period in 2024. This surge, amounting to an additional 95.65 billion naira, highlights the growing financial pressure […]
RSIEC Completes Screening for August 30 Council Elections
The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has concluded the screening of candidates vying for chairmanship and councillorship positions in the upcoming council elections scheduled for August 30. The screening process was conducted at the headquarters of the RSIEC, marking a significant step towards the conduct of the elections. Commissioner Godfrey Woke, who oversees political […]
Nigeria’s FDI Collapse Signals a Wake-Up Call for Sustainable Growth
Nigeria’s economy is at a crossroads, and the recent 70 percent plunge in foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first quarter of 2025 from $421.88 million to a mere $126.29 million should sound alarm bells for policymakers and citizens alike. This sharp decline, reported by the National Bureau of Statistics, exposes a troubling reality: Nigeria […]