Vessels of God, Rivers NUJ Extols Female Journalists
On the occasion of the 2026 international Mothers’ Day Celebration, the Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ, Rivers State Council, eulogised female journalists, describing them as vessels of God’s Grace. In a statement on Sunday, March 15, 2026, by the NUJ Chairman, Mr Paul Bazia-Nsaneh and Secretary, Ijeoma Tubosia, the union commended mothers, especially female journalists, […]
RATTAWU National Vice President Emeritus Calls For Employment in Rivers State
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has been urged to immedißately initiate the process to recruit staff into the State owned Media and cultural outfits. Making this call via a statement on Sunday 15 March 2026, The immediate past National Vice President of the Radio Television Theatre and Arts Workers union RATTAWU, South South zone, Rt […]
Fubara Celebrates Mothers For Nurturing Future Leaders
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has joined the Nigerian in celebrating Mothering Sunday. The 51-year-old congratulated all mothers in the state in a statement made available to newsmen by Onwuka Nzeshi, his Chief Press Secretary on Sunday. In the statement filled with amusement, the governor honoured women as they demonstrated their strength, resilience, and […]
Rivers NYSC Boss Honoured For Youth Development, Anti-Drug Advocacy
In recognition of his dedication to youth development and anti-drug campaigns, the Grow Africa Youth Initiative has conferred the ‘Kwame Nkrumah Prize’ on the Rivers State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps NYSC, Mr Moses Oleghe. The youth body which is spread across Africa bestowed the award for leadership excellence on Oleghe who they […]
Community Leaders Urged to Act as Manhole Theft Puts Residents at Risk
Residents of Eneka Community in the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, have raised concern over the vandalization and theft of manhole covers in the area. They called on the local government chairman, Dr. Gift Worlu, community leaders and vigilante to put up measures that would aid the apprehension of the perpetrators, expressing worry […]
NDDC, Nigerian Air Force Collaborates to Secure Niger Delta
The Nigerian Air Force and the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) have agreed to deepen collaboration to ensure that security is enhanced and socio-economic development is accelerated in the Niger Delta region. Speaking during a courtesy visit to NDDC headquarters in Port Harcourt, the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Kelvin Aneke said as […]
Rivers Senator Joins APC
The Senator representing Rivers West Senatorial District, Ipalibo Banigo, has joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). Announcing her defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Banigo said she decided to align politically with Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. She explained that the move was intended to support Fubara’s efforts to advance development in the state […]
Four Suspected Kidnappers Arrested as Police Recover Firearms in Rivers
The Rivers State Police Command has arrested four suspected kidnappers and recovered firearms during an operation targeting kidnapping and other violent crimes in the state. Police spokesperson Grace Iringe-Koko said the suspects were arrested following investigations into the abduction of Miss Favour Chika in Igwuruta community. The suspects were identified as Usman Dan-Mama, 20, from […]
Petrol Price Hike Pushes Pump Cost Above N1,000 Nationwide
Many Nigerians are facing higher fuel costs following a fresh increase in the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by the Dangote Petroleum Refinery to N995 per litre. The adjustment has led to a rise in pump prices across several parts of the country, with some filling stations now selling petrol above N1,000 per […]
PSC, Police to Begin Screening for 50,000 Constable Applicants in Rivers March 9
The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has announced the commencement of physical and credential screening for applicants in the ongoing recruitment of 50,000 police constables. According to a statement issued by the Rivers State Police Command, and signed by the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, Grace […]
Abua/Odual Chairman Orders Immediate Work on Ayama-Okana Road
In a bid to provide infrastructure and boost economic development in Abua/Odual Local Government Area, the Executive Chairman of the council Engr. Owolobi Michael Ofori has directed the immediate resumption of work on the long-awaited Ayama-Okana Road to deliver a lasting solution to residents’ mobility challenges. The chairman made the announcement during a courtesy visit […]
Response Team Condemns Alleged Brutalisation of Mother, Daughter, Demands Prosecution
The Rivers State Response Team on Violence Against Women & Children has condemned the alleged brutalisation of Miss Winnie Uchechi and her mother, Mrs Faith Chimela Miller, reportedly involving the Chairman of Ahoada West Local Government Area, Hon. Eugene Cheta Epelle, and his younger brother, Monday Epelle. The incident was said to have occurred on […]