Terror in Rivers as Cult Clashes Turn Communities into War Zones
Cult-related violence, particularly in Rivers State, has deep-rooted social neglect, unemployment, political manipulation, and drug abuse. In Rivers State, rival cult factions like the Icelanders have frequently clashed over territorial control, often linked to oil bunkering, extortion, and local politics. Speaking with our correspondent in Port Harcourt on the menace of cultism, and the need […]
Administrator Urge For Unity Amongst Stakeholders Opobo
The Administrator of Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area, Warisenibo Frederick Apiafi, has urged the people of the area to be more united towards making the Local Government Area an enviable one, no matter where their political interests may lean. Warisenibo Apiafi, who made the remarks while addressing stakeholders of the area during a meeting called upon […]
Institute Urges Gender, Disability Inclusion in Rivers State Climate Action Plans
The Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (IHRHL) has called for the inclusion of vulnerable groups particularly women, girls, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) in decision-making processes relating to Nigeria’s national climate action plan at the local government level in Rivers State. The call was made during a one-day capacity-building write-shop held in Port […]
Deputy Gov. Commends Rivers Women’s Role in Promoting Peace
The Deputy Governor of Rivers State, Professor Ngozi Odu, has praised the group Rivers Women Unite for SIM for their unwavering commitment to prayer and spiritual support for the peace and progress of the state. Speaking at the group’s regular prayer and thanksgiving session held Thursday at the Ecumenical Centre in Port Harcourt, Prof. Odu […]
Police Subdues Alleged Kidnapper, Rescues 13-Year-Old Girl
A 13-year-old girl reported missing on June 5, 2025, while running an errand for her mother in the Umuebule community, Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State, has been successfully rescued from her captors. The main suspect, identified as 36-year-old Mr. Chizoba Andrew Obi, has been taken into custody, and several items have been recovered […]
Ibas: 2025 Budget Hints at Fubara’s Comeback
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Adm Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd), has shed light on the N1.48 trillion 2025 budget estimate, revealing provisions for the return of suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and other state actors. The budget retains provisions for the offices and functions of suspended political actors, anticipating their eventual return to constitutional order. […]
PILEX Centre Urges Restoration of Democracy in Rivers State, Calls for Electoral Reforms on Democracy Day
As Nigeria prepares to mark Democracy Day on June 12, the Pilex Centre for Civic Education has issued a strong call for democratic reforms across the country. With a specific demand for the reinstatement of the elected Governor and State Assembly members in Rivers State. In a statement released on Wednesday, 11 June 2025, Pilex […]
Rivers APC Warns Gov. Fubara: Reconcile or Face Impeachment
The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has cautioned suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara that sincere reconciliation efforts are necessary to prevent his impeachment. APC Caretaker Committee Chairman Tony Okocha emphasized that Fubara has yet to take meaningful steps to reconcile with the state’s duly elected lawmakers. The political deadlock in Rivers State […]
NGO Urges Proper Waste Disposal to Tackle Plastic Pollution in Rivers
A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Standup for Women Society (SWS), Rivers State Chapter, has called on members of the public to adopt responsible waste disposal practices to prevent drainage blockages and combat rising plastic pollution in the state. Speaking during an environmental sensitization campaign held at the Abali Indigenous Park in Port Harcourt on Monday. The […]
Apiafi Receives Commendations for Salvaging WASC Examination Students In Opobo Nkoro
The Administrator of Opobo Nkoro Local Government Council, Senibo Frederick Apiafi, has been commended for his proactive response in coming to the aid of schools in the area, which translated into making it possible for students in the area to write the English Language paper of the West African School Certificate (WASC) examination on that […]
Jonathan, Others Urges Tinubu to Reinstate Governor Fubara
As political tensions continue to grip Rivers State, former President Goodluck Jonathan is reportedly among a group of influential Nigerians working behind the scenes to facilitate the return of the suspended Governor, Sim Fubara. Sources close to the ongoing efforts indicate that there is a concerted push to secure Fubara’s reinstatement, potentially before June 12. […]
Eze Ekpeye Logbo III -Honours Igbu Ehuda Opening Wrestling Ceremony 2025
The ancient Ahoada Town Playground came alive on Saturday, June 7, 2025, as His Imperial Majesty, Eze Sir Amb. Kelvin Ngozi Anugwo, PhD, DSSRS ACTI, FNIM MNIMN SFALPP, Eze Ekpeye Logbo III, Akalaka XII, graced and honoured the UPKUMA ETA (Opening wrestling) ceremony of the Igbu Ehuda 2025. The traditional wrestling event, which has become […]