NDLEA Arrests Woman with 2.5kg of Cocaine in PH Airport
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has thwarted a desperate attempt by a woman, Ihensekhien Miracle Obehi, to smuggle 2.5 kilograms of cocaine out of the country through the Port Harcourt International Airport, Rivers State. This was disclosed in a statement shared by the Director of Media & Advocacy, Femi Babafemi on Sunday. Babafemi […]
NSCDC’s Special Squad Intercepts 10,750 Litres of Suspected Stolen Crude Oil in Rivers
In a significant breakthrough in the fight against oil theft and economic sabotage, operatives of the Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad (CG’s SIS) have intercepted 10,750 litres of suspected stolen crude oil in Rivers State. Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) report on Saturday disclosed that the operation was carried out on 8 May, […]
Pro-Democracy Group Demands Justice for UNIPORT Student
A pro-democracy group, Take-It-Back Movement, is demanding justice for Godwin Akpakpan, a 300-level student of the University of Port Harcourt, allegedly killed by operatives of the Anti-Cult Unit of the Rivers State Police Command. “This case is another grim reminder of the unchecked power and impunity within our law enforcement agencies. We demand an independent […]
A Tale of Two Protests: Port Harcourt Youths’ Silence on Political Crisis Sparks Debate
On May 6, 2025, the streets of Port Harcourt witnessed a large-scale protest as youths gathered along Aba Road to demand the release of social media activist Martin Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan. The activist’s recent arrest on charges of cyberbullying and defamation sparked outrage among young Nigerians, leading to spontaneous demonstrations across the city. […]
Ag. Director of Audit Warns NYSC Members in Rivers Against Cutting Corners
The Acting Director, Internal Audit of the National Youth Service Corps NYSC National Directorate Headquarters, Abuja, Dr. Levi Okechukwu Agim, has enjoined corps members posted to Rivers State to avoid cutting corners. Agim charged them to participate actively in the four cardinal programmes of the scheme, noting that they must be seen to be persons […]
National Assembly Opposes Rivers Emergency Rule Lawsuit by PDP Governors, Seeks N1bn
The National Assembly has filed a preliminary objection at the Supreme Court, urging it to dismiss a lawsuit brought by 11 People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governors. The governors of Adamawa, Enugu, Osun, Oyo, Bauchi, Akwa Ibom, Plateau, Delta, Taraba, Zamfara, and Bayelsa states had earlier filed a case SC/CV/329/2025, questioning the legality of President Bola […]
Rivers Crisis: Upholding Democracy Amidst Political Turmoil and Emergency Rule
Since December 2023, the rift between suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike has taken a drastic turn, resulting in the suspension of Fubara, his deputy, and lawmakers. Ever since the two became politically estranged, Rivers State has witnessed significant tensions, ranging from the burning of the Rivers State House of […]
Suspended Rivers Health Commissioner Denies Involvement in Disruption of First Lady’s Programme
The suspended Rivers State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Adaeze Oreh, has denied allegations linking her to the disruption of an empowerment program organized by the office of the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, in Port Harcourt on Friday, May 2, 2025. Reports had surfaced claiming that Dr. Oreh was involved in a protest staged by […]
Ibas Has Not Paid Gratuities and Death Benefits, Retirees Insist
As retirees of the Rivers State Civil Service starts receiving their monthly pensions, the body of retirees in the state has insisted that the state Sole Administrator, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas has not released funds for the payment of gratuities and death benefits. The retirees gave the clarification following comment made by the media […]
Andoni’s Sole Administrator Pledges to Address Challenges in LGA
The Sole Administrator of the Andoni Local Government Area (LGA), Surveyor Atajit Francis, has pledged to address critical challenges faced in the LGA. Francis said this during a meeting with the Andoni Area Traditional Rulers Council in Port Harcourt, requesting the collaboration of the traditional rulers in maintaining peace and development in Andoni LGA. The […]
Vice Admiral Retrieves Vehicles from Suspended Deputy Governor
The Rivers State government has clarified that retrieving official vehicles from suspended Deputy Governor Ngozi Odu’s residence is a lawful administrative action aimed at securing government property. Three vehicles, including two Toyota Hilux vans and one Hiace bus, were recovered from Odu’s official residence. The retrieval followed a routine directive to secure government assets.The administration […]
On May Day, Fubara Urges Continuous Protection Of Workers’ Rights
In commemoration of Workers’ Day, marked annually on May 1, the suspended governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has encouraged the people of the state to stay hopeful and united, assuring them that the forces of justice, peace, and progress will prevail in the end. Fubara gave this assurance on Thursday, May 1, 2025, […]