Rivers Bye-Election: INEC Says 97% Ready, Only 4 Parties Qualified — Ekelemu
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Rivers State says it has reached 97 per cent readiness for the forthcoming Rivers South-East Senatorial District bye-election scheduled for June 20, 2026. The election will be conducted across seven local government areas: Andoni, Opobo/Nkoro, Eleme, Oyigbo, Tai, Gokana and Khana. Speaking to our correspondent in Port Harcourt, […]
God Is My Political Father Not Man- Fubara
The Rivers State Governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Blessing Fubara, says his only godfather is the Almighty God and not man. Mr. Fubara who stated this when featuring on a live television programme on friday night noted that he and his brother, the Governor of Rivers State have a different perspective and […]
Rivers Court Dismisses PDP Suit Against Chukwuemeka, RSIEC
A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has dismissed a suit filed by three aggrieved members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) against the party’s factional state chairman, Aaron Chukwuemeka, the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC), the PDP, and the Rivers State Government. Also listed as defendants in the suit were the […]
Rainbow Coalition: Rivers Progress Above Politics, Says Majority Leader Major Jack
The Majority Leader of the Rivers State 10th House of Assembly, Alabo Major M. Jack has thrown his weight behind the Rainbow Coalition, declaring that the progress of Rivers State must take precedence over party affiliations, ethnicity, and personal ambitions. Major Jack made the remark after attending a high-profile luncheon hosted by the Minister of […]
“Rivers Must Stand With Tinubu” — Wike
In his remarks at the luncheon, which took place on Saturday, Nyesom Wike, who is the Minister for the Federal Capital Territory, noted that Rivers State owed President Bola Tinubu a great deal for all the appointments and development initiatives carried out during his administration. Mr Wike made the comments as part of a lunch […]
Rivers at 59: Governor Fubara reaffirms commitment to peace, unity
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reiterated his administration’s dedication to peace, unity, security, and inclusive development as the state celebrates its 59th anniversary. In a goodwill message issued on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Onwuka Nzeshi, Governor Fubara acknowledged the resilience of Rivers people despite various challenges, noting that […]
Fubara Takes Key Role in APC Days After His Pullout from Gubernatorial Contest
The governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, has been nominated by the APC to administer the party’s presidential primaries in the state following his resignation from participating in the APC’s gubernatorial primary in the state. Fubara announced his withdrawal from running in the APC gubernatorial primary only two days before this political appointment in a […]
Rivers Peace Initiative Urges Calm, Unity as Political Tensions Simmer
The Rivers Peace Initiative (RPI) has appealed to all residents of Rivers State to embrace restraint and unity in the wake of recent political developments that have triggered widespread emotions and debates across the state. In a statement issued by its Convener, Mr. Obinna Ebogidi on Friday 22 May 2026, the group acknowledged the deep […]
Rivers 2027: Hon. Kingsley Chindah poised to emerge APC Consensus candidate
The political atmosphere has become more charged in various states of Nigeria as the All Progressives Congress gets ready for its Governorship primaries today Thursday 21 May 2026. In Rivers State, major Governorship Aspirants of the party, Governor SIM Fubara, Tonye Cole and then Dr George Kelly withdrew from the race on Wednesday 20 May […]
Tonye Cole Withdraws From Rivers APC GubernatorialPrimaries
A governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Tonye Patrick Cole, has withdrawn from the party’s primary election scheduled for Thursday 22 May. Mr. Cole made his withdrawal known in a statement issued on Wednesday May 21, saying the decision was taken in the interest of unity, peace and progress within […]
Fubara Withdraws From APC Gubernatorial Race, Cites Peace, Unity As Reasons
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has withdrawn from the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primaries, citing the overriding need for peace and stability in the state. In a statement issued on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, Fubara said the decision followed deep reflection and wide consultations with his family, friends, and associates. “I have taken […]
Peaceful Exercise: APC Concludes Primary in Akuku Toru
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has successfully conducted its primary elections for the State House of Assembly, with stakeholders commending the peaceful and orderly process across participating constituencies. In Akuku-Toru Constituency, covering wards 10, 11, 12, and 13, the Leader of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Hon. Major Jack, emerged victorious […]