Rivers State Onunuboy Reveals New Political Ambition
Port Harcourt-based entertainer and traditional onunu maker, Belema Nelson Onikio, known as Onunuboy, has officially announced his intention to run for a seat in the Rivers State House of Assembly for the Okrika Constituency. Onikio, a proud son of Igbiri-Ama in Okrika Local Government Area, shared his vision for better representation and development for the […]
ADC Screens Rivers Governorship Hopeful, Steps Up 2027 Preparations
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has screened Dr Leloonu Nwibubasa as one of its candidates for the governorship position as it intensified its preparations for the 2027 elections in Rivers State. This is according to a statement released by the party on Monday night where it was stated that the screening exercise was conducted in […]
Obuah Wins APC Ward Senatorial Primary, Pledges Quality Representation
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Felix Obuah, has emerged victorious in the party’s senatorial primary for the Rivers West Senatorial District, following a massive votes in the exercise held on May 18, 2026. Obuah secured a total of 910 votes from 910 accredited voters in Ward 4 his home ward, after being […]
Rivers HoS Challenges Environmental Experts on Modern Waste Management Solutions
The Head of Service in Rivers State, Inyingi Brown, has urged environmental professionals to design practical, sustainable frameworks to address the state’s pressing waste disposal and sanitation challenges. Brown made the call during a courtesy visit by the newly elected executives of the Nigeria Environmental Society (NES), Rivers State chapter, in Port Harcourt. Congratulating the […]
APC Denies Favouring Wike Loyalists in Rivers Assembly Screening
Chibuike Ikenga, the Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, has rejected claims that aspirants linked to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, received preferential treatment during the party’s screening for House of Assembly candidates. Ikenga, who spoke in Port Harcourt recently dismissed the allegation that aspirants believed to be loyal to […]
APC debunks allegations of being bias in screening of House of Assembly Aspirants
The All Progressives Congress in Rivers State has debunked allegations that House of Assembly aspirants loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, were favoured during the party’s screening exercise, while those believed to be loyal to Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara were not cleared. Speaking with journalists at the APC […]
Wike Distances Himself From APC Screening Controversy In Rivers
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has dismissed suggestions that he had prior knowledge of any difficulties allegedly encountered by Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara during the All Progressives Congress (APC) screening exercise in the state. Speaking while inspecting ongoing infrastructure projects in Abuja on Monday, Wike stated that he had no […]
Rivers Bye-Election, 2027 Polls: INEC Confirms 1.4 Million Corps Members
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan on Monday revealed that the commission is preparing to engage about 1.4 million National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members for the 2027 general elections. Amupitan disclosed this during a visit to the NYSC national headquarters in Abuja where he led a delegation of national […]
Group Urges Fubara to Retain Deputy Ahead of 2027 Polls
A socio-political group, The Enforcers of Good Governance, has called on Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to retain his Deputy, Ngozi Nma Odu, as running mate in the anticipated 2027 governorship election. The group in an open letter addressed to the governor, expressed concern over what it described as widespread but unconfirmed reports suggesting plans […]
Fubara Assures Rivers Workers of Improved Welfare Amid Economic Challenges
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has promised workers in the state enhanced welfare to help alleviate the impact of ongoing economic difficulties. He made this promise during the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration held at the Isaac Boro Park. Represented by Deputy Governor Prof. Ngozi Odu, Fubara praised the dedication, resilience, and contributions of workers […]
Fubara Sets January Deadline for New Creek Road Market Completion
Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has assured residents that the ongoing reconstruction of the popular Creek Road Market in the old Port Harcourt Township will be completed and ready for use by January. The governor gave the assurance during an inspection of the project site, where he expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality […]
Rivers Begins Major Urban Overhaul, Targets Cleaner and Greener Port Harcourt
The Rivers State Government has unveiled a broad urban renewal and transformation plan aimed at reshaping the appearance and functionality of the state capital. The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Amairigha Edward Hart, stated that the initiative is based on a pilot scheme aimed at revitalising Port Harcourt’s aesthetic appeal while enhancing key […]