Rivers Police Break Silence on 10-Day Detention of N43m Theft Suspect
The Rivers State Police Command has clarified that the 10 days’ detention of the suspected thief who is involved in the stealing of N43 million worth of goods was lawful, based on a court order. Responding through a statement made on behalf of the Commissioner of Police (CP), Olugbenga Adepoju on Monday, by the command […]
NUAS Raises Alarm Over Brutal Killings of Youths in Andoni, Calls for Justice
The National Union of Andoni Students (NUAS) Worldwide has expressed worry about the recent surge in murders that have been committed against youths in Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers State. NUAS is calling upon government and security operatives to take urgent measures towards ensuring that peace prevails and justice is served for the victims. […]
Rivers Police Gets New PRO
Rivers State Command has announced the arrival of Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Agabe Kaborlo, as the new Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) following Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu’s, approval. In a statement issued on Friday by the outgoing spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, she noted that the communication affairs will be carried out by Kaborlo. Being […]
Rivers Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Pensioners’ Welfare
The Rivers State government’s dedication to improving the welfare of retirees across the state has been reiterated by Inyingi Brown, the Head of Service in Rivers State. Speaking at the 2026 delegates’ conference of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) in the state, she gave assurance that “even with current economic challenges, pensioners remain a […]
Rivers Improves PHC Laboratory Services Through Specialize Training
To improve the provision of healthcare services to citizens, the Rivers State Government has commenced training of laboratory scientists and technicians. The aim is to enhance diagnostic facilities in Primary Health Care Centres (PHCs) and also to improve the use of Basic Health Care Provision Fund (BHCPF). Two days schedule between 8 and 9 April […]
Man Charged With Kidnapping Re-arrested for Serial Killings
A male suspect who was earlier charged in court for kidnapping has reportedly been re-arrested by security operatives in Rivers State over his alleged role in the multiple killings after kidnapping. The suspect, identified as Kelechi Wofuru, was arrested through the efforts of security operatives, in collaboration with the SafeCity Volunteer Foundation. He was alleged […]
Police in Rivers Ensure Peace Easter Celebrations
The Rivers State Police Command has assured the public that adequate arrangements for security have been made before the celebration of the Easter holidays, saying the people should conduct themselves without fear of insecurity. The Police Commissioner made this statement in a press release issued on Saturday signed by the Force scopes person, Grace Iringe-Koko. […]
Rivers Police Hits on Suspected Kidnappers, Six Escape With Bullet Wounds
The Rivers State Police Command have disrupted a suspected kidnapping operation in Port Harcourt, nabs one suspect and recover arms after a raid on a criminal hideout. The statement shared on Tuesday, indicated that, six other gang members allegedly escaped with gunshot injuries. According to the Force Spokesperson, Grace Iringe-Koko, upon receiving a distress alert […]
I’m Yet To Endorse Any Candidate For Rivers – Wike
As the Rivers State governorship election draws nearer, former Governor and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has clarified that he has not endorsed any candidate. Speaking on Monday evening at his official residence in Life Camp, Abuja, during a joint meeting with stakeholders from both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), […]
Rivers 2027: Wike Says Governorship Slot Open To All
The former of Rivers State, Barrister Nyesom Wike says he has not endorsed anyone for the forthcoming governorship election stressing that the slot is open for all. Barrister Woke who stated this while addressing Rivers Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stakeholders in Abuja during a pre-convention reception organized for them, vowed that “what happened before would […]
Nigerian Navy Storms Illegal Crude Oil Site in Rivers, Suspects Flee
To prevent oil sabotage and protect the nation’s economic assets, the Nigerian Navy (NN) announced the storming of an illegal crude oil site located in Allison Community, Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State. On sighting the Nigerian Navy officers deployed, the suspected operators took to their heels. This development was contained in a document […]
Market Leader Defends Nkpolu DPO, Denies Extortion Allegations
Following the allegations of extortion against the Divisional Police Officer of Nkpolu Police Division, the ex-vice market chairman of Mile 3 Diobu, Port Harcourt, Mr Nelson Tasie, has refuted the claim. While speaking on the quality of work executed by the DPO Henry Ogbuefi, Tasie described the officer as a disciplined and professional officer who […]