Experts in Rivers Tackle Climate Change Impact on Agriculture
Agriculture and environmental professionals concluded a four-day training organized by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) with a renewed commitment to addressing the challenges climate change poses to agriculture. The training, held under the ‘SUSTAIN International’ initiative in Port Harcourt, focused on equipping participants with strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change on […]
People of Port Harcourt Urge Government Action Over Rising Costs as Christmas Approaches
As Christmas draws near, the people of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, find themselves experiencing a mix of excitement and anxiety. While the festive season traditionally brings joy and celebration, many residents are also filled with concern due to the skyrocketing prices of essential goods, from food to beverages, and other everyday items. From the voices […]
Rivers NYSC Food Security Initiative Excites Gov Fubara
Overwhelmed by the National Youth Service Corps, new policy direction on food security, the Rivers State governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has highly commended NYSC in the State. The governor gave the commendation on Friday, at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp, Nonwa-Gbam Tai, when he presided over the swearing in ceremony of 2024 Batch C Stream […]
16 Days of Activism: Rivers NHRC Intensifies Effort In Fight Against GBV
The Rivers State chapter of the National Human Rights Commission NHRC, has called for an intensified effort in the fight against sexual and all forms of violence against women and girls. As the world commemorates this year’s 16 days of activism on Gender-Based Violence GBV, the NHRC State Coordinator, Mrs. Chinwe Okoroji, explained that […]
Head Of Service Assures Visitors Of Hospitality As Rivers State Hosts 43rd Public Service Games
The Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee LOC, Dr George Nwaeke, has assured athletes, officers and visitors attending the 43rd Public Service Games in Rivers State of a hospitable stay. Nwaeke, who is also the Head of Service, Rivers State Civil Service, gave this assurance in an interview with newsmen on Tuesday, where he expressed […]
Atiku Hails Rivers Governor Fubara as a Modern-Day Moses
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has lauded Rivers State Governor Similayi Fubara, describing him as a “restorer of the glory” of the oil-rich state and likening him to Moses in the Bible. Atiku’s remarks were delivered through his aide, Hon. Dimeji Fabiyi, at an event held in Port Harcourt on Monday. The occasion was organized […]
NDDC To Boost Food Security In Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Edo States
The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, has assured farmers in Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Edo States that the Commission will work with them to boost food security in the Niger Delta region. Ogbuku stated this while performing the inaugural harvest of its Rice and Cassava Farmers Empowerment Programme […]
PANDEF Commends Tinubu Administration for Upholding Rivers State Allocation
The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for facilitating the release of Rivers State’s statutory allocation, describing the move as a testament to his dedication to equity and national cohesion. Speaking at the Uyo Airport on Saturday, PANDEF’s newly elected National Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Igali, expressed satisfaction with the decision, […]
Rivers Igbo Stakeholders Push for Leadership in Ohanaeze Ndigbo
The Igbo people of Rivers State, under the umbrella of Ogbakor Ndi-Igbo Na Rivers, have expressed their determination to lead the renowned Igbo apex organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. Rivers Igbo stakeholders have reportedly begun nationwide consultations with prominent Igbo leaders to gain support for producing the next President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. Despite being a statutory […]
Tanker Seized in Rivers State by Tantita Was Not Carrying Crude Oil, Laboratory Test Confirms
A recent incident involving a tanker seized by security operatives from Tantita has been clarified through laboratory analysis. The seized vessel, which was alleged to be carrying crude oil, was instead found to be transporting High Pour Fuel Oil (HPFO), as revealed by tests conducted by Trust Inspection Services Limited. The tanker, identified by its […]
Court to Decide Fate of Defected Rivers Lawmakers on January 21, 2025
A Federal High Court in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has set January 21, 2025, as the date to rule on the fate of 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly who allegedly defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The Labour Party (LP), in a case filed […]
NIQS Calls for Inclusion in Construction Projects Ahead of Rivers State Conference
The Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) has raised concerns about the exclusion of its members from major construction projects, citing it as a significant factor contributing to building collapses and substandard road construction in the country. Speaking at a news conference in Abuja on Tuesday, NIQS President Kene Nzekwe addressed the upcoming 2024 Annual […]