Two Die as Armed Men Invade Rivers Community
Two individuals are reported to have lost their lives after a deadly communal fight suspected to be caused by a dispute over land in the Rumuodogo community located in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State. In the raid that was carried out last night at the Olua Rumuodogo 2 community, more than 20 armed […]
Ogoni Medical Community Backs KAGOTE Healthcare Initiative
The Ogoni Medical Doctors have welcomed a healthcare venture launched by Khana-Gokana-Tai-Eleme (KAGOTE), saying that it is a great initiative towards the provision of quality health care and cooperation between doctors and leaders in Ogoniland. The welcome was issued after a dinner between the President of KAGOTE, Chief Lesi Maol, and medical doctors in Ogoniland […]
OPM Offers Lifeline to South Africa Returnees with Housing, Schools
Omega Power Ministries (OPM) has assisted in the accommodation of Nigerians who have returned from South Africa by offering free lodging and education services. This was done as part of a resettlement program which was carried out in Port Harcourt. Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, who is the Founder and General Overseer of OPM, welcomed the second […]
Obagi-HCDT Commissions Modern Health Centre to Boost Primary Healthcare
A modern Health Centre has been constructed by Obagi Oil Fields Host Communities Development Trust (Obagi-HCDT) in Obagi Community, located in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State. This initiative aimed at providing enhanced primary health care facilities and better access to quality healthcare services to the residents. The health center was unveiled along with […]
FIDA Takes On Widowhood Violence, Empowers Ahoada Widows
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA), Rivers State Branch, has called on women in Ahoada West Local Government Area to unite against violence, discrimination and harmful traditional practices targeting widows. The Chairperson of FIDA Rivers, Tamunoibuemi Life-George, made the call during the 2026 International Widows’ Day celebration held in Akinima, Ahoada West, where widows […]
Bille Gas Spill Poisons Underground Water, NUPRC Confirms
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has disclosed that preliminary investigations into the Bille gas spill have confirmed the contamination of the community’s underground water sources. The revelation came during a high-level visit to the affected community by top officials of the commission. Speaking on behalf of the NUPRC Chief Executive, Mr Gbenga Komolafe, […]
PCRC Reaffirms Commitment to Joint Security Efforts with NSCDC in Rivers
In a renewed commitment, a security agency in River State, the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), has resolved to cooperate with the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in order to improve security situation and combat crime in the state. This renewed resolve was made at its Rivers State Command Headquarters in Port Harcourt […]
Family Blames Faulty Boat for Death of Two Siblings in Rivers
Family members of the two siblings who perished in the boat mishap in the Ahoada East Local Government Area (LGA) of Rivers State have blamed the state of the boat as well as the lack of safety precautions for their deaths while returning home from work. The two deceased, whose names have been reported as […]
Police Arrest Suspected Armed Robber, Recover Guns in Rivers
In another anti-crime exercise recently conducted by the Rivers State Police Command, the police have seized some number of firearms and live ammunition in addition to arresting a man believed to be an armed robber, as part of efforts to curb violence in the state. During the exercise, which was executed by operatives of the […]
Rivers POCACOV Warns Drug Abuse Threatens Safety
The Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Social Vices (POCACOV) Rivers State Volunteer Club has called on the general public, especially the youth, to abstain from hard drugs and other dangerous substances because drug abuse is a grave danger to societal security. This caution is part of a press statement made available to newsmen by […]
RSU Bans Student Driving After Fatal Campus Accident
Security and Traffic Regulations at Rivers State University (RSU) have been tightened in view of the death of one of the institution’s female students due to a road accident. The police, who are investigating the matter, have arrested two students in connection with the accident which has led to the unfortunate death of a female […]
OSPAC Accused of Torturing Coach Over Missing Manhood Claim
Human rights activist, Prince Wiro, has criticized the torture and degradation of a football coach, Mr. Daso Ogan, by OSPAC vigilantes in Igwuruta in the Ikwerre local government area of Rivers State, and has called for justice to be served to the victim. Wiro, a National Coordinator of the Centre for Basic Rights Protection and […]