Peterside Frowns Over Plans to Resume Oil Exploration in Ogoni
The former Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (DG-NIMASA), Dakuku Peterside, has frowned upon the idea of resuming oil exploration in Ogoni, Rivers State. This assertion follows a closed-door meeting held two weeks ago between President Bola Tinubu, Minister Wike, Governor Siminalayi Fubara, and Ogoni leaders regarding the resumption of oil […]
Fubara @50: Rivers State’s Guiding Light
Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s 50th birthday marks a significant milestone, not only in his personal life but also in his service to the people of Rivers State. This occasion provides an opportunity to reflect on his leadership, his administration’s initiatives, and the hopes he inspires for the future of the state. Since assuming office, Governor Fubara […]
Nigerians To Pay More For Phone Calls Following Tariff Hike
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has sanctioned a significant 50% surge in call tariffs, effective immediately. This drastic increase is projected to escalate the average cost of calls to a staggering N16.5 per minute. According to the NCC’s 2023 national telephone traffic data, this tariff hike is anticipated to yield a whopping N6.74 trillion in […]
Rivers Angels Unveil New Players
Rivers Angels, seven-time champions of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL), have just unveiled their new lineup for the 2024/2025 season, featuring 14 fresh faces. This strategic move is aimed at reclaiming the title they last won in 2021. The team’s new signings include two goalkeepers, two defenders, four midfielders, and six attackers, bolstering their […]
Nigerian Army Enhances Troop Welfare with Renovation Projects at Elele Barracks
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 6 Division, Nigerian Army, Major-General Jamal Abdussalam, has reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to the welfare of its personnel. He urged commanders at all levels to prioritize the well-being of their soldiers and their families. This declaration was made during the commissioning of various projects at the 343 Artillery […]
Troops Crack Down on Oil Theft in Rivers State, Arrest Eight Suspects
The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with other security agencies, has made significant strides in curbing oil theft in Rivers State and surrounding areas. Between December 23 and 29, 2024, the joint forces arrested eight suspected oil thieves, dismantled multiple illegal refining sites and recovered over 90,000 liters of stolen petroleum products. […]
Rivers: Helicopter Crash Lacked Flight Data Recorder, NSIB Reports
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has revealed that the Sikorsky helicopter, registered as 5N-BQG and operated by Eastwind Aviation, which crashed on October 24, 2024, lacked a Flight Data Recorder (FDR). The helicopter, carrying eight individuals, plunged into the Atlantic Ocean near Bonny Finima at approximately 11:22 a.m. In a press briefing held on […]
NDDC Promises Completion of Major Projects in Rivers State
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is making significant progress on key infrastructure projects aimed at improving connectivity and economic activity in the region. The Managing Director of the NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has reassured stakeholders of the commission’s commitment to completing the 2-kilometer double-lane Kaa-Ataba road with two bridges in Rivers State’s Khana and […]
Wikematics And Loyalists Set To Shut Down Rivers For Wike’s Birthday
A grand celebration is being organized by loyalists, associates, and friends of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Nyesom Wike, to commemorate his birthday in Rivers State, particularly in Port Harcourt, the capital. Political allies and loyalists of Wike, from both within and outside the country, are expected to converge in Rivers […]
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 […]