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 […]
APC Chieftain Eze Denies Claims of Rotimi Amaechi’s Regret Over Party Affiliation
In a recent statement from Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, a prominent figure within Nigeria’s All Progressives Congress (APC), has debunked circulating rumors suggesting that Chibuike Amaechi, former Minister of Transportation, regrets his association with the APC and might consider rejoining the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Eze dismissed these reports, labeling them as “baseless” fabrications spread by […]
Rivers: Suspected Diesel Thief Dies In Tank
A tragic incident occurred at a telecommunications facility in Rumaholu community, Obio/Akpor local government, Rivers State, where the body of a security guard named Uche was found inside a diesel tank. It’s alleged that Uche fell into the tank while attempting to steal diesel on Saturday night, and his lifeless body was discovered on Monday […]
No PDP Congress in Rivers, Wike Hosted Private Gathering – Ugochinyere
Hon. Ikenga Ugochinyere, a House of Representatives member representing the Ideato North South Federal Constituency, has criticized the recent activities in Rivers State, asserting that no legitimate Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Congress took place. Ugochinyere accused the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, of holding a private gathering under the guise of a party congress. The lawmaker’s […]