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Trial of Wisdom Gate School proprietor, four others suffers setback in Rivers High Court

The trial of the proprietor of Wisdom Gate School and four other management staff of the Eligbolo branch has suffered another setback at the Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt. When the matter came up for plea, prosecution counsel from the Office of the State Attorney General, Ministry of Justice, Damatamonu Opubo, applied

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Politics

INEC intensifies preparations for Rivers South-East senatorial bye-election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Rivers State says it has intensified preparations for the Rivers South-East Senatorial District bye-election scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2026. Addressing journalists during a press briefing in Port Harcourt, the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Johnson Alalibo-Sinikem, said the election is being conducted to fill the vacant senatorial seat following

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Sports

RANGERS CROWNED NPFL CHAMPIONS AFTER FINAL-DAY VICTORY OVER IKORODU CITY

Rangers International of Enugu have been crowned champions of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League season after a dramatic final-day victory secured their place at the top of the table. The Flying Antelopes edged Ikorodu City 2-1 in Lagos to seal the title, despite strong pressure from Rivers United, who also won their final match

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Sports

UNITY CUP: SUPER EAGLES CAMP SWELLS WITH 17 PLAYERS AHEAD OF ZIMBABWE CLASH

The Super Eagles’ camp has grown to 17 players as Nigeria intensifies preparations for their Unity Cup encounter against Zimbabwe. The team is currently in camp building up ahead of the international friendly tournament, with more players expected to join before the decisive fixture. Head coach Eric Chelle is using the training sessions to assess

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Sports

MAMELODI SUNDOWNS WIN CAF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TITLE AFTER 1-1 DRAW WITH AS FAR

South African side Mamelodi Sundowns have been crowned champions of Africa after securing the CAF Champions League title following a 1-1 draw with Morocco’s AS FAR in the second leg of the final in Rabat. Sundowns completed a 2-1 aggregate victory after edging the first leg 1-0 in Pretoria, sealing their second continental crown in

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Sports

MESSI SPARKS INJURY CONCERN FOR ARGENTINA AHEAD OF 2026 WORLD CUP

Argentina captain Lionel Messi has sparked fresh injury concerns just weeks before the 2026 FIFA World Cup after limping out of Inter Miami’s dramatic 6-4 win over Philadelphia Union in Major League Soccer. The 38-year-old forward, who played a key role in the match with two assists, was substituted in the 73rd minute after appearing

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Technology General

81% OF NIGERIAN BUSINESSES SAY META HAS EXPANDED THEIR CUSTOMER BASE – NEW REPORT

By Paul Chimodo A new research report has found that 81% of Nigerian businesses say Meta’s platforms have expanded their customer base, highlighting the growing role of digital tools in business growth across the country. The report shows that Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Messenger, Meta AI, and Threads are increasingly being used by small and medium-sized

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Politics

OBIO/AKPOR COUNCILLOR CONGRATULATES APC CANDIDATES AFTER PRIMARIES

The councillor representing Ward One in Obio/Akpor Legislative Council, Michael Azuonwu, has congratulated Kingsley Chinda on his emergence as the APC governorship candidate. He also congratulated Speaker Martin Amaewhule for securing the party’s ticket to contest for the House of Representatives seat for Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency. Azuonwu expressed confidence that both candidates will perform effectively

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General

SURVEYOR-GENERAL CALLS FOR GREATER POLITICAL PARTICIPATION BY PROFESSIONALS

The Surveyor-General of Rivers State, Peter Ogolo, has urged professionals in the built sector to actively participate in politics to strengthen governance and development. He lamented that many professionals are disconnected from political structures, limiting their influence in decision-making processes. Stakeholders at a memorial lecture also stressed the need for integrity, accountability and ethical leadership

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Community General

OGONI MONARCH CALLS FOR PEACE AMID RUMOURS OF DEATH

The Gbenemene of Bua Bori Kingdom, Solomon Ndigbara, has urged Ogoni people to embrace peace, unity and political tolerance following rumours surrounding his death and political position. He said no individual can determine the political direction of Ogoni land and warned against misinformation capable of causing unrest. The monarch expressed willingness to work with relevant

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