Environment General

Activist Demands Evacuation of Bille Residents Over Environmental Concerns

Human rights activist, Courage Nsirimovu, has said recent government promises to upgrade the healthcare centre in Bille community do not address the immediate crisis confronting residents of the area. Governor Siminalayi Fubara and the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, had pledged to improve the facility following environmental concerns in Bille, Degema

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Community General

Gunfire Erupts as Okrika, Eleme Communities Clash Over Land Dispute

Fresh tension has broken out between the people of Okrika and Eleme local government areas in Rivers State, with heavy gunshots reported along the troubled axis on Thursday night. The latest crisis is believed to be connected to a lingering land dispute between the two communities. As of the time of filing this report, the

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Politics

Court Ruling Gives ADC Stability Ahead of 2027 — Rivers Chairman

The Rivers State chapter of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has welcomed the judgment of the Federal High Court affirming former Senate President David Mark as the party’s authentic National Chairman. Justice Musa Liman on Thursday dismissed a suit filed by House of Representatives member Leke Abejide, holding that the executive led by Mark was

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Security Politics

FG Secures 1,721 Terrorism Convictions Since 2017

The Federal Government says it has secured 1,721 convictions for terrorism and related offences since the launch of its mass trial programme in October 2017. Director of Legal Services in the Office of the National Security Adviser, Zakari Mijinyawa, disclosed this during a joint security briefing in Abuja, describing the programme as a key part

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Sports

Klopp Set to Replace Nagelsmann as Germany Coach

Former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp is reportedly the leading candidate to replace Julian Nagelsmann as Germany coach following the team’s shock exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Reports in German media said Nagelsmann could be dismissed after Germany’s Round of 32 defeat to Paraguay, with a decision on his future expected soon. Klopp, who

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Environment Politics

FG to Probe Gas Leak in Rivers Community

The Federal Government has said it is intensifying efforts to investigate the gas seepage affecting Bille Community in Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, led a Federal Government delegation to the community, where officials promised immediate humanitarian support and a lasting solution to the environmental

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Entertainment & Lifestyle General

Burna Boy Sets New Spotify Record for African Artistes

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has reclaimed the top spot on the digital streaming charts after setting a new Spotify record for the highest monthly listeners by an African artiste. The Afrofusion star reportedly reached a peak of 46.84 million monthly listeners on the streaming platform, surpassing the previous mark and reinforcing his position as

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Politics

Tinubu Launches Training for 5,000 Meter Installers Under Presidential Metering Initiative

President Bola Tinubu has announced the launch of a training programme for 5,000 young Nigerians as meter installers and technicians under the Presidential Metering Initiative. The programme is aimed at equipping young people with technical skills needed in the power sector while also supporting the Federal Government’s efforts to close the country’s metering gap and

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Politics Foreign

Iran Urges Massive Turnout at Khamenei Funeral to ‘Avenge’ His Death

Iran has called for a massive public turnout at the funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with authorities describing the ceremonies as a show of loyalty to the Islamic Republic and a response to his killing in U.S.-Israeli strikes earlier this year. Iran’s parliament speaker and chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, urged citizens to

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Judiciary Politics

Court Adjourns Emeka Ike’s N10bn Suit Against INEC, Wike’s Aide

A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned until July 22 further proceedings in the N10 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by Nollywood actor, Emeka Ike, against the Independent National Electoral Commission and Lere Olayinka, media aide to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The case, which came up before Justice

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