Sports

Rivers United Suffer Heavy CAF Champions League Defeat to Pyramids

Rivers United were beaten 4–1 by reigning CAF Champions League holders Pyramids FC in Uyo. Rivers took an early lead through Stephen Manyo, but Pyramids rallied in the second half with four goals to take maximum points. The result leaves the Nigerian club bottom of Group A with slim hopes of progressing to the knockout

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Sports

Silva Says Man City Had to Beat Liverpool to Stay in Title Race

Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva has said his side neededa win over Liverpool to keep their Premier League title hopes alive. City fought back in the match after falling behind, with Silva scoring before Erling Haaland’s stoppage‑time winner ensured the points. Silva explained the importance of the victory as they chase leaders Arsenal late in

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General Religion

Pope Leo XIV Condemns Violent Attacks in Nigeria, Calls for Protection of Citizens

Pope Leo XIV has condemned the recent wave of violent attacks across Nigeria, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of lives and urging authorities to take decisive action to protect citizens. The Pope’s statement follows a series of deadly incidents in several parts of the country, with Kwara State witnessing the most devastating attack. Between

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General

Senate Schedules Emergency Plenary Session for February 10

The Senate will hold an emergency plenary session on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. In a notice sent to lawmakers, the Clerk of the Senate, Emmanuel Odo, directed all senators to convene at the National Assembly complex on the instruction of Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Odo urged full attendance at the emergency sitting.

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Politics

NLC Threatens Protests, Election Boycott Over Electoral Act Amendments

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned of possible nationwide protests and election boycotts over what it described as confusion and contradictory positions by the Senate on proposed amendments to the Electoral Act. The labour union specifically raised concerns about the lack of clarity regarding the electronic transmission of election results. According to the NLC,

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Politics

Rivers Moves to Expand Youth Employment Through Bonny Engagement

The Rivers State Ministry of Employment Generation and Economic Empowerment has intensified efforts to expand job opportunities for youths across the state. As part of the initiative, the Commissioner, Dr. Chisom Kenneth Gbali, paid a visit to the Amanyanabo and Natural Ruler of Grand Bonny, His Majesty King Edward Asemini Williams Dappa Pepple III. Dr.

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Politics

PRP Completes Screening of Candidates Ahead of Rivers State Congress

The People’s Redemption Party, PRP, in Rivers State has concluded the screening of candidates for its State Executive positions ahead of the party’s State Congress scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026. Speaking with journalists after the exercise, the Chairman of the PRP Electoral Committee, Synchro Uchendu, said all positions except that of Vice Chairman were

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Environment General

Tai Youth Allege Selective Employment in HYPREP Recruitment

Some youths from Tai Local Government Area have raised concerns over alleged selective employment practices by the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project, HYPREP. The youths accused HYPREP of favouring individuals with political connections and influential godfathers in its recruitment, employment, and skills acquisition programmes. Those from Koroma, Bunu, and Norwa communities who spoke to our reporter

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Politics

ADC Faults Rivers Government’s Free Education Claim

The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has described the Rivers State Government’s claim of providing free education at primary and secondary levels as deceptive. Speaking in an interview, the ADC Chairman in Rivers State, Leader Samson, said the state last experienced genuine free education during the administration of former Governor Chibike Rotimi Amaechi. According to him,

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Community General

Residents, Traders Raise Alarm Over Insecurity, Faulty Street Lights in Port Harcourt

Residents and traders in parts of Port Harcourt have called on the government to urgently intervene as insecurity worsens along Rumuola Road, Rumuokoro, and the Mile One Market axis, blaming the situation on non-functional street lights. They warned that prolonged darkness in these busy areas at night is exposing residents to danger and crippling commercial

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