Politics

ZONING WILL NOT BENEFIT RIVERS STATE — IKWERRE LG CHAIRMAN

The Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Area, Charles Wobodo, has kicked against the zoning of political offices in Rivers State, describing it as a system that does not promote competence or development. He stated this while addressing journalists after the APC governorship primary in Ikwerre. Wobodo argued that what Rivers State needs is leadership based

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Politics

APC DECLARES UNITY AFTER RIVERS GOVERNORSHIP PRIMARY

The Rivers State chapter of the APC has declared that the outcome of its governorship primary election has further strengthened unity within the party. Speaking shortly after the announcement of results, the party’s spokesperson, Chibuike Ikenga, said the emergence of Kingsley Chinda as the flag bearer shows that the party is united and committed to

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Politics

APC PICKS KINGSLEY CHINDA AS RIVERS GOVERNORSHIP CANDIDATEThe

All Progressives Congress (APC) has formally announced a serving member of the House of Representatives, Kingsley Chinda, as its governorship candidate for Rivers State ahead of the 2027 general elections. The declaration was made by the party’s governorship primary election committee chairman and returning officer, Bitrus Kwamoti, during the announcement of results in Port Harcourt

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Sports

Chelsea Set to File Legal Complaint Over Manchester City’s Move for Enzo Maresca

Chelsea are preparing to launch a legal complaint against Manchester City over their reported interest in former manager Enzo Maresca, in a developing dispute that could escalate into an official Premier League investigation. The controversy centres around claims that Manchester City have moved to appoint Maresca as their next manager following Pep Guardiola’s expected departure,

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Sports

Manchester City Held to 1-1 Draw by Bournemouth in Tight Premier League Encounter

Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by AFC Bournemouth in a closely contested Premier League fixture that had significant implications at the top end of the table. The champions failed to secure all three points as Bournemouth delivered a disciplined and resilient performance to frustrate Pep Guardiola’s side. Manchester City opened the scoring

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Sports

Arsenal Win Premier League Title After 22-Year Wait

Arsenal have been crowned champions of the English Premier League, ending a 22-year wait for the top-flight crown in dramatic fashion. The Gunners sealed the title after Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by AFC Bournemouth, a result that mathematically confirmed Arsenal’s position at the summit of the table. The victory marks one

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Sports

Southampton Expelled From Championship Play-Offs Amid Spygate Scandal

Southampton FC have been expelled from the Championship play-offs following disciplinary action linked to the club’s alleged involvement in the ‘Spygate’ controversy. The decision, announced by league authorities, removes Southampton from contention for promotion despite their qualification for the play-offs after a strong season campaign. As a result of the ruling, Middlesbrough FC have been

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Technology Features Politics

Nigeria’s New Tax Identity System and the Growing Debate Around Financial Oversight

By Paul Chimodo For decades, taxation in Nigeria has remained a complicated process for many citizens and businesses. Multiple identification numbers, inconsistent records, and bureaucratic bottlenecks have often made compliance stressful and confusing. Now, the Federal Government is introducing a unified Tax Identification system that could significantly transform how Nigerians are documented within the country’s

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Community General

Woman Seeks Justice After Learner Driver Kills Three Children in Port Harcourt

A woman identified as Amarachi Promise Esomonu is seeking justice five days after a learner driver allegedly killed her three children in Port Harcourt. The incident occurred in the Ogbunabali area when a man was reportedly teaching his girlfriend how to drive. The learner driver allegedly lost control and rammed into the woman’s residence, killing

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Politics

Group Warns Against Disrupting Riverine Power Rotation in Rivers

A non-governmental organisation advocating fairness and inclusion, the Rivers Equity Group Foundation, has warned against attempts to shorten the riverine region’s tenure in Rivers State’s power rotation arrangement. In a statement, the group’s leader, Elder Clapton Ogolo, said any move to deny the riverine axis a full term could deepen divisions and threaten political stability

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