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Former Rivers SSG Tammy Danagogo Denies Alleged Assassination Plot

Former Secretary to the Rivers State Government, Tammy Danagogo, has denied allegations of involvement in a purported assassination plot alongside Pastor Tombari Joseph Gbeneol and others. In a reaction to reports circulating online, Danagogo described the claims as baseless, false, and fabricated. The former Minister for Sports, through his Special Assistant on Media and Publicity,

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Sports

Mali Coach Says No Favourite Ahead of AFCON Round of 16

Mali coach Tom Saintfiet has said there is no clear favourite between Mali and Tunisia ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16 match. Saintfiet noted that both teams are evenly matched and warned that the game will be highly competitive. He added that Mali is fully prepared and focused on securing a

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Sports

Super Eagles Coach Addresses Osimhen-Lookman Incident

Super Eagles Coach Addresses Osimhen-Lookman IncidentFollowing Nigeria’s 4‑0 AFCON victory over Mozambique, Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle addressed the on-field clash between Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. Chelle described the incident as an internal matter that will be handled privately within the team. He reassured fans that the squad remains united and focused on upcoming

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Sports

FIFA to Launch New Global Football Awards in Dubai

FIFA has announced plans to host a new annual global football awards event in partnership with the Dubai Sports Council. The awards will celebrate outstanding achievements in football worldwide, recognizing players, coaches, and teams across all levels. The inaugural event will be held in Dubai later this year and aims to become one of the

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Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation of 21 Nominees for Petroleum Regulatory Boards

President Bola Tinubu has written to the Senate, seeking confirmation of 21 nominees for the boards of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. In one of the letters, the President nominated Senator Magnus Abe as board chairman of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission. Abe,

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Egypt Edge Benin After Extra Time to Advance

Egypt progressed to the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Benin in a tense Round of 16 clash that went into extra time. The North Africans were forced to dig deep after both sides were level at the end of regulation time. Egypt eventually found the breakthrough in extra time, sealing their

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Community General

Boat Operators Raise Alarm Over Alleged Multiple Extortion on Bonny Waterways

Boat owners and drivers operating along the Bonny waterways have raised concerns over alleged persistent multiple extortion by security agencies and some community actors on the route. Some of the operators, who spoke with our correspondent, Precious Ahiakwo, said that despite the presence of security agencies such as the Police and the Navy to ensure

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Education General

Students, Parents Urge Rivers Government to Improve School Facilities, Support Tuition

As public and private schools resume across Rivers State, students have appealed to the state government to make classrooms more conducive for learning. Some students who spoke with our reporter, Favour Zimoni, said learning was difficult during the last term due to poor facilities, including inadequate desks and chairs. They called for urgent intervention by

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Nigeria Crushes Mozambique 4–0 to Reach AFCON Quarterfinals

Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Mozambique 4–0 in their Round of 16 match at the Africa Cup of Nations on Monday, 5 January 2026. Goals from Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen (2), and Akor Adams secured a convincing win, sending Nigeria into the quarterfinals. The Eagles dominated the match from start to finish, controlling possession and creating

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Ijaw Youths Back Fubara Ahead of 2027 Elections

The Ijaw Youth Council has declared its support for Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The group said Fubara has demonstrated commitment to good governance and inclusive leadership since assuming office. It warned political actors against actions capable of destabilising Rivers State, urging all stakeholders to allow the governor focus

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