General

Over 250 Niger Delta SMEs Receive Training on Packaging, Branding, Export Standards

More than 250 small and medium-sized enterprises and producers in the Niger Delta have received training on proper packaging, branding and regulatory compliance to boost the export potential of Nigerian products. The two-day workshop was organised by the Institute of Export Operations and Management, IEOM, in partnership with stakeholders across the agricultural value chain. The

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General Judiciary

NBA Vows to Pursue Justice Over Alleged Killing of 22-Year-Old UNIPORT Graduate

The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has vowed to pursue all legal means to ensure justice is served over the alleged killing of 22-year-old Anthony Obodo, who was reportedly shot and killed by a police officer at Agip Junction, along Ada George Road in Port Harcourt. The NBA gave the assurance when its leadership paid a

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Politics

Wike Has Capacity to Reposition Rivers State — King Eke

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, has been described as having the political capacity and vision required to reposition Rivers State and restore its status as the Treasure Base of the Nation. The assertion was made by the Eze Oha Evo III of Evo Kingdom, His Majesty King Professor Leslie N.

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Judiciary Politics

Court Fixes September 3 for Bail Application, Trial of Ogoni Leader Gani Topba

A Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has adjourned till September 3, 2026, to hear the bail application and commence possible trial of the Leader and Spokesman of the Conscience of Ogoni People, Chief Gani Topba. Topba is facing a four-count charge bordering on terrorism, alleged seizure and detention of oil wells in Ogoniland,

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Education General

Protesters Block AGIP Junction in Port Harcourt, Demand Justice for UNIPORT Student

Motorists and commuters have been stranded along Ada George Road in Port Harcourt after protesters blocked the AGIP Junction, demanding justice over the alleged killing of a University of Port Harcourt undergraduate, Anthony Obodo. The protest follows the death of the 100-level student on Thursday, August 27, in an incident involving police officers. The protesters

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Politics Religion

Niger CAN Calls for Increased Security at Places of Worship

The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Niger State chapter, has called for increased security presence at places of worship, particularly during Friday Jumu’at prayers and Sunday services. The call follows the mass abduction of worshippers and residents from several communities in Borgu Local Government Area of the state. Chairman of CAN in Niger State and

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Sports

Sadiq Scores as Valencia Suffer 3-1 Defeat to Deportivo

Super Eagles striker Umar Sadiq was on target for Valencia, but his effort was not enough as the Spanish side suffered a 3-1 defeat to Deportivo La Coruña in their La Liga encounter. Sadiq scored Valencia’s only goal after Deportivo had established a two-goal advantage. Deportivo had taken control of the match early and extended

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Sports

Brighton Intensify Pursuit of Femi Azeez

Premier League club Brighton and Hove Albion have intensified their efforts to sign Nigerian winger Femi Azeez from Millwall before the close of the summer transfer window. The 25-year-old has attracted strong interest following an impressive 2025/26 Championship campaign, in which he scored 11 goals and provided seven assists for Millwall. Brighton have reportedly had

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Sports

Done Deal: Super Falcons Defender Rofiat Imuran Joins Aston Villa

Super Falcons defender Rofiat Imuran has completed a permanent transfer from London City Lionesses to Aston Villa Women ahead of the 2026/27 Women’s Super League season. The 22-year-old left-back becomes Aston Villa’s ninth signing of the summer transfer window as the club strengthens its squad for the new campaign. Imuran began her professional career with

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Sports

Arokodare Scores Again as Ajax Thrash Telstar 4-0

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare continued his impressive scoring run as Ajax secured a convincing 4-0 away victory over Telstar in the Dutch Eredivisie. Arokodare scored Ajax’s third goal in the 60th minute, marking his first league goal since joining the Dutch giants on loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers. The goal means the Nigerian has now

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