Health General

Medical Experts Advocate Better Skin Care Awareness

Medical experts have urged Nigerians to pay greater attention to skin health, describing it as an essential component of overall well-being. The Chief Medical Director of the Rivers State University Teaching Hospital, Professor Chizindu Alikor, made the call during activities marking World Skin Day in Port Harcourt. He stressed that the skin deserves the same

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Politics

INEC Extends Continuous Voter Registration in Rivers

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the third phase of the Continuous Voter Registration exercise in Rivers State by two weeks. The Resident Electoral Commissioner, Dr. Johnson Alalibo Sinikiem, said the exercise, initially scheduled to end on July 10, will now close on July 26, 2026. He explained that registration centres across the

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Politics

ADC Names David Okumgba as Deputy Governorship Candidate for 2027

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State has announced David Amapakaye Okumgba as its deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 governorship election. The announcement was contained in a statement signed by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Chizi Enyi. According to the statement, Okumgba is an experienced administrator and politician who previously served as South-South

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Politics

Degema Council Urges Calm After Body Found Along Community Boundary

The Degema Local Government Council has urged residents of Obuama in Harry’s Town to remain peaceful following the discovery of the lifeless body of a community member along the river boundary with Emohua Local Government Area. Chairman of the council, Michael John Williams, made the appeal during a fact-finding town hall meeting with the Obuama

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Community General

MOSOP Demands Implementation of Eleme-Okrika Boundary Judgment

The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has criticized the Rivers State Government for failing to implement a 1957 Supreme Court judgment demarcating the boundary between the Eleme and Okrika clans. MOSOP President, Andah Wai-Ogosu, raised the issue while reacting to recent cases of land grabbing in Eleme and lingering boundary disputes

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Community General

Landlords Petition Rivers Assembly Over Alleged Land Grabbing in Rumuosi

Landlords at Victory Estate in Rumuosi, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, have petitioned the Rivers State House of Assembly over alleged land grabbing, forceful invasion, and destruction of properties by a retired military officer, Colonel Ogwumerum-Eke. The House Committee on Public Petitions convened a hearing following a formal petition submitted by the affected property owners. Speaking

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Sports

Dessers Targets Strong Comeback After Injury Layoff

Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers says he is eager to return to competitive action after spending several months on the sidelines with injury. The 31-year-old sustained the injury during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, a setback that ruled him out for the remainder of the season. He has now resumed training with Greek club

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Sports

Ghana Unveils Provisional Squad for 2026 WAFCON

Ghana’s head coach, Kim Lars Björkegren, has named a provisional squad for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) as the Black Queens intensify preparations for the tournament in Morocco. The squad features a blend of experienced internationals and emerging talents, with captain Portia Boakye leading the team. Other notable inclusions are Grace Asantewaa,

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Sports

Belgium Hammer USA 4-1 to Book Quarter-final Spot

Belgium have advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating the United States 4-1 in their Round of 16 clash. The Red Devils produced an impressive attacking display, dominating the contest to seal a comfortable victory and eliminate the hosts from the tournament. The win extends Belgium’s impressive run at the

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Sports

Spain Edge Portugal to Reach World Cup Quarter-finals

Spain have qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Portugal 1-0 in a tense Round of 16 encounter. The closely contested match remained goalless until Spain found the breakthrough in the second half, securing a hard-fought victory over their Iberian rivals. The result ends Portugal’s campaign at the tournament, while

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