General

ROTARY CLUBS DONATE TOILET FACILITIES TO SCHOOL IN ELIOZU

The Rotary Clubs of Rumuibekwe, Port Harcourt Orbit and Port Harcourt Gateway have provided six toilet facilities to Community Senior Secondary School, Eliozu. The project was executed in partnership with the school’s Parent Teacher Association, following a needs assessment. The District Governor of Rotary International District 9141, represented by the District Secretary, said proper sanitation

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Politics

RIVERS EMANCIPATION MOVEMENT SEEKS COLLABORATION WITH ADC

The Rivers Emancipation Movement has held talks with the African Democratic Congress in Rivers State to explore areas of political cooperation. Spokesman of the group, Zoe Solomon Tamunotonye, said the movement is committed to people-centred governance and aims to emerge as a credible third force in the state. The Rivers State Chairman of the ADC,

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Politics

OBI-KWANKWASO MOVEMENT CALLS FOR POLITICAL TOLERANCE AHEAD OF 2027 POLLS

The Obi-Kwankwaso Movement has called for peaceful political engagement as preparations for the 2027 general elections intensify. The group’s Rivers State Coordinator, Dr Jane Peters, made the appeal during a stakeholders’ meeting in Port Harcourt, stressing the need for tolerance among political actors. She said the movement is mobilising support for the Nigeria Democratic Congress

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General

NDP SEEKS SUPPORT FOR NEW POLITICAL VISION IN RIVERS STATE

The National Democratic Party in Rivers State has called on residents to support its vision for what it describes as a new era of democratic leadership. State Chairman of the party, Allwell Igbor, said the party is focused on strengthening its grassroots structures ahead of future elections. The party’s Publicity Secretary, Bagbi A. Bagbi, stated

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Politics

APC CHIEFTAIN BACKS GOVERNOR FUBARA’S RE-ELECTION BID, CALLS FOR END TO GODFATHERISM

A member of the All Progressives Congress in Degema Local Government Area, Dr Ipalibo Sogules, has welcomed Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s decision to seek re-election. He said the governor has done enough in the face of political challenges to deserve a second term, adding that his continuation in office would promote stability and growth in Rivers

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Politics

SENATOR BANIGO SEEKS RE-ELECTION INTO RIVERS WEST SENATORIAL DISTRICT

Former Rivers State Deputy Governor and Senator representing Rivers West, Ipalibo Harry Banigo, has declared her intention to seek re-election. She submitted her expression of interest and nomination forms, saying her decision was based on her legislative achievements and a desire to consolidate ongoing development in the district. Banigo pledged to promote inclusive governance and

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Community General

COMMERCIAL DRIVERS PROTEST ARREST OF MEMBERS IN PORT HARCOURT

Commercial drivers in Rivers State have appealed for intervention after several of their members were arrested by police around the Mile One axis of Port Harcourt. The Chairman of the drivers’ union, Christopher Ezeala, said dozens of drivers were arrested on Tuesday for reasons that were not clearly communicated, calling on the police authorities to

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Community Economy General

ESTATE SURVEYORS BLAME LOCAL GOVERNMENT CHAIRMEN FOR ARBITRARY TENEMENT RATE COLLECTION

The Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers says the refusal of local government chairmen to engage professionals is responsible for the arbitrary collection of tenement rates across the country. The Chairman of the institution, ESV Nwokoma Nwankwo, warned that failure by individuals and corporate organisations to properly value their properties is also risky and

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Sports

Real Madrid Beat Espanyol 2–0 to Delay Barcelona Title Celebration

Real Madrid kept their La Liga title hopes mathematically alive after a solid 2–0 victory over Espanyol in their latest league fixture played on May 3, 2026. The match, played at the RCDE Stadium, saw a cagey first half where both sides struggled to create clear chances, with Madrid dominating possession but failing to break

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Sports

Abia Warriors, Enyimba and Remo Stars Strengthen Continental Push as Mid-Table Battle Heats Up

In other NPFL developments, Abia Warriors, Enyimba, and Remo Stars all secured important results that strengthened their push for continental qualification spots. Abia Warriors continued their impressive campaign with a solid performance that keeps them within reach of the top positions, while Enyimba also maintained momentum as they seek to finish strongly in a season

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