Politics

NDC Zones 2027 Presidential Ticket to South for Single Four-Year Term

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to Southern Nigeria for a single four-year term. The decision was reached during the maiden edition of the party’s National Convention currently underway. The motion was moved by Afam Victor Ogene, member representing Ogbaru Federal Constituency of Anambra State in the 10th National Assembly,

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Politics

APC Excuses Three Governors from Re-election Screening Over Official Engagements

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has disclosed that three incumbent governors seeking re-election were absent from Saturday’s screening exercise due to pressing official engagements in their respective states. The affected governors are Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, Agbu Kefas of Taraba State and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State, who is seeking to contest for the

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Politics

Wike Ally Kingsley Chinda Appears Before APC Governorship Screening Committee

Kingsley Chinda, a political ally and kinsman of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reportedly appeared before the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Screening Committee ahead of the party’s governorship primaries. Chinda, who currently represents Obio/Akpor Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, is also the Minority Leader of the House

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Technology General

Over 20,000 3MTT Fellows to Benefit from Global Tech Recruitment Partnership

By Paul Chimodo No fewer than 20,000 fellows under the Federal Government’s 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme are set to benefit from a new partnership aimed at connecting Nigerian tech talents with global employers. The initiative, announced through a collaboration between the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy and tech profiling platform

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Judiciary Features General

Nigeria: The rise of judicial verdict without judgment

By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu When the Economist described Nigeria over 18 years ago as a “democracy by court order”, it ventured into prophetic journalism. In the period since then, partisan politicians have become comfortable with playing second fiddle to judges, a sizeable number of whom have emerged as the most avid tribe of belligerents in the mortal

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General Education

Rivers State University Unveils Solar-Powered E-Learning Platform

The Rivers State University has unveiled a new solar-powered e-learning platform aimed at improving teaching and research activities. The project was funded and donated by postgraduate students of the Department of Logistics and Supply Chain Management in the Faculty of Administration and Management. Vice Chancellor of the university, Professor Isaac Zeb-Opibi, described the initiative as

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Politics

Rivers Assembly Threatens to Summon Contractor Over Abandoned Ngo–Oyorokotor Road Project

The Rivers State House of Assembly has threatened to summon the construction company handling the reconstruction of the Ngo–Oyorokotor Road in Andoni Local Government Area over the alleged abandonment of the project. The road project, initiated by the Rivers State Government under Governor Siminalayi Fubara, is expected to connect coastal communities to Oyorokotor. During an

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Politics

Rivers Government Seeks Partnership With Financial Institutions for Urban Renewal

The Rivers State Government has opened discussions with financial institutions operating in the state as part of efforts to drive its urban transformation and renewal projects. Speaking during a stakeholder meeting, the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Amaopusenibo Ama Edward Hart, said the financial sector remains a critical partner in achieving sustainable development

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Environment General

Sanitation Volunteers Commend Fubara on Waste Management Efforts

The Sanitation Marshal Volunteers have commended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Rivers State Waste Management Agency for their environmental policies and efforts aimed at improving waste management across Port Harcourt. Coordinator of the group, Prince Sodin Akiagba, said the government’s commitment has contributed to creating a cleaner, greener and healthier environment within the

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Environment General

NiMet Warns Rivers, 18 Other States of Imminent Flash Flooding

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, has warned that Rivers State and 18 other states across the country may experience flash flooding in the coming days due to expected heavy early rains. In an advisory issued on Thursday, the agency explained that the risk is heightened because dry and hardened soils may prevent rainwater from properly

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