Politics

Rights Activist Welcomes FOI Revelations on Rivers Spending

A rights activist, Charles Jaja, has welcomed revelations from a Freedom of Information request filed by the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project against the administration of former Rivers State Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas, regarding how state resources were spent. In a statement, Jaja urged SERAP not to relent, stressing that the people of Rivers State deserve

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Politics

PDP Elects New National Chairman and Secretary

The Peoples Democratic Party has elected Abdulrahman Mohammed and Samuel Anyanwu as substantive National Chairman and National Secretary. They emerged through consensus alongside 19 other members of the National Working Committee at the party’s 2026 national convention held at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola Stadium in Abuja. Prominent party leaders, including Sule Lamido, Bukola

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Politics

REM Raises Concern Over Closed Governance System

National President of the Rivers Emancipation Movement, Zoe Solomon Tamunotonye, has raised concerns over the lack of civic engagement among citizens in the state. He warned that a closed system of governance, combined with a passive population, could encourage impunity and weaken democratic accountability. Tamunotonye challenged the Rivers State House of Assembly to make public

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Politics

Rivers Liberation Movement Calls for Bold Leadership

The Convener of the Rivers Liberation Movement, Dr. Leloonu Nwibubasa, says Rivers State is in desperate need of a bold and courageous leader. He warned that the era of settling for timid leadership must end if the people are to experience meaningful development and improved living conditions. He also advised citizens to look beyond candidates

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Sports

Jamaica Move Closer to World Cup After Play‑off Win

Jamaica’s national football team moved one step closer to qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1‑0 win over New Caledonia in their intercontinental play‑off semi‑final in Mexico. Bailey Cadamarteri scored the crucial goal, securing Jamaica’s place in the final against DR Congo at the same venue. The victory ensures the Caribbean side

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Sports

Trabzonspor Celebrate Nwaiwu’s First Super Eagles Call‑Up

Turkish club Trabzonspor have applauded defender Chibuike Nwaiwu after he received his maiden call‑up to the Nigeria senior national team. Nwaiwu was named in the Super Eagles squad as a replacement for the injured Calvin Bassey ahead of international friendlies against Iran and Jordan. The 22‑year‑old centre‑back, who plays in the Turkish Super Lig, earned

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Sports

Former Dutch Star Urges Sterling to Consider Retirement

Former Netherlands international Rene van der Gijp has urged Raheem Sterling to contemplate retirement following a difficult spell at Feyenoord. Van der Gijp made the comments on a popular football podcast, criticising Sterling’s performances since joining the Dutch club in February. He suggested the former England international’s extended lay‑off from competitive football has impacted his

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Sports

Juventus Star Conceicao Says He’s Not Rushing to Leave Club

Juventus winger Francisco Conceicao has stated he has no intention of leaving the Italian club despite ongoing transfer speculation. The 23‑year‑old Portuguese international said he is happy at the Old Lady and is focused on helping his side through the remainder of the Serie A season. He dismissed rumours linking him with a summer move,

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Entertainment & Lifestyle Politics

The Future Awards Africa Independent Opens Nominations in Four States

The Future Awards Africa Independent (TFAAi) has announced the opening of nominations for its inaugural edition, set to begin on Friday, 27 March 2026, in Abia State, Kano State, Rivers State, and Oyo State. Building on the legacy of The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), TFAAi aims to recognise young changemakers driving innovation and progress at

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Oil and Gas Politics

IPMAN Urges FG to Support Private Refineries Amid Petrol Crisis

The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) has called on the Federal Government to support private refineries as a solution to the persistent high cost of petrol. Speaking with reporters, the chairman of IPMAN, Port Harcourt Unit, Tekena Ikpaki, urged the government to go beyond turnaround maintenance of old refineries, describing the construction of

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