Politics

Ikwerre Council Bans Public Gatherings Over Rising Insecurity

The Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State, Charles Wobodo, has announced an immediate ban on all forms of public gatherings following the increasing cases of killings, armed robbery, and other criminal activities in the area. Speaking during a live broadcast, Wobodo said the decision was necessitated by the worsening security situation, which

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General

Clergyman Urges Depressed Youths to Seek Help, Reject Suicide

A Catholic priest, Reverend Father Jude Anara, has urged young people struggling with depression caused by rape, assault, abuse, and other traumatic experiences to seek help rather than resort to suicide. Speaking with Today FM, Reverend Father Anara said many young people contemplate taking their own lives because they feel abandoned, neglected, and believe there

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General Judiciary

Port Harcourt NBA Branch Election Postponed Over Voters’ Register Dispute

The election of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Port Harcourt Branch, has been postponed following a dispute over the publication of the eligible voters’ register and other electoral guidelines. Members of the branch had gathered at the NBA House in Port Harcourt for the election before disagreements over the voters’ list and election procedures sparked

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Environment General Oil and Gas

Niger Delta Communities Demand Urgent Ecological Restoration of Polluted Environment

By Olawale Sanusi Communities across the Niger Delta have called for urgent ecological restoration of polluted lands and water bodies, urging governments and stakeholders to move beyond documenting environmental degradation and focus on rebuilding livelihoods and restoring damaged ecosystems. The call was made at a one-day Community Assembly organised by Oilwatch International in Port Harcourt

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General Health

Rivers Government Commends NMA for Advancing Healthcare

The Rivers State Government has commended the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Rivers State Branch, for its commitment to promoting medical excellence and strengthening healthcare delivery in the state. Speaking at the 2026 Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference of the NMA in Port Harcourt, Secretary to the State Government, Dagogo Wokoma, described the association as

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Community General

Omoku OSPAC Commander’s Widow Demands Justice After Husband’s Killing

The widow of the slain Commander of the Organized Security Peace and Advisory Committee (OSPAC) in Omoku, Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State, Choice Wokocha, has called on security agencies and relevant authorities to ensure justice for her late husband. Speaking in an interview with Today FM, Mrs. Wokocha said her husband, Ozoemela Stephen

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Economy General

NCAA Threatens to Suspend Royal Air Maroc Operations in Nigeria

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has threatened to suspend the operations of Royal Air Maroc in Nigeria over alleged persistent violations of consumer protection regulations and poor treatment of Nigerian passengers. The aviation regulator accused the airline of failing to comply with passengers’ rights obligations, including complaints relating to delays, baggage handling and customer

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Politics

Fubara Calls for Reforms to Strengthen Nigeria’s Civil Service

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has called on public service administrators across Nigeria to champion reforms that will reposition the civil service to meet the demands of modern governance. Speaking at the opening of the 48th Meeting of the National Council on Establishment in Port Harcourt, Fubara described the civil service as the engine room

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General Security

Police Arrest Four Suspected Kidnappers, Rescue Victim in Rivers

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested four suspected members of a kidnapping syndicate and rescued a 35-year-old woman abducted in Port Harcourt. In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Grace Iringe-Koko, said the victim was kidnapped on July 11 while attending to customers at her shop before being forced into a white

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Sports

Akor Adams Joins Venezia on Four-Year Deal

Nigerian striker Akor Adams has completed a permanent move from Spanish club Sevilla to Italian Serie A side Venezia, signing a four-year contract. The Super Eagles forward said Venezia’s ambition and long-term project influenced his decision to join the club ahead of the new season. Adams is expected to strengthen Venezia’s attack as the club

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