General Judiciary

Value Whatever Practical Experience You Gain, Justice Odili Tells Law Students At NDDC Moot Competition

Olawale sanusi , PORT HARCOURT – A retired Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Mary Odili, has advised law students across the Niger Delta to cherish every practical experience and learning opportunity they encounter, noting that lessons gathered during early training will guide their professional future. Justice Odili gave the charge on Monday while speaking

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Education General

NELFUND: DEMAND FOR STUDENT LOANS ‘OVERWHELMING’

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, says demand for student loans under the scheme has been overwhelming. Sawyerr stated this during an interview, noting that the student loan scheme has provided a lifeline for students who would otherwise struggle to finance their education. He said

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Education General

NOUN BURSAR, NASIRU MARAFA, SHOT DEAD IN ZAMFARA

The Bursar of the National Open University of Nigeria, NOUN, Nasiru Marafa, has been shot dead while returning from Gusau, Zamfara State. The university confirmed his death in a statement signed by its Registrar and Secretary to Council, Oladipo Ajayi. According to the statement, Marafa was reportedly shot while returning from Gusau. The university, however,

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Politics Religion

FUBARA: CHRISTIAN UNITY VITAL TO PEACE, DEVELOPMENT IN RIVERS

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has described unity among Christian denominations as vital to peace, tolerance and development in the state. Governor Fubara stated this at the 10th Spiritual Advisory Council Meeting and Annual Unity Service of Christ Church, Port Harcourt. Represented by his Deputy, Professor Ngozi Nma-Odu, the Governor reaffirmed the state government’s partnership

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General

RIKU COMMENDS RIVERS GOVERNMENT ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL AUTONOMY

A former Chief of Defence Intelligence, retired Air Vice Marshal Morgan Monday Riku, has commended the Rivers State Government for its commitment to local government financial autonomy. Riku spoke as Special Guest of Honour at the 2026 Local Government Leadership Advancement Programme Dinner and Award Night in Port Harcourt. He said financial autonomy places greater

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Politics

Rivers ADC Accuses Wike of Political Hypocrisy Over Amaechi’s Court Closure

The Rivers State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised FCT Minister Nyesom Wike over his recent comments that former Rivers Governor Rotimi Amaechi is unfit to be a vice-presidential candidate because of the closure of courts during his tenure. Wike had accused Amaechi of shutting down the state’s courts for nearly two

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Environment General

FG Presents Ramsar Certificates to Four Ogoni LGAs

The Federal Government has formally presented certificates recognising the Ogoni Mangrove Wetland as a Ramsar Site of International Importance, placing greater responsibility on government and communities to protect the ecosystem. The certificates were presented to KAGOTE President, Chief Lesi Mao, for onward transmission to the chairmen of Gokana, Khana, Tai and Eleme Local Government Areas.

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Sports

Tunde Akinsola Completes Move To Belgian Club Cercle Brugge

Nigerian winger Tunde Akinsola has completed a move to Belgian Pro League side Cercle Brugge from Portuguese club AVS Futebol SAD. The 23-year-old has signed a contract that will keep him at Cercle Brugge until June 2030, with an option for an additional year. Akinsola, who can operate on either flank, is expected to strengthen

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General Technology

Google Introduces Gemini Voice Features For Gmail, Docs, Keep

By Paul Chimodo Google has launched new Gemini-powered voice features for Gmail, Google Docs and Google Keep, allowing users to interact with the applications through natural conversations. The new tools, known as Gmail Live, Docs Live and Keep Live, are designed to help users find information, create documents and organise notes without having to type.

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Sports

Victor Orakpo Joins Gençlerbirliği On Loan

Nigerian forward Victor Orakpo has joined Turkish Super Lig club Gençlerbirliği on loan from French side OGC Nice. The 20-year-old striker’s loan deal runs until the end of the season and includes an option for Gençlerbirliği to make the transfer permanent. Orakpo joined Nice in January 2024 and has made five appearances for the French

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