Oil and Gas General

Over 30 Years After Military Invasion, 17 Ogoni Communities in Tai Still Struggle Without Basic Amenities

More than three decades after seventeen Ogoni communities in Tai Local Government Area were sacked during the military era, residents say they are still battling hardship, neglect, and the absence of basic social amenities. Speaking on behalf of the women in Lekuma community, Baridi Deekor recalled the pain and devastation caused by the 1994 military

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Sports

10 Nigerian Footballers Complete Moves During January Transfer Window

The 2025–2026 January transfer window saw a number of Nigerian footballers make moves to new clubs as teams looked to strengthen squads mid‑season. Notable transfers included Ademola Lookman moving to Atletico Madrid, and Frank Onyeka signing for Coventry City, among other switches that brought fresh opportunities for Nigerian players abroad. The transfer activity highlighted the

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Sports

Falconets Qualify for Final Round of U‑20 Women’s World Cup Qualifiers

Nigeria’s Falconets have secured a 2‑1 away victory against Senegal in the third round, second leg of the 2026 FIFA U‑20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers, advancing 3‑1 on aggregate to the final qualifying round. The Nigerian side took an early lead and held firm despite Senegal’s late goal. The victory sets up a decisive tie

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Sports

Supercomputer Predicts Final EPL Table Despite Arsenal Draw

A supercomputer model has predicted the final standings for the 2025–2026 English Premier League season despite Arsenal’s surprise 2‑2 draw against league strugglers Wolves. The projection still favours Arsenal as title winners, although their predicted points total is among the lowest ever for a champion team. Manchester City is tipped to finish close behind, while

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Sports

Moroccan Prosecutors Seek Jail Terms for 18 Senegalese Fans Over AFCON Final Disturbances

Moroccan prosecutors are seeking jail terms of up to two years for 18 Senegalese football fans accused of causing disturbances during the AFCON final. The fans have been held in pre-trial detention since January 18. Prosecutors told the court that some of the defendants deliberately sought to disrupt the proper conduct of the match, and

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Community General

Ikwerre Council Chairman Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Lives and Property

The Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government, Charles Wobodo, has reiterated his administration’s dedication to safeguarding lives and property across the council. Wobodo made the declaration during a meeting with the Igwuruta Council of Chiefs and Elders, commending the traditional leaders for presenting resolutions aimed at promoting peace and development in the community. He assured the

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General Community

KAGOTE Downplays Insecurity Reports in Khana

The apex Ogoni socio-cultural organisation, KAGOTE, has dismissed reports suggesting a surge in insecurity in Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State. Spokesperson of KAGOTE, Menele Nzidee, clarified that some of the security threats recorded in Khana were largely reprisal attacks between rival gang groups, rather than a widespread breakdown of law and order. He

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General Community

Ex-Obio/Akpor Chairman Ihunwo Denies Land Grabbing Allegation

The immediate past Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Chijioke Ihunwo, has denied allegations of land grabbing levelled against him by the council authority. Ihunwo, who spoke through his lawyer, Obidinma Obidinma, criticised the Obio/Akpor Local Government Council for acting on a petition over a disputed piece of land without first obtaining his side of

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General Health

Rivers State University Teaching Hospital Unveils Service Excellence Unit

The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital has unveiled a Service Excellence Unit aimed at improving patient care and service delivery. According to the hospital’s management, the newly established unit will serve as a dedicated platform to receive and address complaints, feedback, and concerns from patients and their families. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, the Chief

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Politics

Residents Say There’s Nothing to Celebrate as Rivers Assembly Halts Fubara’s Impeachment

Residents of Port Harcourt have said there is nothing to celebrate following the decision of the Rivers State House of Assembly to suspend impeachment proceedings against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu. The residents, who spoke on the development, maintained that the governor had not committed any offence to warrant impeachment in

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