Politics

Chijioke Ihunwo Reaffirms Loyalty to Governor Fubara

Former Chairman of Obio-Akpor Local Government Area, Chijioke Ihunwo, has reaffirmed his loyalty to Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara. Reacting to the recent defection of two of the governor’s allies to the coalition led by former Governor Nyesom Wike, Ihunwo described the political realignments as unnecessary. He said Governor Fubara had already directed his supporters

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Economy Politics

CSOs Urge Rivers Government to Adopt Tax Reform Law

A coalition of Civil Society Organisations and Community-Based Organisations in Rivers State has called on the state government to sponsor an Executive Bill for the adoption of the Tax Reform Law. In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Nasigba Peterside, the coalition commended the renewed collaboration between the Executive and the Rivers State House of

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Community General

Upata Monarch Calls for Stronger Security Around Oil Facilities

The Paramount Ruler of Upata Kingdom in Ahoada East Local Government Area, King Felix Otuwarikpo, has called for stronger security around oil facilities to curb illegal activities contributing to oil spills. Speaking at an event in Port Harcourt, the monarch said host communities should not be blamed for pipeline failures caused by ageing and obsolete

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Community General Oil and Gas

MOSOP Lists Conditions for Oil Production Resumption in Ogoniland

The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has outlined conditions it says must be met before oil production can resume in Ogoniland. MOSOP President, Andah Wai-Ogosu, called on the Federal Government to unbundle OML 11 to enable Ogoni people to form cooperatives and participate directly in oil exploration in line with the

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Community General

Alesa Community Seeks Government Action Over Land Grabbing, Grazing

Residents of Alesa Community in Eleme Local Government Area have called on the government to urgently intervene over alleged land grabbing and the destruction of farmlands by grazing cattle. Chairman of the Community Development Committee, Joseph Osadji, alleged that armed individuals, sometimes accompanied by persons in security uniforms, intimidate landowners and illegally take over ancestral

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Features General Judiciary

#NBADecides2026: What future for an independent bar? By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

Three score and three years ago, a defining dispute erupted in the old Western Region of Nigeria over the scope and reach of constitutional conventions in determining or terminating the tenure of high-level political leadership. The Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, which ultimately had to pronounce on the matter, described conventions in that case as “a

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Religion

RCCG Says Rescue of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers Answer to Prayers

The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has described the successful rescue of pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State as an answer to prayers. The church expressed gratitude to God for the safe release of the victims and commended the efforts of the Nigerian Army and other security agencies

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Sports

Toni Payne Excited to Begin New Chapter at Inter Milan

Super Falcons midfielder Toni Payne has expressed excitement after completing her move to Italian Serie A Women side Inter Milan, describing the transfer as an important new chapter in her career. The Nigeria international joined the Nerazzurri on a two-year deal from English Women’s Super League club Everton after spending two seasons with the Merseyside

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Sports

England Edge Norway After Extra Time to Reach World Cup Semi-finals

England have booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Norway 2-1 after extra time in a thrilling quarter-final clash. Norway took the lead in the first half through Andreas Schjelderup, but England responded before the break as Jude Bellingham scored the equaliser to level the contest. With both

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Sports

Flamingos Qualify for 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after defeating the Benin Republic 5-3 in the second leg of their qualifying tie at the Stade de Kégué in Lomé, Togo. The victory completed an 8-5 aggregate win for the Nigerian side, earning them one of

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