Education Politics

University of Port Harcourt Appoints New Vice-Chancellor

The University of Port Harcourt has appointed Professor Princewill Chike as its new Vice-Chancellor. Professor Chike, who hails from Eligbam Community in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, succeeds the outgoing Vice-Chancellor as the institution’s tenth substantive Vice-Chancellor. He previously served as Commissioner for Health during the administration of former Rivers State Governor Nyesom

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Politics Judiciary

Gani Topba Files Human Rights Suit Against Police and Others

The leader of the Conscience of Ogoni People, Gani Topba, has instituted a fundamental human rights enforcement suit against the Nigeria Police Force and several individuals, including Lesi Maol, Emmanuel Deeyah and King Suanu Timothy-Baridam. According to court documents, Topba is seeking declarations that his invitation, arrest, detention, release on bail and threatened prosecution constitute

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Politics

Rights Activist Criticises Magnus Abe Over Comments on ADC Candidate

Human rights defender Celestine Akpobari has criticised comments made by Magnus Abe regarding the emergence of Gabriel Pidomson as the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress ahead of next year’s elections. Akpobari described the remarks as unfortunate and disappointing, arguing that the comments were detrimental to the aspirations of the Ogoni people. He called

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Judiciary Politics

NBA Condemns Stringent Bail Conditions

The Nigerian Bar Association has condemned what it described as excessive and impractical bail conditions imposed by courts and law enforcement agencies across the country. In a statement signed by its President, Afam Osigwe, the association said the practice has effectively transformed bail into a form of pre-trial detention. The NBA noted that many accused

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Security General

Rivers Police Train Officers on Fraud Investigation and Forensics

The Nigeria Police Force has commenced a training programme for officers on fraud investigation and forensic techniques to improve evidence-based investigations and prosecutions. Speaking at the opening of the two-day training in Rivers State, Commissioner of Police Olugbenga Adepoju described the programme as a key component of ongoing police reforms being driven by the Inspector-General

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Community General

Odual Kingdom Demands Justice Over Killing of Two Indigenes

The Odual Kingdom in Abua/Odual Local Government Area has condemned the killing of two of its indigenes, Pastor Moses Matthew Arugu and Azubuike Monday. The victims, who were from Emirikpoko Community, were reportedly attacked and killed by unidentified assailants between May 29 and May 30, 2026. In a statement, the traditional ruler of the community,

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Security General

Police Confirm Death of Missing Commercial Driver in Rivers

The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 55-year-old commercial driver who was reported missing two weeks ago. In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Blessing Agabe, said the driver, identified as Christopher Emmanuel Akpabio, was allegedly murdered by a suspected criminal syndicate after being hired by three suspects at

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Education General

Parents Express Concern Over School Safety Amid Rising Insecurity

Some parents in Port Harcourt have expressed concern over the safety of their children in schools following the recent wave of kidnappings and killings reported in parts of the country. The parents said they are increasingly worried about the security of their wards due to the worsening security situation nationwide. They called on governments at

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Sports

ARGENTINA COACH SAYS MESSI WILL DECIDE HIS OWN RETIREMENT TIMELINE

Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has said that Lionel Messi will personally determine when he chooses to retire from international football, stressing that the decision rests entirely with the player. Scaloni explained that the Inter Miami star remains motivated and continues to play at a high level for both club and country. He added that

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Sports

CHELLE OPTIMISTIC AS SUPER EAGLES TARGET WIN OVER POLAND

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has expressed confidence that Nigeria will secure victory in their international friendly against Poland. Chelle said the team is fully focused on building a winning mentality despite the absence of several key players, including some regular stars. He noted that the squad is prepared to compete strongly and take

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