Sports

France Defeat Morocco to Reach FIFA World Cup Semi-Finals

France have advanced to the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup after defeating Morocco 2-0 in their quarter-final clash. Goals from Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé secured victory for the French side, ending Morocco’s impressive campaign at the tournament. The win sends France into a third consecutive FIFA World Cup semi-final, while Morocco exit the

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Environment Politics

Degema Traditional Rulers Seek Urgent Federal Intervention Over Prolonged Gas Leak

The Degema Area Traditional Rulers Council has appealed to the Federal Government to urgently intervene in the prolonged gas leak affecting Bille Community, describing the situation as a major environmental and humanitarian crisis. In a statement signed by the Chairman of the Council, King Agolia Aboko, Omoni XII, the traditional rulers commended Rivers State Governor

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Education Politics

UNIPORT Embarks on Legacy Tour of Projects Completed Under Outgoing Vice-Chancellor

The University of Port Harcourt has commenced a legacy tour of major infrastructure projects completed during the five-year administration of its Ninth Vice-Chancellor, Professor Owunari Georgewill. The tour forms part of activities marking the end of Professor Georgewill’s tenure and featured visits to completed and ongoing projects across the university. Facilities inspected included the School

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Education Politics

RSU Vice-Chancellor Inaugurates Permanent Office of University Microfinance Bank

The Vice-Chancellor of Rivers State University, Professor Isaac Zeb-Obipi, has inaugurated the permanent office building of the university’s Microfinance Bank. Speaking during the ceremony, Professor Zeb-Obipi commended the bank’s board and management for maintaining professionalism and urged them to continue supporting the institution’s growth. Chairman of the Board, Professor Lawyer Obara, said the transition from

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Politics

NLC, ONELGA Chairman Move to Resolve Eight Months of Unpaid Salaries

The Rivers State chapter of the Nigeria Labour Congress has met with the Chairman of Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area, Dr. Shadrach Ogbogwu, to address the issue of eight months of unpaid salaries owed to council workers. The meeting ended with both parties agreeing to resolve the matter through dialogue. Following the discussions, labour leaders announced

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General

NYSC Clarifies Circumstances Surrounding Death of Corps Member in Rivers

The Rivers State chapter of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has responded to public reactions surrounding the death of a 25-year-old corps member, Dr. Wisdom Enakirerhi, who was serving at the Military Hospital in Port Harcourt. The death of the young medical doctor has sparked widespread concern, following claims by a close relative that

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Community General

Alesa Community Raises Alarm Over Fresh Shootings on Disputed Lands

The Community Development Committee Chairman of Alesa in Eleme Local Government Area, Joseph Osarojiji, has raised concerns over renewed violence on disputed lands, alleging that armed youths have resumed attacks in the area. Osarojiji said the persistent insecurity has prevented residents, particularly women, from accessing their farmlands, thereby threatening livelihoods and food production. He appealed

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General Judiciary

Rights Lawyer Calls for Law to Criminalize Land Grabbing in Rivers

Human rights lawyer, Chetam Nwala, has called for legislation to criminalize land grabbing in Rivers State, warning that the growing trend of illegal land acquisition is discouraging investment and threatening economic development. Nwala said the state government must take urgent steps to address the menace before it further undermines investor confidence and property rights. He

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Environment General

Business Owners Count Losses as Flooding Disrupts Activities on Ikwerre Road

Business owners and residents along Ikwerre Road in Port Harcourt are counting their losses after heavy rainfall on Thursday triggered severe flooding that submerged homes, shops, and major sections of the road. The flooding disrupted commercial activities and left many residents struggling to salvage their belongings as water inundated homes and business premises. Affected traders

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Politics

Rivers Rewards 10 NYSC Presidential Honours Awardees with ₦20 Million

The Rivers State Government has rewarded 10 indigenes who received the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Presidential Honours Award with a total cash gift of ₦20 million. Governor Siminalayi Fubara, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dagogo Wokoma, announced the reward in Port Harcourt while congratulating the recipients for bringing honour and pride

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