Politics

Rivers Assembly Urges Calm Over Rumuosi Victory Estate Dispute

The Rivers State House of Assembly has urged all parties involved in the ownership dispute over Rumuosi Victory Estate to maintain peace and refrain from taking further action pending the conclusion of the Assembly’s investigation. Chairman of the House Committee on Public Petitions, Enemi George, gave the directive during a meeting with landlords of the

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Politics

Fubara Ally Collins Onunwo Defects to Wike’s Political Camp

A former ally of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Collins Onunwo, has defected to the political camp of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Onunwo, a former Caretaker Committee Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, confirmed his defection after meeting with the FCT Minister in Abuja. He said his decision followed the

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Judiciary Politics

Court Dismisses Suit Challenging Dumo Lulu-Briggs’ NDC Governorship Candidacy

A Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the emergence of Dumo Lulu-Briggs as the governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 governorship election. The suit was instituted by one of the party’s governorship aspirants, Kings Unyeawaji, who alleged that he was unfairly excluded from the

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Environment General

Police Approval for Explosives Destruction in Tai Sparks Opposition

Tension is mounting in Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State over a planned exercise by Halliburton to destroy expired explosives in Kpoghor Community. The Rivers State Police Command announced on Tuesday that it had approved the company’s request to carry out the destruction exercise beginning Wednesday. However, several civil society organisations in the Niger

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Economy General Oil and Gas

Dangote Refinery Begins Free Petrol Delivery to Six States, FCT

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has commenced free delivery of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, to six states across Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. The refinery said the initiative is aimed at improving fuel distribution and ensuring easier access to petrol in the affected locations. Despite the free delivery service, the refinery

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Politics

Senate Advances Bill to Regulate Electronic Health Services

The Nigerian Senate has passed for second reading a bill seeking to establish a comprehensive legal and regulatory framework for the development, coordination, and integration of electronic health services across the country. The proposed legislation aims to provide the legal foundation for a technology-driven healthcare system, promoting the use of digital tools such as telemedicine,

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Economy

CBN Warns Against Rejection of Standard N100 Note

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has warned members of the public, businesses, and financial institutions against rejecting the standard N100 banknote, reaffirming that it remains legal tender across the country. The apex bank stressed that all standard N100 notes issued by the CBN are valid for transactions and should be accepted without discrimination. The

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Politics

Court Dismisses Suit Challenging Dumo Lulu-Briggs’ NDC Governorship Candidacy

A Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has dismissed a suit challenging the emergence of Chief Dumo Lulu-Briggs as the governorship candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The suit was instituted by one of the party’s governorship aspirants, Kings Unyeawaji, who alleged that he was excluded from the party’s governorship primary and sought

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Sports

Sevilla Demand €15m for Akor Adams

Spanish La Liga club Sevilla have placed a €15 million price tag on Nigerian striker Akor Adams amid growing interest from newly promoted Serie A side Venezia. The Italian club is reportedly keen to strengthen its attack ahead of the new season and has already agreed personal terms with the 26-year-old Super Eagles forward. However,

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Sports

Nigerian Striker Victor Mbaoma Joins Kenya’s Tusker FC

Kenyan Premier League club Tusker FC have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Victor Mbaoma from Nigeria Premier Football League side Remo Stars. The 29-year-old forward signed a one-year contract with the Kenyan club, becoming Tusker FC’s first signing ahead of the 2026/27 season. Mbaoma enjoyed an impressive campaign with Remo Stars, scoring 14 goals

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