Economy Politics

Fubara Presents N1.854tn 2026 Budget to Rivers Assembly

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has presented the 2026 Appropriation Bill to the Rivers State House of Assembly, proposing a budget of N1.854 trillion for the next fiscal year. The proposal, titled “Budget of Resilience for Growth and Development,” is 24.49 per cent higher than the 2025 appropriation. Governor Fubara said the increase was driven

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Sports

Amorim Rules Out Summer Exit for Chukwueze

AC Milan manager Ruben Amorim has confirmed that Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze will remain at the club this summer, putting an end to speculation over his future. Speaking during his first press conference as Milan head coach, Amorim said Chukwueze remains an important part of his plans because of his ability to beat defenders

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Sports

Trabzonspor Close to Agreement With Wolves for Arokodare Loan Move

Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor are close to reaching an agreement with Wolverhampton Wanderers for the loan signing of Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare. Reports indicate that negotiations between both clubs are in the final stages, with Wolves insisting that Trabzonspor cover the player’s full annual salary of €3.7 million as part of the proposed

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Sports

Flamingos Arrive in Lomé Ahead of Crucial U-17 World Cup Qualifier Against Benin

Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, have arrived in Lomé, Togo, ahead of their decisive second-leg clash against Benin Republic in the final qualifying round for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. The team and officials landed safely at Gnassingbé Eyadéma International Airport before checking into their hotel, where they will prepare for

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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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