Sports

Falcons slip despite ranking rise

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have moved up to 36th place in the latest FIFA women’s world rankings, but the improvement tells only part of the story as the team’s overall points have dropped to their lowest level in three years. The decline is largely linked to inactivity and a lack of consistent competitive matches, which has

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General

Rivers Govt to Commission Projects from June

The Rivers State Government has indicated that several ongoing projects across the state will be commissioned from June this year. Commissioner for Works, Temple Nwofor, disclosed that most of the projects are about 60 percent completed. He made this known when members of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, Rivers State Branch, paid him a visit.

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Education General

Reactions Trail Calls to Reopen Wisdom Gate School

A lawyer and activist, Chetam Nwala, has criticised some parents of Wisdom Gate School for demanding the reopening of the school while investigations into the death of a pupil are still ongoing. Nwala described the demand as inhumane and insensitive, insisting that due process must be followed to ensure justice is served. In a similar

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General

NUJ Faults NBC Over New Broadcast Regulations

The Nigeria Union of Journalists has criticised the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) over its latest regulations issued to broadcast stations. Chairman of the NUJ in Rivers State, Paul Bazia, described the move as an attempt to gag the media, expressing concerns that the new rules could threaten press freedom in the country. He also raised

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Politics

Supreme Court to Hear ADC Leadership Crisis Today

The Supreme Court is set to hold a substantive hearing today on the leadership crisis rocking the African Democratic Congress (ADC). At the previous sitting on April 14, 2026, a five-member panel led by Justice Mohammed Garba struck out an application for a stay of execution of the Court of Appeal judgment. The panel also

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Politics

Tinubu Sacks Edun, Appoints Oyedele as Finance Minister

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sacked the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, and appointed Taiwo Oyedele as his replacement. The decision is part of a cabinet reshuffle aimed at strengthening economic management and improving policy coordination within the Federal Government. Taiwo Oyedele, who previously served as Minister of State

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Politics

Tinubu Says Democracy Will Endure in Nigeria

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining democracy in Nigeria, declaring that it will endure despite challenges and intimidation. The President made the statement while receiving a delegation from Enugu State, led by Governor Peter Mbah, at the State House. He commended the governor for efforts in addressing insecurity and improving key

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Education General

Ogoni Science Quiz Competition Returns for Third Edition

Preparations have begun for the third edition of the Chief Lesi Moal Ogoni Secondary Schools Science Quiz Competition, aimed at promoting science education among students in Ogoniland. The organiser, Ndume Green, said the competition continues to inspire and motivate young scientists across the region. He called on secondary schools in Khana, Gokana, Tai, and Eleme

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Politics

Ogu/Bolo Assembly Assures Due Diligence on 2026 Budget

The Leader of the 8th Ogu/Bolo Legislative Assembly, Rt. Hon. Tamunoitekena Ako, has assured that the House will carry out thorough scrutiny of the 2026 Appropriation Bill presented by the Chairman of Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area, Vincent Nemieboka. In a statement signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Assembly, Igbikiberebima A. Sunday, the Leader

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Entertainment & Lifestyle General

Children Describe Late Kalabari Queen Princewill as Mother Who Touched Many Lives

Children of the late Queen Florence T.J.T Princewill, wife of the late Amanyanabo of Kalabari Kingdom in Rivers State, King Prof. T.J.T Princewill, have described her as a great mother who made a huge impact in the lives of many people, including those she did not personally know. The week-long funeral activities in honour of

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