Politics Security

Benue Police Launch Investigation into Killing of Miyetti Allah Chairman, Another Victim

The Benue State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the killing of the state chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Risku Mohammed, and another man, Yakubu Isa, by suspected gunmen. The State Commissioner of Police, Cletus Nwadiogbu, said the victims were ambushed and killed while returning from a

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General Security

Nigerian Army Reshuffles Senior Officers, Appoints New GOC 6 Division

The Nigerian Army has announced a major reshuffle of its senior officers, affecting key operational, command, training and staff appointments across the country. In a statement issued by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Army said the redeployment, approved by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, is

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General

Rescue Operation Enters Third Day at Collapsed Port Harcourt Building

Search and rescue operations have entered the third day at the site of the collapsed five-storey building along Odili Road in Port Harcourt City Local Government Area of Rivers State, as emergency responders continue efforts to locate victims trapped beneath the rubble. Rescue workers, alongside other relevant agencies, are clearing debris in the ongoing operation.

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General Health

Rivers NMA Debunks Claims of ‘Stolen’ Sex Organs, Urges Public to Reject Superstition

The Rivers State branch of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has dismissed claims that a person’s sex organ or any other body part can be stolen through physical contact or spiritual means, describing such allegations as medically impossible. The association reacted to a viral incident in Igwuruta Community, Ikwerre Local Government Area, where a man,

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Community General

Ohiauga Community Protests Alleged Exclusion from PIA Benefits by TotalEnergies

Women and youths of Ohiauga Community in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State have staged a peaceful protest, accusing TotalEnergies of excluding the community from the implementation of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) despite hosting oil facilities. The Paramount Ruler of Ohiauga Community, Eze Bright Abali, said the community has been left out while

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Politics

Rivers Assembly Approves 2026–2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework

The Rivers State House of Assembly has approved the 2026–2028 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) submitted by Governor Siminalayi Fubara, describing it as a necessary precursor to the state’s 2026 budget. Speaker Martin Amaewhule, during the House’s second legislative sitting of the fourth session, noted that the MTEF ought to have been presented in September

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Politics

Cleric Urges Nigerians to Vote Wisely in 2027, Raises Concern Over Insecurity

A Port Harcourt-based cleric and Founder of Christ The Life Bible International Church, Prophet Ezuo Okenna, has urged Nigerians to vote according to their conscience in the 2027 general elections, stressing that the country’s future depends on electing credible leaders committed to addressing insecurity. Prophet Okenna spoke on the sidelines of the 80th inaugural lecture

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General Health

ACPN Partners Communities to Improve Healthcare, Tackle Fake Medicines in Rivers

The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), Rivers State Chapter, says it is strengthening collaboration with communities to improve healthcare delivery and combat the circulation of substandard and falsified medicines. The State Chairman of ACPN, Alabo Nengi Lawson, stated this during the association’s medical outreach in Rumuolumeni Community, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area. He described

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General

Dozens Injured as Bus Carrying Imo Army Recruits Crashes En Route to Zaria

Dozens of newly shortlisted Nigerian Army recruits from Imo State were injured after the commercial bus conveying them to the Nigerian Army Depot in Zaria, Kaduna State, was involved in a road crash on Saturday. The recruits were travelling for documentation and the commencement of military training when the accident occurred. The exact cause of

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Sports

Mexico Edge South Korea to Reach Knockout Stage

Mexico secured a narrow 1-0 win over South Korea in their Group A encounter to book a place in the next round. The hosts delivered a disciplined performance and made their advantage count to claim all three points. The victory confirmed Mexico’s progression from the group, while South Korea will now seek qualification in their

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