General

MOSOP Raises Corruption Allegations Against Ogoni Dialogue Committee Leaders

The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People, MOSOP, has raised concerns over allegations of corruption involving some leaders of the Ogoni Dialogue Committee, ODC, which is facilitating discussions on the resumption of oil operations in Ogoni. In a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Stephen Nmane, MOSOP called on the leadership of the ODC

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General

Eno Declares September 2026 Month of Gratitude, Announces 39 Projects for Akwa Ibom Anniversary

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has declared September 2026 a Month of Gratitude as the state prepares to mark its 39th anniversary. Governor Eno also announced plans to commission 39 projects across the state as part of activities marking the anniversary. The governor made the announcement during the Victory Thanksgiving Service marking the end

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General

Chiefs Condemn Attack on Finima Amadabo’s Residence, Seek Prosecution of Perpetrators

The Council of Chiefs of the Buoye Omuso Brown Group of Houses has condemned last weekend’s attack on the residence of the Amadabo of Finima, Aseme Alabo Dagogo Lambert Brown, which left several people injured and one person reportedly losing an arm. Chairman of the Council of Chiefs, Alabo Inima Dickson Brown, made the position

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Technology General

FEC Approves Acquisition of Two New Communication Satellites

By Paul Chimodo The Federal Executive Council, FEC, has approved the acquisition and deployment of two new high-throughput communication satellites, NIGCOMSAT-2A and NIGCOMSAT-2B, to expand broadband coverage across Nigeria. The satellites, to be deployed by Nigeria Communications Satellite Limited, NIGCOMSAT, are expected to extend connectivity to underserved, unserved and hard-to-reach communities. NIGCOMSAT said in a

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General Oil and Gas

PETROAN Urges Prompt Conclusion of Fuel Import Proposal Evaluation

The Petroleum Products Retail Owners Association of Nigeria, PETROAN, Rivers State Branch, has called for the prompt conclusion of the ongoing evaluation of fuel import proposals. Speaking to Today FM, the association’s Vice Chairman in Rivers State, Addison Kanu, urged authorities to conclude the process by December to ensure stability in fuel supply and avoid

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Community General

Amadabo of Finima Escapes Assassination Attempt as Gunmen Attack Residence

The Amadabo of Finima in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State, His Royal Highness Aseme Alabo Dagogo Lambert-Brown, has escaped an alleged assassination attempt on his life. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, August 22, 2026, when suspected hoodlums reportedly opened sporadic gunfire at the building housing the monarch’s living quarters

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Education General

RIVERS WINS PRESIDENT’S SCHOOL DEBATE NIGERIA 2026

Rivers State has emerged winner of the President’s School Debate Nigeria 2026 competition, which featured secondary school students from the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory. The competition ended yesterday in Port Harcourt, with Kwara State finishing second and Sokoto State placing third. Speaking at the grand finale, the Secretary to

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General

RIVERS RESIDENTS URGE GOVERNMENT TO REVIVE FREE BUS SCHEME

Some residents of Rivers State have appealed to the state government to revive the free bus scheme introduced as a palliative to ease the rising cost of transportation. Speaking with our Correspondent, Eseose Onabu, the residents described the initiative as impactful, saying it helped reduce the financial burden on commuters, students and low-income earners. While

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Entertainment & Lifestyle General

GOSPEL ARTIST ASU EKIYE ANNOUNCES END OF 28-YEAR MARRIAGE

Gospel music artist and self-styled Prince of the Niger Delta, Asu Ekiye, has announced the end of his 28-year marriage to Kunemofa Asu. Ekiye disclosed in a public statement that the marriage ended a year ago, but said he deliberately delayed the announcement to allow time for perspective, clarity and quiet acceptance after what he

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Security General

SECURITY AGENCIES URGED TO ACT OVER KHANA KILLINGS

The security agencies have been urged to strengthen intelligence gathering and community engagement to ensure those responsible for the recent killing of three persons in Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State are brought to justice through due process. The Convener of the Rivers Peace Initiative, Obinna Ebogidi, made the call while reacting to the

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