Health General

Health Expert Warns Against Mixing Energy Drinks With Alcohol

Health experts have raised concerns over the growing habit of mixing energy drinks with alcohol among young people, warning that the practice could lead to serious health complications despite the widespread belief that energy drinks reduce the effects of alcohol. A Port Harcourt-based pharmacist, Magnus Asonye, said the combination only masks the feeling of intoxication

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Security General

Nigerian Army Commissions Over 250 Community Projects Nationwide

The Nigerian Army has commissioned more than 250 intervention projects across the country’s six geopolitical zones as part of activities marking the 2026 Nigerian Army Day Celebration. Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, disclosed this during the commissioning of a renovated town hall in Ngboji Community, Oyigbo Local Government Area of Rivers State.

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Economy General

Lawyer Raises Concern Over Slow Pace of Rivers Blue Economy Project

Human rights lawyer Chetam Nwala has expressed concern over the slow pace of the Rivers State Government’s Blue Economy project. He criticised the abandonment of the four-kilometre road project linking Ngo Junction to the Atlantic Ocean, saying its completion would have boosted economic activities and development in the area. Nwala also urged the state government

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General

Drivers’ Association Raises Alarm Over Alleged Vehicle Seizure by Suspected Touts

The Chairman of the Commercial Drivers Welfare Association, Ikwerre Road Unit, Agbakaekwu Chibueze, has raised concerns over the alleged forceful seizure of one of the association’s vehicles by suspected touts at the Rumuokoro area of Port Harcourt. He alleged that one of the association’s drivers was unlawfully detained before the vehicle was taken away under

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General Security

NDLEA Uncovers 43,980 Tramadol Pills Hidden in Fuel Tanks

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 43,980 pills of tramadol concealed inside modified fuel tanks in a major anti-drug operation. The agency said the discovery was made during an intelligence-led operation, describing the concealment method as a deliberate attempt by drug traffickers to evade security checks. NDLEA said investigations are ongoing to

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Entertainment & Lifestyle General

’77: The Festac Conspiracy’ Makes History with Sold-Out World Premiere in Zambia

The highly anticipated political thriller, ’77: The Festac Conspiracy’, has made a strong debut after its star-studded world premiere in Lusaka, Zambia, attracting a sold-out audience and reinforcing the growing global appeal of African cinema. The premiere, held at the International Conference Centre, served as a major highlight of the Africa Creative Market (ACM) 2026,

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Oil and Gas General

NNPC Says Port Harcourt, Warri Refinery Deal Enters Evaluation Phase

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) says its newly signed Memorandum of Understanding with Chinese firms for the rehabilitation and operation of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries has entered a rigorous evaluation phase. The company said the agreement is designed to transform the refineries into profitable and self-sustaining assets through strategic partnerships

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General

Anambra Government Seals Hostels, Churches, Market Over Sanitation Violations

The Anambra State Government has sealed several hostels, churches, and a market for allegedly violating environmental sanitation regulations as part of efforts to improve public hygiene across the state. Officials said the affected premises failed to comply with sanitation standards despite repeated warnings, prompting enforcement action by the relevant authorities. The government reaffirmed its commitment

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Judiciary Features General

Isa Hamma Dashen: The Judge Who Can Do Anything and Everything By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

Courts are creatures of law. Everything about them, including what they can do (jurisdiction) and how they can do it (procedure) is prescribed and regulated by law. As such, it should never be said that what a court or judge cannot do does not exist. In Nigeria, however, some judges seem to glory in a

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General

FG Clears ₦39 Billion Pension Liabilities for NITEL, PHCN, Bank Workers

The Federal Government has settled outstanding pension liabilities amounting to ₦39 billion owed to retirees of the defunct Nigerian Telecommunications Limited (NITEL), the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN), and several defunct banks. The payment, made through the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), is aimed at clearing long-standing pension arrears and improving the welfare of

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