Health General

RSUTH Reaffirms Commitment to Free Cleft Surgeries as National Conference Begins

By Odinakachi Celestine The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing free cleft lip and palate surgeries as it welcomed members of the Nigerian Association of Cleft Lip and Palate (NACLP) to Rivers State for the pre-conference activities of its 7th Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting. The conference, which

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Oil and Gas General

Dangote Plans to Increase Refining Capacity to 2.1 Million Barrels Per Day

The Dangote Group has announced plans to increase its refining capacity to 2.1 million barrels per day, expanding its footprint across Africa. The planned capacity will comprise the existing 1.4 million barrels per day refining operations in Nigeria and a proposed 700,000 barrels per day refinery in Kenya to serve the East African market. The

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Security General

Several Feared Dead in Fresh Attack on Benue Community

Several people have reportedly been killed following an early morning attack on Sai Community in Mbajir Council Ward of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State. Residents said the attackers stormed the community in the early hours, opening fire on villagers and causing panic as many fled for safety. The exact number of casualties has

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Community Education General

UNIOSUN Student Alleges Assault by Soldier During Hostel Invasion

A female student of Osun State University (UNIOSUN), Osogbo, has alleged that a soldier pinned her against a bathroom door and attempted to sexually assault her during the reported invasion of student hostels by military personnel. The student recounted that she was alone in her room when soldiers allegedly forced her to open the door.

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Economy General

Nigeria Tops Africa in Economic Performance Ranking

Nigeria has emerged as the highest-ranked African country in the economic performance pillar of the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2026, outperforming South Africa, Ghana, Kenya, Namibia and Botswana. The ranking assesses countries based on key economic indicators, including growth, trade, employment, investment and public finance, to measure overall competitiveness. The latest report highlights Nigeria’s improved

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Religion General

Kano Mass Wedding Open to Muslims, Christians – Official

The Kano State Hisbah Board has said the state’s mass wedding programme is open to both Muslims and Christians who meet the eligibility requirements. The Deputy Commander-General of the Board, Sheikh Mujahideen Aminuddeen, said the initiative, popularly known as “Auren Gata,” is designed to support vulnerable groups, including widows, widowers, divorcees, spinsters and bachelors who

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Economy General

Urban Planning Expert Seeks Probe of Building Collapses in Rivers

An urban planning expert has called for stricter enforcement of building regulations and a comprehensive investigation into recent building collapses in Rivers State to prevent further loss of lives and property. The Chairman of the Association of Town Planning Consultants of Nigeria, Rivers State Branch, Edmund Chinem-Nwokaeze, made the call following the recent building collapses

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Education General

Rivers State University Targets Top Three Ranking in Nigeria by 2030

The Rivers State University (RSU) has unveiled a strategic plan aimed at positioning the institution among Nigeria’s top three universities within the next four years. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Isaac Zeb-Opibi, announced the target during a strategic retreat involving members of the Governing Council and faculty heads. He said the university is committed to implementing its

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Judiciary General

Court Jails Man Seven Years for Defiling 10-Year-Old in Rivers

A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has sentenced Jerry Njoku, a man believed to be between 25 and 30 years old, to seven years imprisonment with hard labour for defiling a 10-year-old girl. Delivering judgment, Justice Rita Oguguo held that the prosecution proved the charge of defilement against the convict beyond a

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General

Lagos Receives Permanent Rail Operating Licence from NRC

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has formally presented a Permanent Operating Licence to the Lagos State Government, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s rail transport sector after 128 years of the corporation being the country’s sole railway operator. The licence authorises the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) to operate and manage rail services within

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