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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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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Economy General

Nigeria’s Revenue Rises 49% Above Projections

Nigeria’s revenue grew by 49 per cent in the first five months of the year, surpassing government projections despite challenges in the global oil market. The surge was attributed to the government’s ongoing tax reforms and the introduction of new levies targeting key sectors, including petroleum and mining, aimed at expanding the country’s revenue base.

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General Security

Police Arrest Suspected Bandit Logistics Supplier in Ilorin

The Nigeria Police Force has disrupted a suspected bandit logistics network with the arrest of a key suspect in Ilorin, Kwara State. Police said the suspect was allegedly involved in supplying logistical support to bandit groups operating in parts of the country. The arrest followed intelligence-led operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks aiding armed gangs.

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General Security

Military Launches Operation Clean Sweep III Against Bandits in Katsina

The Defence Headquarters’ Joint Task Force North West under Operation Fansan Yamma has launched a major offensive operation, codenamed Operation Clean Sweep III, targeting terrorists and bandits operating in Matazu Local Government Area and neighbouring communities in Katsina State. The operation follows the incident that led to the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar,

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General Security

Defence Headquarters Condoles Katsina Over Killing of Retired General

A high-powered delegation from the Defence Headquarters has paid a condolence visit to the Katsina State Government over the death of retired Major General Rabe Abdullahi, assuring that those responsible for his killing will be brought to justice. The delegation, led by the Chief Administration Officer at the Defence Headquarters, Major General I.M. Abdullahi, was

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General

Rivers Police Begin Enforcement Against Defaced Number Plates

The Rivers State Police Command says it will commence a statewide enforcement exercise from Monday, June 15, 2026, targeting vehicles with covered, obscured, unauthorised, defaced, or missing registration number plates. The Command said the exercise is in compliance with a directive from the Inspector-General of Police aimed at strengthening public safety and preventing criminals from

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Economy General

Youths Should Be Recognised as Leaders of Today – My-ACE China

The Mayor of Housing, My-ACE China, says young people should be recognised and developed as leaders of today rather than leaders of tomorrow. Speaking after the Strategic Elevation Conference Port Harcourt 2026, he noted that the true wealth of Rivers State lies in its people and emphasised the importance of proper positioning for success. Motivational

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General

Somali Referee Denied US Entry, Ruled Out of 2026 World Cup

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has been ruled out of officiating at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being denied entry into the United States despite holding a valid visa. Artan, who was set to become the first Somali referee to officiate at a FIFA World Cup, arrived at Miami International Airport but was refused

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