General Foreign

US Imposes New Travel Restrictions Affecting Nigerians

The United States has announced new travel restrictions affecting Nigeria and several other countries. The policy, according to US authorities, is based on security and immigration concerns. The decision has sparked mixed reactions among Nigerians, with many expressing worries over its impact on travel, education, and business opportunities. Nigerian government officials said they are engaging

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General Security

Rivers Police Rescue Kidnapped Woman in Ikwerre, Two Suspects Neutralized

By Uchendu Ejiowhor The Rivers State Police Command has rescued a female kidnapping victim from Omademe Community. The victim was abducted on Friday, December 5, 2025, along Ozuaha Road in Ikwerre Local Government Area. In a statement, the Public Relations Officer, Superintendent of Police SP Grace Iringe-Koko, said operatives of the Anti-Cultism Unit in Emohua

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Technology General

Coursera and Udemy to Merge in ~$2.5 Billion Deal

By Paul Chimodo Online learning platforms Coursera and Udemy have agreed to merge in a deal valued at about $2.5 billion, creating one of the largest digital education companies in the world. The merger will combine Coursera’s university and industry-backed courses with Udemy’s marketplace of instructor-led classes, bringing together millions of learners, instructors and enterprise

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Economy General

Dangote Petitions ICPC Over Alleged Corruption by NMDPRA Chief

Chairman of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has submitted a petition to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) against the Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Ahmed Farouk. In the petition, filed through his lawyer, Ogwu Onoja, SAN, Dangote urged the anti-graft agency to arrest,

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Economy General

Senate Passes 2026–2028 MTEF, Clears Way for N54.4 Trillion 2026 Budget

The Senate has passed the 2026–2028 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper, paving the way for President Bola Tinubu to present the 2026 Appropriation Bill, estimated at ₦54.4 trillion. The passage followed the consideration and debate of a report presented during plenary on Tuesday by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance,

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General

500 Elderly Citizens Receive Cash Support Under First Lady Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative in Rivers

No fewer than 500 elderly citizens in Rivers State have benefited from a cash support scheme under a social investment initiative of the wife of the President, Oluremi Tinubu. The initiative, packaged under the Renewed Hope Initiative in partnership with the Rivers State Government, is aimed at appreciating senior citizens for their contributions to nation-building.

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General

Governor Fubara Reaffirms Commitment to Grassroots Development at Road Commissioning

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to grassroots development and responsive governance. Speaking during the commissioning of the Ihuowo–Ihuama Ring Road in Ahoada East Local Government Area, Governor Fubara expressed gratitude to the people for their continued support of his administration. He said the completion of the ring road would significantly

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General Politics

NLC Begins Nationwide Protest Over Rising Insecurity

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) is set to today embark on a nationwide protest over the rising level of insecurity across the country. Speaking in a chat, the Chairman of the NLC in Rivers State, Alex Agwanwor, said participation in the protest is mandatory for all NLC members and affiliate unions. He expressed deep concern

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Entertainment & Lifestyle General

Entertainment Expert Ediz Calls for Government-Private Sector Collaboration for Christmas Events in Port Harcourt

Entertainment and hospitality expert Edwin Okoli, popularly known as Ediz, has called for greater collaboration between the government and the private sector to promote events and shows during the Christmas season. Okoli made the appeal during the unveiling of “Christmas in Port Harcourt, the Bond & Brag Edition,” praising residents of Port Harcourt for their

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Community General

Kula Women Protest Two-Year Lack of Electricity, Water Supply

Hundreds of women from Kula community have staged a protest over the prolonged lack of electricity and water supply, which they said has lasted for more than two years. The women marched to the jetty and security checkpoints in the community, carrying placards to express their grievances. They lamented that the absence of power supply

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