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Men identified as part of high-risk populations for HIV in Rivers State have raised concerns over inadequate access to complete treatment and drugs at some health facilities, citing discrimination based on their sexual orientation. This issue comes in the wake of the 2024 HIV prevalence report, which indicates that Rivers State has the highest number
The National Youth Council of Ogoni People (NYCOP) has raised concerns over what it describes as the alleged failure of Sahara Group of Companies to fulfill its Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR) in Baan-Goi community, Tai Local Government Area. Speaking to journalists, NYCOP President, Nwibani Raymond-Marcus, lamented that the residents of Baan-Goi, the host community of
Residents of Rumuolumeni in Obioakpor Local Government Area have expressed outrage over an ongoing power outage that has severely affected businesses and social activities in their community. The hardest-hit neighborhoods include Mgbuodohia, Nkpor, and surrounding areas. The community members lamented that despite remaining without power for months, the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) continues
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has called on the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to adhere to the 30-day repair timeline following the recent shutdown of the Port Harcourt Refinery for maintenance. In an interview with our correspondent, PETROAN’s National Public Relations Officer, Dr. Joseph Obele, stressed that strict
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has directed telecom operators to promptly notify consumers of significant service disruptions through media platforms. The new directive mandates that affected customers receive proportional compensation, such as extensions of service validity, in line with the Consumer Code of Practice Regulations. In a statement, Nnenna Ukoha, Acting Head of Public Affairs
The Association of Waterways Ambassadors of Nigeria (AWAN) has urged government agencies, development partners, private investors, and civil society to prioritize the comprehensive development of Nigeria’s inland and coastal waterways. The initiative aims to rehabilitate and construct seaports, jetties, intermodal transport links, and dredging operations, as well as revitalize riverside communities through tourism and environmental
The administrator of Gokana Local Government Area, Professor Gospel Kpeeh, has lauded teachers for their vital role in shaping society. He made the commendation during a two-day workshop organized by the Gokana LGA for primary school teachers within the local government. Professor Kpeeh emphasized his commitment to improving the educational environment in the area, revealing
More than two weeks after abducting passengers from a boat along the Bille and Port Harcourt waterways, kidnappers have finally revealed their ransom demand. The criminal syndicate is reportedly insisting on a staggering sum of one hundred million naira before releasing their victims. Confirming the development to our correspondent, Monica Ogwa, the immediate past Bille
Persons living with disabilities in the Diobu area of Port Harcourt are appealing to the Sole Administrator of Rivers State for assistance amid worsening economic hardships. The group laments that their living conditions are deteriorating daily due to the ongoing economic crunch. Led by Tariboka Kayodegege, the group has called on the Rivers State government
Social Commentator Opunabo Inko-Tariah Criticizes Tinubu Over Rivers State Budget Discrepancies
Renowned social commentator, Opunabo Inko-Tariah, has criticized President Bola Tinubu for presenting a budget estimate of over one point forty-eight trillion naira for the 2025 fiscal year in Rivers State. This figure surpasses the budget previously presented and signed into law by Governor Fubara, which totaled approximately one point one trillion naira. Inko-Tariah expressed skepticism