Health General

Rivers Health Ministry Intensifies Crackdown on Quack Doctors

The Rivers State Ministry of Health has intensified its campaign against quack medical practice in the state. Chairman of the Ministry’s Anti-Quackery Committee and Permanent Secretary, Dr. Vincent Wachukwu, said the team is targeting hospitals and medical personnel operating without valid licenses. Speaking at a press briefing in Port Harcourt, Dr. Wachukwu disclosed that several

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Security General

Rivers Police Parade Suspects, Recover Explosives and Stolen Vehicles

For the first time in four months, the Rivers State Police Command has briefed the public on its achievements. At a press conference in Port Harcourt on Thursday, the Commissioner of Police, Olugbenga Adepoju, said the command arrested 12 suspected vandals and recovered three items suspected to be explosives. He explained that the suspects were

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General Education

FG Assures One-Week Passport Delivery After Reforms

The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that passports will now be delivered within one week of enrolment, following reforms in the issuance process. Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, gave the assurance in Abuja during the ministry’s mid-tenure performance retreat. He explained that the new system was introduced to end long delays and eliminate extortion, which

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General

Tinubu Bans Raw Shea Nut Export for Six Months to Boost Local Processing

President Bola Tinubu has approved a six-month ban on the export of raw shea nut in a move aimed at strengthening local processing and protecting Nigeria’s shea industry. The directive, which takes immediate effect, will be subject to review at the end of the six months. It is expected to boost Nigeria’s shea value chain

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General

MOSOP Laments Slow Progress 35 Years After Ogoni Bill of Rights

The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has expressed disappointment that, thirty-five years after the historic signing of the Ogoni Bill of Rights, much has not been achieved. Speaking at an anniversary event to mark the milestone, one of the leaders of MOSOP, Olu-Andah Wai-Ogosu, said what is often celebrated today as

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General

NRC Suspends Abuja-Kaduna Train Operations After Derailment

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has suspended train operations on the Abuja-Kaduna route until further notice. NRC Managing Director, Kayode Opeifa, disclosed this while briefing journalists in Abuja, hours after the incident. He said technical staff of the corporation, in collaboration with the Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau and other relevant agencies, have commenced investigations into

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Education General

University Lecturers Protest Nationwide Over Unimplemented 2009 FG/ASUU Agreement

University lecturers across the country have staged protests against the Federal Government’s failure to implement the 2009 FG/ASUU agreement. At the University of Port Harcourt, the chairman of ASUU, Professor Omeh Ngwoke, said the government’s inaction has pushed many lecturers to seek opportunities abroad. He accused the Federal Government of paying lip service to education

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General Environment

Rivers Flood Simulation Exercise Ends Today

The five-day flood simulation exercise organised by the Rivers State Central Working Committee on Flood Management and Control will conclude today in Mbiama, Ahoada West Local Government Area. The exercise, conducted in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), was designed to prepare flood-prone communities across the state for possible emergencies. According to the

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General

NULGE Urges Members to Participate in Ongoing Branch Elections in Rivers

The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) in Rivers State has called on its members, candidates, and eligible voters to fully participate in the ongoing elections of Local Branch Executives, which commenced on Friday, August 22, 2025. In a statement jointly signed by the State President, Clifford Paul, and the State Secretary, Sunday Adeniran,

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General

Rivers Govt Reaffirms Commitment to Youth Development on International Youth Day

The Rivers State Government has restated its commitment to youth development, unity, and peace as the state joined the rest of the world to mark the 2025 International Youth Day. The three-day event, organised by the Ministry of Youth Development, was held at the Dr. Obi Wali International Conference Centre in Port Harcourt. Speaking at

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