Features General

Nigeria: Ending the afflictions of age falsifications by Judges, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

“The mind grows old, no less than the body.” Aristotle, The Politics, Book II, Ch. 9, 146 (Penguin Classics, 1981) A little over two decades away from its perception as a shrine for the resolution of the most rarefied disputes in the country, the Supreme Court of Nigeria played host to a Nigerian drama. With

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Education General

Prince Tonye T.J.T Princewill Appointed as Chairman of University of Port Harcourt Alumni Board of Trustees

In a momentous event that marks a new chapter for the University of Port Harcourt Alumni Association, the organization officially inaugurated its Board of Trustees for the 2025–2029 term in a ceremony filled with hope and anticipation. The event, held on Friday and attended by key alumni figures from across Nigeria and beyond—including the National

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Entertainment & Lifestyle General

Angélique Kidjo makes history with Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

Beninese music icon and five-time Grammy winner, Angélique Kidjo, has made history as the first African artiste ever selected for a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The announcement was made on Wednesday, during a conference by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce in Los Angeles, unveiling the Class of 2026 honourees. Kidjo, whose four-decade

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South-South Chambers of Commerce Pledge Commitment to Inclusive Growth and Job Creation

The Coalition of South-South Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (COSSCCIMA) has expressed its readiness to spearhead efforts toward inclusive economic growth and job creation within the region. The President of COSSCCIMA, Indutimi Komonibo, disclosed this during the South-South Job Creation and Economic Review Summit held in Port Harcourt. He emphasized that stronger collaboration

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Ogoniland Elder Statesman Calls for Calm Over Controversies Surrounding Oil Resumption Dialogue

An elder statesman from Ogoniland, Andah Wai Ogosu, has appealed for calm amid rising tensions following some controversies surrounding the report of the dialogue committee on the resumption of oil activities in the area. Addressing journalists in Port Harcourt, Ogosu described certain remarks made by some stakeholders as divisive and inciting. He urged leaders and

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GEIL/LEKOIL JV, UAAA HCDT hands over 1,200 scholarships, unveils projects in Rivers

Over 1200 scholars bagged scholarships in a part of Rivers State Wednesday, July 3, 2025. Community projects were also commissioned as evidence that the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) is working in the area of host community engagement and development. Details:The Ugama Ekede, Ayama Ekede, Asukama, and Asukoyet Host Community Development Trust (UAAA HCDT), in partnership

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Judiciary General

Justice Ebiyerin Omukoro Regains Freedom After 12 Days in Kidnapping Ordeal

ustice Ebiyerin Omukoro, a serving judge of the Bayelsa State High Court, has been released after being kidnapped by masked gunmen in Yenagoa, the state capital, 12 days ago. Justice Omukoro was abducted on the evening of Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Kilimanjaro Eatery, located opposite Ekeki Park, shortly after returning from a trip to

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Education General

Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology Prepares for Entrance Examination

All arrangements are now in place for the upcoming entrance examination into the diploma and certificate programs at the Rivers State College of Health Science and Management Technology. In a statement issued by the acting Provost of the college, Dr. Peace Chigozirim Amadi, it was announced that the examination will take place on Saturday, July

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Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project Launches Health Impact Study for Ogoni People

In accordance with recommendations from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has officially commenced a health impact assessment study focused on the residents of Ogoni. The study aims to evaluate the health effects of hydrocarbon pollution on the local population. The human biomonitoring component of the study is scheduled

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Foreign General

Dalai Lama Confirms He Will Have a Successor, Rebuffing Beijing’s Claims

Exiled Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has officially confirmed that he will have a successor, addressing longstanding speculation about the future of the 600-year-old institution following his passing. In a widely anticipated video message to his followers, he emphasized that only the trust he established has the authority to appoint his successor. Beijing quickly

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