Oil and Gas General

Over 30 Years After Military Invasion, 17 Ogoni Communities in Tai Still Struggle Without Basic Amenities

More than three decades after seventeen Ogoni communities in Tai Local Government Area were sacked during the military era, residents say they are still battling hardship, neglect, and the absence of basic social amenities. Speaking on behalf of the women in Lekuma community, Baridi Deekor recalled the pain and devastation caused by the 1994 military

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Community General

Ikwerre Council Chairman Reaffirms Commitment to Protecting Lives and Property

The Chairman of Ikwerre Local Government, Charles Wobodo, has reiterated his administration’s dedication to safeguarding lives and property across the council. Wobodo made the declaration during a meeting with the Igwuruta Council of Chiefs and Elders, commending the traditional leaders for presenting resolutions aimed at promoting peace and development in the community. He assured the

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General Community

KAGOTE Downplays Insecurity Reports in Khana

The apex Ogoni socio-cultural organisation, KAGOTE, has dismissed reports suggesting a surge in insecurity in Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State. Spokesperson of KAGOTE, Menele Nzidee, clarified that some of the security threats recorded in Khana were largely reprisal attacks between rival gang groups, rather than a widespread breakdown of law and order. He

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General Community

Ex-Obio/Akpor Chairman Ihunwo Denies Land Grabbing Allegation

The immediate past Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Chijioke Ihunwo, has denied allegations of land grabbing levelled against him by the council authority. Ihunwo, who spoke through his lawyer, Obidinma Obidinma, criticised the Obio/Akpor Local Government Council for acting on a petition over a disputed piece of land without first obtaining his side of

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General Health

Rivers State University Teaching Hospital Unveils Service Excellence Unit

The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital has unveiled a Service Excellence Unit aimed at improving patient care and service delivery. According to the hospital’s management, the newly established unit will serve as a dedicated platform to receive and address complaints, feedback, and concerns from patients and their families. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, the Chief

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Technology General

Data Privacy Concerns Threaten Financial Inclusion

By Paul Chimodo Experts have raised concerns that persistent data privacy and security challenges could hinder Nigeria’s progress toward broader financial inclusion, despite increasing access to digital services and mobile connectivity. They emphasized the need for stronger regulatory frameworks, improved cybersecurity systems, and public awareness to build trust in digital financial platforms and protect users

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General

Ezekwesili Accuses Senate of Plot to Undermine 2027 Elections

A transparency and good governance advocate, Oby Ezekwesili, has alleged that the decision by the Senate of Nigeria to include certain provisos in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill is aimed at enabling the rigging of the 2027 general elections. Ezekwesili made the remarks while speaking on the fourth day of an ongoing demonstration. The former

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Security General

DHQ Confirms Arrival of 100 U.S. Military Personnel in Nigeria

The Defence Headquarters has confirmed the arrival of 100 United States military personnel and equipment in Nigeria. According to a statement by the defence spokesman, Samaila Uba, the personnel arrived at the Bauchi Airfield. Uba said the deployment followed a recent security agreement between Nigeria and the United States. He added that the Federal Government

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Religion General

Sultan Declares February 18 as First Day of Ramadan 1447AH

The Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar has declared Wednesday, February 18, 2026, as the first day of the Holy Month of Ramadan 1447AH. The monarch announced that the crescent moon was sighted in nearly all parts of the country on Tuesday, the 29th day of Sha’aban, thereby confirming Wednesday as the commencement of fasting. In a

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General Economy

RIMA to Open Microfinance Bank Branches Across Rivers Senatorial Districts

The Rivers State Microfinance Agency (RIMA) has announced plans to establish microfinance bank branches in each of the state’s three senatorial districts, aiming to expand access to loans in rural communities. Managing Director Pastor Jonathan Tobin disclosed the plans in an interview, saying the initiative is part of Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s drive to boost small

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