Politics

Rivers Government Reaffirms Commitment to Women Empowerment in Medicine

The Rivers State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that build capacity, promote mentorship, and ensure that no woman is left behind in the pursuit of excellence. The State Deputy Governor, Professor Ngozi Ordu, stated this during the 2025 Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria (MWAN), Rivers State Branch, Week and Investiture Ceremony held

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Politics

Court Dismisses Suit by Beke-Led APC Faction Against RSIEC

A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has dismissed a suit filed by Fubara Dagogo and eight others, members of the Chief Emeka Beke-led faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC), against the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) over the nomination of candidates for the August 30, 2025, local government elections. The

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Politics

Activist Says Nigerians Desperate for Leader to Restore Nation’s Glory

A human rights activist, Charles Jaja, says Nigerians are longing for a true leader who can restore the country’s lost status as the “Giant of Africa.” Jaja made the comment while reacting to remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump on the killings of Christians in Nigeria. According to him, Trump’s statement describing Nigeria as a

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Politics

Atiku Urges INEC to Prove Credibility Ahead of Anambra Governorship Election

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to prove its credibility as the Anambra governorship election scheduled for November 8, 2025 approaches. In a post shared on his X handle, Atiku noted that the election presents an opportunity for the commission to restore confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system amid

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Politics

Samuel-Horsfall Reaffirms Loyalty to Governor Fubara Beyond Party Lines

A former Rivers State Commissioner for Energy, Paworiso Samuel-Horsfall, has reiterated his unwavering support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara, declaring that he will stand with the Governor regardless of any future political direction he may take. Samuel-Horsfall acknowledged his continued loyalty to his political background but emphasized that his commitment to Governor Fubara goes beyond party

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Politics Features

Independent and Unaccountable: A New Code for Nigeria’s Judiciary

By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu Among the doctrines that underpin the legal process in Nigeria, few are as profound and pervasive as judicial independence, but no doctrine in the ecosystem of the law rivals its elusiveness. The idea is ubiquitous in the syllabus of every programme leading to the award of a degree in law, in political science or

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Politics Features

NGO–ATLANTIC–OYOROKOTO ROAD: GOV FUBARA’S BOLD PATHWAY TO THE BLUE ECONOMY

By Nelson Chukwudi In Andoni, a new road is emerging from the swamps, cutting through mangroves and waterways, stretching steadily toward the Atlantic Ocean. The 13.52-kilometer Ngo–Atlantic–Oyorokoto Road is far more than an engineering project; it is a bold declaration of purpose. It tells the story of a people long isolated by geography, and a

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Politics

Obio/Akpor Chairman Presents ₦5.3bn Supplementary Budget

The Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Dr. Gift Worlu, has presented a supplementary appropriation bill of ₦5.3 billion to the Legislative Council for consideration and approval. Presenting the proposal, Dr. Worlu said the supplementary budget is intended to support the completion of ongoing projects and address emerging socio-economic needs in the council. He noted

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Politics

Rivers APC Council Chairmen to Know Fate November 5

Local government chairmen elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the recent council polls in Rivers State will know their fate on November 5, 2025. This follows the announcement by the Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt that it will deliver ruling on that date in a suit filed

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Foreign Politics

Fresh Protests Erupt Across Tanzania After Disputed Election

Fresh protests have erupted in major cities across Tanzania, a day after elections marred by clashes between opposition supporters and security forces. Gunfire was reported in the northern city of Mwanza on Thursday, while confrontations between demonstrators and police also broke out in the capital, Dodoma. In Dar es Salaam, the country’s commercial hub, heavy

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