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Rivers Flood Committee, NEMA Begin Simulation Exercise in Ahoada West

The Rivers State Central Working Committee on Flood Management and Control has announced the commencement of a Simulation Exercise scheduled to run from today through Tuesday, August 26. According to a statement from the committee, the exercise is being conducted in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and will take place in Mbiama,

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Labour Party Flags Off Campaigns for Rivers LG Elections

The Labour Party in Rivers State, led by Deinye Pepple, says it has commenced campaigns ahead of the August 30th local government elections. Speaking to journalists, Pepple disclosed that the party will field candidates for chairmanship and councillorship positions in 14 local government areas. He expressed confidence that Labour Party candidates would emerge victorious in

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Rivers Police Arrest Officers Over Assault of Young Man in Port Harcourt

The Rivers State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of officers accused of assaulting a young man in Port Harcourt. Police spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, said the officers are currently in detention and will face disciplinary action for their alleged involvement in the incident. According to her, the Commissioner of Police has ordered a full-scale

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INEC Declares Zamfara Kaura-Namoda South Bye-Election Inconclusive

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the Kaura-Namoda South Constituency bye-election in Zamfara State inconclusive. The Returning Officer, Professor Lawal Sa’adu of the Federal University, Gusau, announced the decision, citing that the margin between the leading party and the runner-up was smaller than the number of Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) collected in polling

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Tinubu Congratulates Winners of By-Elections, Commends INEC

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the winners of the by-elections held on Saturday across 16 constituencies in 12 states. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for what he described as “hitch-free elections, mostly devoid of violence.”

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PDP Flags Off Ward-to-Ward Campaign in Obio/Akpor LGA

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Campaign Organization in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area has officially commenced its ward-to-ward campaign. The campaign train kicked off on Saturday in Zone One, covering Wards 1, 2, 3, and 7, with a rally held at Okporo Primary School, Mgbuesilaru. Addressing supporters, the PDP chairmanship candidate for Obio/Akpor, Dr. Gift Worlu,

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Rivers CSOs Accuse RSIEC of Recruiting Impostors Ahead of LG Elections

The Rivers State Civil Society Organisations (RIVCSOs) has accused the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) of recruiting impostors to pose as civil society members in order to legitimize the forthcoming local government elections. Chairman of RIVCSOs, Enefa Georgewill, alleged that politicians have consistently created groups masquerading as civil society organisations to validate what he

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Tony Okocha Commends RSIEC, APC Leaders Hail Peaceful Primaries

A member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State, Tony Okocha, has praised the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) for what he described as a transparent process ahead of the August 30 elections. Speaking during the presentation of flags to candidates, he urged supporters to maintain peace before, during, and after the

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Rivers APC Accuses RSIEC of Bias Over Candidate List Recognition

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has criticised the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) over remarks that the list submitted by its chairman, Emeka Beke, would be kept only for record purposes. APC spokesperson Darlington Nwauju said the comment signals a premeditated plan by the commission, accusing RSIEC of recognising a faction

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RSIEC Meets Civil Society Groups, Assures Credible August 30 Elections

The Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) has met with members of Civil Society Organisations ahead of the August 30 local government elections. Chairman of RSIEC, Dr. Michael Odey, assured that the commission is fully prepared to conduct a credible poll and urged civil society groups to sensitise voters on exercising their franchise. He called

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