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By Mark Lenu Pensioners in Rivers State have again thanked Governor Siminalayi Fubara for the Christmas Bonus he gave pensioners during Christmas, while appealing to the governor to clear backlog of pension arrears. At a press conference in Port Harcourt, the Chairman, Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Rivers State Council, Comrade Sammy Eke also urged the state government to look into the payment of gratuities and death benefits The NUP chairman said: “It is with great concern that I address you on this press conference mainly for two reasons, vide: “1. To appeal to the State Government and all Pension Stakeholders…

By Amos Odhe A Niger Delta based Non-Governmentla Organisation and gender advocacy group, the Do Foundation has outlined reasons for the moves to recognise and award few individuals in the region for exceptional Leadership and commitment to Gender Equality. According to the Do Foundation, those nominated for the proposed “Gender Champions Hall of Fame ” are recognised for their fight against social injustice and all forms of inequality or oppression and violence. The Gender Champions Hall of Fame event is a Project by DO- Dise Ogbise Foundation, and scheduled for the 9th, 10th and 11th of October, 2026 while the…

The Provisional Committee of the Proposed Nigerian Coast Guard (PC-NCG) is grieving with the families of victims of the boat accident in Gorau, Goronyo LGA, Sokoto State on Thursday, August 20, 2026. According to the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), over 50 people, mostly children aged 10-15, lost their lives when an overloaded boat capsized while conveying farmers to rice fields. About 40 bodies have so far been recovered, and search operations continue. In a statement signed by Director of Communication & Public Affairs, Dr. Piriye Kiyaramo, on behalf of Chief Executive & Accounting Officer, Captain Noah Ichaba and made…

The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has described Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, as the most worker-friendly governor in the country, saying his administration has demonstrated unusual commitment to the welfare and retirement security of workers in the state. The commission gave the commendation on Thursday during a courtesy visit to Government House, Yenagoa, of a delegation led by the Finance Commissioner, Dr Charles Emukowhate, who represented the Director-General, Ms Omolola Oloworaran. The commission said the Diri administration had taken various steps to strengthen pension administration in the state, including the amendment of the Pensions Law in December 2022…

By Paul Williams The Inspector‑General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has adopted the Abuja Youth Declaration on Peace, Responsible Citizenship and Democratic Participation and backed a national campaign against political and digital thuggery. He made the announcement at the close of a three‑day International Youth Day programme in Abuja on Saturday, August 22, 2026. The programme, organised under the National Youth Leadership and Security Initiative of the Nigeria Police Force, was held under the theme “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations” and the campaign “My Future Is Greater Than Political and Digital Thuggery.” Disu said the Nigeria Police Force will move the…

… How Nigeria Pays Salaries to People Who Never Teach By Amb. Izuagbe Peter Ozimede The Scandal We Refuse to Name Every year we lament “teacher shortage.” Yet the deeper crisis is rarely spoken: thousands of people sit on government payroll as teachers who have not entered a classroom in years. This is The Ghost Teacher Syndrome — a quiet drain on our education budget and a direct assault on the future of millions of Nigerian children. Across states, three patterns repeat. There are those appointed for political patronage during elections who now run private businesses full-time, leaving PTA teachers…

By Emma Sunday Port Harcourt came alive Sunday night as highlife music legends, rising artistes, enthusiasts and fans, religious leaders, captains of industry, security chiefs, cultural stakeholders and dignitaries across South East and South South regions gathered for the 2nd edition of the Highlife Legendary Concert and Awards, celebrating icons of the genre. The concert, organised by World Icon Enter10ment, at the EUI Event Centre on August 9, 2026 also celebrated Nigeria’s rich musical roots while projecting Rivers State and Nigeria as a destination for cultural tourism. The event, chaired by entrepreneur, philanthropist and CEO of Five Star Music Concept,…

…As IFA Promotes Unity In Ikwerre Land via Football  By Emma Sunday Rumuodomaya FC of Obio/Akpor local government area, have emerged winners of the maiden Iwhuruohna Unity Cup, IUC’25, tournament, in Rivers State. The tournament, organised by the Ikwerre Football Association, IFA, kicked off on November 9, 2025 at Rumuodomaya Central Field, Obio/Akpor, and featured 10 communities from Ikwerre-speaking Local Government Areas of the State. The participating communities were Rumuodomaya, Rukpokwu, Emohua, Odegu, Uvuahu, Egbeda, Rundele, Omudioga, Elele and Omagw, drawn from Obio/Akpor, Ikwerre and Emohua local government areas. Rumuodomaya FC were crowned champions and handed the trophy after defeating…

The councillor representing Ward 10 in Abua/Odual Legislative Council in Rivers State, Hon. Olavokere Jamala, has lauded the local government Chairman, Engr. Michael Owolobi-Ofori, over the commencement of renovation of the Adibom Central State School Emelego. Jamala, who is also the Deputy Leader of the Abua/Odual Legislative Council, in a statement personally signed by him yesterday, stated that the dilapidated situation of the school had hampered learning for pupils in the area. He expressed gratitude, stating that when completed, the newly-renovated facility will provide a good learning environment for both teachers and pupils. He said: “The renovation works at Adibom…

By Paul Williams  Inspector‑General of Police Olatunji Rilwan Disu has called on Nigerian youths to shun political violence, digital thuggery and misinformation while embracing leadership, innovation and responsible citizenship. A statement by Force Public Relations Officer CSP Ani Iniedu said the IGP made the call on Thursday, 20 August 2026, while speaking at the three‑day National Youth Leadership and Security Dialogue in Abuja. The programme, which ran from 20 to 22 August 2026 under the theme “Different Contents, Common Aspiration”, was organised to commemorate International Youth Day 2026 as part of the National Youth Security and Peacebuilding Initiative. Designed to promote youth inclusion, peacebuilding, innovation and responsible citizenship, the event brought together youth leaders, government representatives, civil society and security stakeholders to discuss national security, digital responsibility, civic participation, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, innovation and mental health. Disu urged young Nigerians to reject political violence, criminal manipulation and digital thuggery, stressing that no political ambition is worth the future of any Nigerian youth. He charged them to choose peace, leadership, innovation and responsible citizenship over violence, hate, misinformation and other forms of destructive conduct. The IGP reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s commitment to protecting democratic participation, securing communities and partnering with young people and relevant stakeholders to build a safer, more peaceful society. He said the dialogue provides a platform for youths to contribute meaningfully to national development and democratic stability. Disu further expressed confidence that the three‑day engagement will produce practical outcomes that strengthen youth participation, community safety and national peace. The programme drew participation from government representatives, development partners, youth leaders, the Police Officers’ Wives Association, the Police Community Relations Committee, civil society groups and other stakeholders. Day One focused on youth leadership, security and national development, with sessions on national security, digital responsibility, civic participation, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, innovation and mental health.