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Son of  President Bola Tinubu’s son, Barr. Seyi Tinubu has appointed the National President of Arise Nigeria, High Chief Jasper Johnson from Aluu in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State as the Rivers State Coordinator of Relax Tinubu Is Fixing Nigeria(RTIFN).‎‎This appointment followed several round of talks regarding the desire of Arise Nigeria to join forces with Seyi Tinubu’s group for a formidable outing in next year’s general elections.‎‎In a press statement issued by the Rivers State Media Director of Arise Nigeria, Mr. Wenenda Weli in Port Harcourt and made available to newsmen, Chief Johnson said that RTIFN is…

By: Ehichioya Ezomon Two hidden facts emerged from the Wednesday, June 10, 2026, explanation by the spokesman of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Osa Director, on why the political parties, weeks after the legislative primaries held in May 2026, didn’t publish the lists of candidates that scaled the ballots: Those who won have been notified; and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) leads in no-disclosure of the winners. On whether the NDC would publish the names of its successful candidates, Mr Director said: “It is not compulsory for you to publish a list of candidates. What the (1999) Constitution…

The Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has assured that his administration will continue to prioritize peace and prosperity of the citizens, including the welfare of Members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) posted to the State.‎‎Governor Fubara stated this on Monday at the NYSC permanent orientation camp, Nonwa-Gbam, Tai, when he addressed the Corps Members and declared the orientation course opened.‎‎Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Special Services Bureau, Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Sir Samson Dede, Sir Fubara, further assured of his administration’s “unwavering determination and commitment to supporting the operations of the NYSC Scheme…

… As Community Life Collapses  By Emma Sunday Kebetkache Women Development and Resource Centre, Social Action, alongside other Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), and the Ijaw Youth Council, Eastern Zone, have urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency in Bille Kingdom, Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State, following months of uncontained gas eruptions threatening thousands of residents. The groups, under the aegis of the People’s Assembly, made the call on Saturday during an emergency Community/Civil Parliament on the Bille Hydrocarbon Eruption, titled: “From Outrage to Action: A People’s Parliament for Environmental Accountability.” The People’s Assembly, made up…

By Paul Williams Non-governmental organisation, Ese Usamali Foundation For Rural Development (EUFORDe), has partnered with the Women’s Ministry of Assemblies of God Church to mark this year’s Mother’s Day with a call for stronger parental responsibility and deeper family bonding. The event, which held recently and was hosted by the resident pastor, Rev. E. C. Okere, alongside his wife, Rev. Mrs. Anne Okere, drew more than 420 participants, including women, church members and guests, for a lively and reflective session on the theme, ‘Breaking Barriers to Our Responsibility.’ A major highlight of the celebration was a debate anchored by EUFORDe…

By Constance Meju (National Point) As campaigns for smarter agricultural practices with more nature friendly options grow, over 60 smallholder farmers in Gelegele community, Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State, were on Tuesday, April 28, trained on how to produce biofertilizers and biopesticides for use in their farms. The practical step-down agroecology training, which took place in a farm site, was facilitated by Gbolekekro Women Empowerment and Development Organization (GWEDO) in collaboration with the Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF). Executive Director of GWEDO, Cynthia Bulubiere Bright, said the decision to train the farmers using organic “materials…

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has charged senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force to remain proactive, intelligence-driven, and adaptive in addressing the evolving security challenges confronting the nation.‎‎The charge was given during the monthly conference with strategic senior officers of the Nigeria Police Force held at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan Peacekeeping Centre, Force Headquarters, Abuja, on Tuesday, 9th June 2026. The conference brought together Deputy Inspectors-General of Police, Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, Commissioners of Police, and other senior officers to review the nation’s security situation and assess ongoing policing strategies.‎‎Addressing the officers, the Inspector-General of Police…

The Apex body of the Ikwerre ethnic nationality, the Ogbakor Ikwerre Cultural Organization Worldwide led by it’s President General, His Royal Majesty, Godspower Onuekwa, at it’s 2026 Ikwerre Day Celebration, conferred awards and honours on five of it’s illustrious sons for their contributions to the development of Ikwerre land and Rivers State in general. ‎ ‎ Those honoured at the event included a former Chief Judge of the State, Hon. Justice PNC Agumagu, a Professor of International Law and former Vice Chancellor of the Rivers State University (RSU), Prof. Nlerum Sunday Okogbule, a former Commissioner in the state, Sir. Owene…

By:  Mandy Chinyere‎‎Residents of Oro-Owo Community in Rumueme Kingdom, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State are counting their losses following another round of devastating flooding triggered by heavy rainfall in Port Harcourt.‎‎The affected residents have appealed to the Rivers State Government for urgent intervention to address the persistent flooding that has continued to plague the community.‎‎Speaking with newsmen, some residents lamented the extensive damage caused by the flash flood, noting that homes, businesses, and valuable property were severely affected.‎‎They explained that the recurring flooding frequently disrupts movement and economic activities within the area, while also posing serious health and…

By Paul Williams Despite calls for environmental justice for oil-bearing and impacted communities in Nigeria and the Niger Delta, these communities continue to endure oil spills, gas flaring, polluted water, and land degradation. The National Civil Society Coalition for Oil, Gas and Mining Host Communities on Saturday warned of worsening environmental conditions in Nigeria’s extractive regions and called on government and industry to take urgent action. The National Coordinator of the group, Lawrence Dube, said in a statement on June 6, 2026, as part of World Environment Day activities, that host communities continue to bear the brunt of oil spills,…