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By Emmanuel Kanayo In the heart of the Niger Delta, where oil has brought both wealth and wounds, few voices speak with purpose rather than anger. Dr. Fyneface Dumnamene Fyneface is one of them — a son of Ogoniland bridging government, communities, and youth through environmental advocacy and peacebuilding. A Son of Ogoni, Shaped by Struggle Born in Kabangha community, Dr. Fyneface witnessed firsthand the environmental scars and social injustices that define Ogoniland. Inspired by Ken Saro-Wiwa’s legacy, he chose advocacy over conflict, grounding his work in dialogue and evidence. As President of the National Union of Ogoni Students (NUOS)…

By Our Reporter The Energy and Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria, EMR, Rivers State Council, says all is set for the commemoration of the 2026 World Oceans Day in Port Harcourt. The event, scheduled for Monday, June 8, at the Ernest Ikoli Press Centre, Moscow Road, Port Harcourt, will begin at 10 a.m. In a statement signed by the Chairman of the association, Martins Giadom, and Secretary, Ilanye Jumbo, EMR said this year’s celebration is themed, “Catalysing Action for Our Ocean and Climate.” The association noted that oceans and waterways play a critical role in sustaining fishing communities, supporting maritime…

By Chukwumaechi Godwin Stakeholders and youths on Friday gathered in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital to commemorate the World Environment Day 2026, and called for stricter monitoring of sanitation protocols across the state. This follows the growing poor environmental sanitation habits across the state marked by indiscriminate dumping and slow evacuation of refuse from collection points. The participants in a vibrant display of eco-conscious commitment alsospotlighted the urgent need for cleaner energy alternatives. Themed “Inspired by Nature for Climate for our Future,” the he event, which took place in Port Harcourt was sponsored by the United Nations Environment Programmed…

By Paul Williams Chairman, Association of Nigeria Licensed Customs Agents (ANLCA), Onne Seaport Chapter, Chief Ifeanyi Isikaku, has described the unprecedented N77.3 billion Customs revenue haul at Onne Port in April 2026 as an indication of economic growth in Nigeria’s eastern maritime region. He spoke on Tuesday when members of the Coalition of Maritime Journalists Association of Nigeria (COMJAN), led by Ralph John, paid him a visit to promote collaboration between ANLCA and maritime media practitioners. Isikaku’s comment highlights improved operations at Onne Port that have seen a jump in revenue and vessel traffic over the past year. The Nigeria…

By Paul Williams NLNG’s shipping subsidiary, Bonny Gas Transport Limited (BGT), has awarded contracts to build three new LNG vessels as part of a fleet renewal programme. The contracts were signed with Hudong-Zhongua Shipbuilding (Group) Co. Limited and China Shipbuilding Trading Co. Limited. The gas company said in a release made available to newsmen, “Each vessel will have a cargo capacity of 174,000 cubic metres and will be fitted with advanced X-DF propulsion technology. “This technology improves fuel efficiency and reduces emissions compared to older vessel designs. “The vessels are expected to be delivered in 2029. They will be chartered…

Onyema Godwin, Port Harcourt Stakeholders of some Niger Delta communities have added their voices to the growing calls for the end of gas flaring in Nigeria. The stakeholders who are from communities affected by environmental pollution and degradation are also advocating renewable energy as alternative to fossil fuels. The communities made their position known at the Global Week of Action, organized by the Quest for Growth and Development Foundation under the theme “Kick the Polluters Out”, held in Port Harcourt Rivers State. Speaking at the town hall meeting, which brought together community leaders, civil society representatives, and traditional rulers, Barr.…

By: Ehichioya Ezomon Has Edo State chapter of the Coalition of Registered Political Parties (CRPP) dragged Governor Monday Okpebholo before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), to investigate the funds for the construction of the Ramat Park Flyover Bridge in Aduwawa, Ikpoba Hill, and Adesuwa Junction Flyover Bridge on Sapele Road, both in Benin City, the capital city? It’s the second time (or more) in four months that the CRPP has threatened Okpebholo with the law in the discharge of his duties as the Chief Executive of the state. On January 27, 2026, the CRPP, through its regional…

Gateway International Church, situate at Egbelu/ Ogbogoro, road, off St. John’s junction, has sent a  strong warning signal to one Entereo Homes to keep off from its property. ‎Executive Pastor, Gateway International Church, Pastor Matthew Ogaren, gave the warning while speaking to journalists at a special prayer session by the church on their land, at the Gateway International Church Life Centre, opposite TAF Estate, along Obiri-Ikwerre, Port Harcourt. ‎Pastor Ogaren said that the Church decided to come to the  Centre to pray on the land, and also posses it. ‎According to him, Gateway International Church would not fold its hands…

The African Immigrants Resource Centre (AIRC), USA, is calling for government investment and broad stakeholder support to end menstrual poverty in Nigeria. The call was made on Sunday during the 2026 World Menstrual Hygiene Day commemoration organised by AIRC through its ‘Give A Girl A Pad’ (GAGAP) initiative at St. Simon’s Anglican Church, Okporo District, Rumudara, Obio/Akpor LGA, Rivers State. The event with theme; “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld,” saw over 2,800 teenage girls received menstrual hygiene education, health talks and sanitary products, from the team. The gathering brought together teenage girls, teachers, healthcare workers, volunteers and community leaders to break…

As part of events to mark the 2026 Children’s Day, hundreds of Students from government-owned and privately-owned schools in Rivers State on Wednesday got a hands-on experience of aviation and military operations as the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Rivers State Command, partnered with the Nigerian Air Force to celebrate with the children. The event held at the Nigerian Air Force Base in Port Harcourt with theme “Inspiring Dreams, Building Futures,” exposed more than 38 schools to the world of aviation through base excursions, lectures, drama presentations, quiz competitions and child safety sessions. Participating schools included Air Force Secondary School,…