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The Rivers State Government has encouraged youths across the state to consider a career in the Nigerian Army as an opportunity to serve the nation, acquire valuable skills and prepare themselves for positions of greater responsibility in the future. The Secretary to the Rivers State Government, Dr. Dagogo Wokoma, made the call during an interaction meeting between representatives of the Nigerian Army, traditional rulers and youth leaders from the 23 Local Government Areas of the state. Dr. Wokoma noted that the strength and effectiveness of the military institution largely depend on the quality of young men and women who join…

The Bayelsa State Executive Council on Wednesday observed a minute silence in honour of four of its citizens in the ill-fated Nigeria Air Force (NAF) plane that crashed on Monday in Ondo State. The NAF, in a statement, said it lost 25 of its personnel in the tragic incident, including the four from Bayelsa identified as Flight Lieutenant Tarila Lazarus (Southern Ijaw Local Government Area), Sergeant Izibenikien Samuel (Yenagoa), Sergeant Ebimobowei Charles Alafuka (Ekeremor) and Godstime Tarabina (Kolokuma/Opokuma) Governor Diri, who presided at the 198th session of the meeting in the Executive Council Chambers in Government House, Yenagoa, expressed grief…

As preparations intensify for the 2026 edition of the Practical Nigerian Content (PNC) Forum, slated for November 30 – December 3, 2026, the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) and its partner, DMG Events, have strengthened their long-standing collaboration with the Bayelsa State Government, to ensure the seamless hosting of the flagship industry gathering. This commitment was underscored on Tuesday during a strategic engagement between officials of NCDMB and DMG Events with the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Dr. Peter Pereotubo Akpe, at the Government House in Yenagoa. The meeting was convened to appreciate the State Government for its…

Former Rivers State Commissioner for Local Government Affairs and one-time governorship candidate of the United Nigeria People’s party (UNPP),  Prince Charles Osiminibeke, has received the NDC candidate for the Emohua/Ikwerre Federal Constituency,  Fubara Ohaka, and other political stakeholders during a courtesy visit over the weekend to mark his birthday. The visit provided an opportunity for the political stakeholders to celebrate with the former commissioner and also formally inform him of their intentions ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during the occasion, Osiminibeke expressed his appreciation to the aspirants and other guests for taking time out of their schedules to…

The newly appointed Vice Chairperson of the Continental Executive Council (CEC) of the Africa Blue Economy Roundtable (ABER), Barr. Sophie De Sylvie Djoufa Tiemagni, has expressed deep appreciation to the Convener and Chief Executive Officer of ABER, Dr. Piriye Kiyaramo, for entrusting her with one of the highest strategic responsibilities in the Roundtable. In an emotional letter of acceptance, Barr. Tiemagni described the appointment as “not an ordinary appointment, but an extraordinary honour, a tremendous responsibility, and above all, a profound expression of trust.” “I had to look at it more than once. I could hardly believe my eyes. Your…

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, in collaboration with other security agencies, have rescued the 20 prospective NYSC corps members who were abducted in Imo State on October 1, 2026. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu Okonko, said the victims were rescued at about 4:28 p.m. on 7th October, 2026, at Amakohia Ubi Village, Imo State, following sustained and coordinated search-and-rescue operations by the security agencies. Following their safe recovery, the victims have been taken for medical examination and necessary medical attention as part of the post-rescue process. The successful rescue followed sustained operational coordination and collaboration among the…

By Paul Williams Nigeria’s Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, on Monday, October 5, 2026, paid his maiden official visit to the INTERPOL General Secretariat in Lyon, France, as part of efforts to deepen international police cooperation and strengthen the Nigeria Police Force’s response to transnational crime. The IGP met with the INTERPOL Secretary General, Mr Valdecy Urquiza, and other senior officials of the organisation, with discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in cybercrime, counter-terrorism, financial crime, organised crime, fugitive tracking, intelligence sharing and the effective use of INTERPOL databases and policing tools. The engagement also provided an opportunity to review…

A 50-years-old murder suspect, Bethlehem Nwanlia on Monday, threw the Bayelsa State High Court into frenzy when he flushed his chest, slumped and died while awaiting final judgement in the case of conspiracy, kidnapping and multiple murders. The deceased, Bethlehem Nwalia, 32 years old Gideon Atama and Clever Ovo were arrested by Police operatives attached to the Operation Puff Adder now known as Violent Crime Response Unit headed by CSP Chris Nwaogbo. The incident occured in justice Micheal Amadise Ekadi court eleven. They were arrested for the 2022 murders of Odeinyefa Ogbolosingha (an in-law to Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri),…

The Provisional Committee of the proposed Nigerian Coast Guard (PC-NCG) has extended its deepest condolences to the Government and people of Benue State, particularly the families of victims of the tragic boat accident on River Katsina-Ala at Buruku Crossing on Saturday, 3rd October, 2026. The Committee stressed that maritime safety in Nigeria must move from reaction to prevention, noting that a statutorily empowered Nigerian Coast Guard would enforce compliance BEFORE boarding, not just rescue after tragedy. In a statement issued by the Director of Communication & Public Affairs, Dr. Piriye Kiyaramo, on behalf of the Chief Executive and Accounting Officer,…

By: Ehichioya Ezomon Since whispers heralded the 2027 General Election, aftermath of the Supreme Court sealing of their last hope of reversing the outcome of the February 25, 2023, presidential ballot, Nigeria’s opposition politicians and their supporters have claimed that “Nigerians” would defeat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) before 12 pm on January 16, 2027. Whether made glibly or with serious intent, fair-minded members of the public wonder how realistic that boast is, given that election opens officially at 8 am/8:30 am, and closes at 2 pm/2:30 pm before sorting, collation, counting and…