A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt presided over by Justice G. O. Ollor has granted bail to the tune of N1m each to three ex-soldiers and seven civilians facing trial over alleged armed robbery, burglary and receipt of stolen property. The Nigeria Police Force had arraigned the suspects numbering 12 on the…
The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Rivers State, Chief Emeka Beke, has criticized the 27 lawmakers from the state House of Assembly who have denied their defection from the Peoples Democratic Party. Beke, an ally of former Minister of Transport Rotimi Amaechi, said these lawmakers, led by Martin Amaewhule, cannot deny their membership…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), in partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), is set to roll out the Livelihood Improvement Family Enterprises (LIFE-ND) project in Akwa Ibom, Imo, and Rivers States. This initiative, which will span six years, aims to enhance the economic conditions of…
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that he will not reconcile with Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State, despite efforts by President Bola Tinubu and other stakeholders to resolve the crisis between them. Wike, who marked his one year in office as FCT Minister, emphasized that he is focused on…
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reassured the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees that he is not leaving the party, contrary to speculation. He made this clarification during a visit from the PDP Board of Trustees, led by Chairman Senator Adolphus Wabara, at Government House in Port Harcourt. Governor Fubara expressed his gratitude…
A mysterious explosion has rocked the Action People’s Party (APP) secretariat in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, shattering windows. The blast occurred at midnight, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. The Rivers State Police Command swiftly deployed personnel and security vehicles to the scene, ensuring a smooth return to activities in the area. The APP, a…
… Working To Cushion Hardship Through Policies. Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara has charged the people of the State not to embark on the planned nationwide protest as it may not be the best option to the current economic situation in the country. Governor Fubara gave the charge while addressing youths under the aegis…
As the war on illegal refining intensifies, the Nigerian Air Force on Sunday hinted that its Operation Delta Safe destroyed 12 illegal refining sites and two reservoirs in airstrikes in Abia and Rivers states. This was revealed by the Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, AVM Edward Gabkwet, in a statement on Sunday in Abuja….
A violent clash between supporters of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara and ex-governor Nyesom Wike in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area resulted in a baby being tear-gassed and becoming unconscious. The incident occurred during a government medical outreach in the Eliozu community, where a heated argument and stone-pelting ensued between rival factions. Anti-riot policemen arrived, firing…
A Federal High Court in Abuja has declined to grant a motion seeking to restrain Governor Siminalayi Fubara from spending government funds pending the hearing and determination of a suit filed by the faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly, led by Martin Amaewhule. The court, presided over by Justice Emeka Nwite, ordered the…
