The Ogba Christian Community in Ogba/Ebema/Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State have been called upon to come together and complete their Language Bible. The Chairman of the Bible Society of Nigeria,( BSN )Rivers/Bayelsa Area, Mr Omoni Ayo-Tamuno made the call while presenting a Special Member Certificate to the Bishop […]
War on Terror:At least 5 US military aircraft, troops arrive in Nigeria
Ahead of a joint military assault on insurgency,five US military aircraft and the first batch of United States troops have arrived in north-east region of Nigeria The New York Times is quoted as saying that a US military aircraft touched down in Maiduguri, the Borno state capital, on Thursday night. […]
NDLEA Arrests Nigerian Businessman,Two Angolans for Cocaine Trafficking
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a 34- year – old China-based Nigerian businessman and two Angolan nationals who excreted a total of 236 wraps of cocaine following their interception at airports in Abuja and Kano. The Director, Media and Advocacy at the NDLEA Headquarters, […]
Villa’s Exit From National Grid; A Vote of No Confidence in Nigeria’s Power Sector
By Michael Nsikak Umoh In the theatre of Nigerian governance, symbolism often speaks louder than policy briefs. Few images are as arresting as that of a landlord abandoning a crumbling estate to retreat into a privately fortified penthouse, while the tenants remain beneath a leaking roof. In this unfolding drama, […]
I Chose Weakness For Peace,Gov Fubara Says At Award Ceremony In Lagos
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara says his choice for what many perceive as “weakness” i was deliberate n order to preserve peace and stability in Rivers State. Gov Fubara disclosed this on Friday, February 13, 2026, while receiving The New Telegraph Man of The Year Award in Lagos.He dedicated the […]
Unlocking Nigeria’s Economic Potential : Power of Infrastructure Development
By Mohammed Manga Imagine a Nigeria where power is reliable, roads are smooth, and ports are bustling with efficiency – a Nigeria where economic opportunities abound and citizens thrive. This vision can be a reality with robust infrastructure development, the bedrock upon which the country’s economic growth and development are […]
Rivers Exco Dissolution: Dr Adaeze Ore Expresses Gratitude to Gov Fubara, Health Workforce
Former Commissioner for Health, Rivers State,Dr Adaeze Ore has sent a message of gratitude to Governor Siminilayi Fubara and the people of the state for the rare opportunity to serve as Commissioner saying it has been” one of the greatest honours in my life for which I will be forever […]
Nigeria and the One-Chance Phenomenon: The Owaza Escape
Weekend Titbits By Boma Nwuke In July 1999, I had a brush with death — though I did not know it at the time. Looking back now, with the benefit of age, experience and hindsight, I shudder at how naïveté and ambition almost led me into the waiting arms of […]
JUST IN:INEC Releases Timetable for 2027 General Elections, Fixes Presidential For February 20
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the timetable and schedule for the 2027 general elections.with presidential election slated for 20th February. The Commission’s Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan made the announcement during a press conference in Abuja on Friday. Amupitan explained that the announcement was made in accordance with […]
Rivers:Four Sentenced to Death By Hanging Over DPO Agbashim’s Murder
The Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has convicted and sentenced to death by hanging, four out of thirteen individuals standing trial over the killing of the former Divisional Police Officer of Ahoada East Police Division, SP Bako Amgbashin. The presiding judge, Justice Sika Aprioku also convicted and […]