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The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has so far provided potable water to 30 Ogoni communities in Rivers State. This is particularly so as the Project joined the world to commemorate this year’s World Water Day. Project Coordinator of HYPREP, Prof Nenibarini Zabbey, who gave the indication in a statement issued in Port Harcourt, to mark this year’s World Water Day said the theme of this year’s celebration, “Glacier Preservation”, underscores the need to protect the world’s freshwater sources, which sustain ecosystems, support human life, and regulate the climate. According to him, the theme specifically highlights the importance of preserving…
On the backdrop of the declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers state by President Bola Tinubu, a frontline legal luminary, Chief Albert Owuru has joined other well-meaning Nigerians in condemning the state of emergency, saying the emergency rule is an invitation of the military aganist democratic governance. Owuru, in a statement signed by the Regional Director, Africa Without Borders, Dr.H.D. Abbas, and made available to this publication, said the unconstitutional suspension of the elected Governor of Rivers State to install a Sole Administrator is a representation of an army occupation of a State under the guise of invoking…
The first United States of America (USA) black woman elected to Congress as a Republican, Rep. Mia Love is dead. According to her family, Rep Mia Love passed away last Sunday following a battle with an aggressive form of brain cancer. A report monitored on CNN indicates that the family, in a post on X announced that it was “with grateful hearts filled to overflowing for the profound influence of Mia on our lives, we want you to know that she passed away peacefully today” in her home surrounded by family members. The deceased, who was 49, was elected as…
Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has added his voice to the growing dissent against President Tinubu’s imposition of emergency rule in Rivers state by condemning the suspension of elected officials in Rivers State, asserting that the declaration of a state of emergency in the state is contrary to the spirit of federalism. In an interview with an international news outlet, Prof Soyinka expressed concern over the excessive power granted to the president under Nigeria’s 1999 constitution, emphasizing the need for a national conversation to address the issue. “If it is constitutionally right, then I think it is about time we…
The newly appointed administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok Ete Ekwe Ibas (Rtd) will today, March 24, 2025 meet with civil servants at the State Secretariat Complex in Port Harcourt, capital of the state. In a circular dated March 21, 2025 and signed by the state’s Head of Service, Dr George Nwaeke informed that: “I hereby write to inform you that His Excellency, Vice Admiral (Rtd), Ibok-ete Ekwe Ibas CFR, Administrator, Rivers State will be visiting the State Secretariat Complex on Monday, 24 March, 2025. “In light of the above, you are requested to inform all your staff to…
Several Nollywood stars and other big names in the industry turn up in their numbers as Nollywood Actress, Ini Edo lays her father to rest with pomp and pageantry. Nollywood stars were in Uyo, capital of Akwa Ibom State yesterday, March 21, 2025 to commiserate with actress Ini Edo as she laid her father to rest. The actress lost her father weeks back and her family gave him a befitting burial. Some of her colleagues who graced the funeral ceremony included Uche Jombo, Rita Dominic, Desmond Elliot, Mary Remmy Njoku and Nancy Isime. Others were Ik Ogbonna, Lilian Afegbai, Ruth Kadiri…
Former world heavyweight boxing champion, George Foreman, renowned for his iconic bouts and larger-than-life personality, died on Friday, March 21 at the age of 76. A statement from his family which has gone viral on social media confirmed that the former world heavyweight boxing champion died peacefully on March 21, 2025, surrounded by family members and loved ones. According to the statement, “With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman Sr. We are grateful for the outpouring of love and prayers and kindly ask for privacy as we honor the extraordinary life of a man we…
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio has dismissed allegations that he facilitated the distribution of $15,000 in bribes to senators to secure their endorsement of the proclamation of emergency rule state in Rivers State, describing the claims as baseless, fabricated and a “campaign of hate” against him. Speaking through his Special Adviser on Media, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio denied any involvement in financial inducements, emphasizing that the breaking of fast was a longstanding tradition. “I am aware and it is true that since Senator Godswill Akpabio, the president of the Senate, assumed that position, he has been breaking fast. He did it last…
Suspended Governor Siminalayi Joseph Fubara of Rivers State participated in a zoom meeting of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors Forum on Friday where far reaching decisions, including the political impasse in Rivers state were taken. One of such is their intention to challenge the emergency rule imposed in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. In a communique signed by Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, the governors reaffirmed their commitment to upholding the Constitution, defending democratic governance and ensuring that the rule of law is maintained in Nigeria. The communique read: “The Forum employed the…
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle has recorded his first win as the three-time African champions defeated the Amavubi of Rwanda 2-0 in a matchday five encounter at the Amahoro Stadium, Kigali on Friday night. Coach Chelle said his team would now shift focus to their next 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against the Warriors of Zimbabwe. It was Nigeria’s first win in the qualifying series. Victor Osimhen scored twice for the three-time African champions in the game. Osimhen grabbed a brace in the encounter with Ademola Lookman also providing an assist. The Super Eagles moved up to fourth…