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The Kano State Government said the state is expecting the birth of between 600,000 and 700, 000 new babies in 2026 alone. Kano city The Executive Secretary of the Kano State Hospitals Management Board, Dr Mansur Mudi Nagoda, who disclosed this in Kano over the weekend, during the maiden convocation of the Sardauna College of Health Sciences and Technology, a private health institution in the state said that the figures are based on the 2006 population growth projection of 3.5 per cent in the state. Advertorial Warning that the state faces a daunting health challenge as its population continues to…
The Rivers State Police Command has launched a manhunt for the attackers of the King of Bangha Kingdom in Khana Local Government Area of the state, His Royal Majesty (HRM) Suanu Timothy Baridam. The monarch was reportedly shot in the leg while returning from an engagement in Okwale community in the same LGA on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Reports say the attack occurred between Taabaa Junction and Sogho in Khana LGA when armed assailants attempted to stop his vehicle. But that the driver reportedly refused to halt, prompting the attackers to open fire, injuring both the king and his driver. We gathered that the…
Iho Dimeze Ancient Kingdom witnessed a moment of cultural pride and historic significance on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, as renowned Journalist, Chief Emeka Amaefula, was formally installed with the chieftaincy title of “Ugo Oha I of IHO Dimeze.” The prestigious title was conferred by His Royal Majesty, Eze (Dr.) Chieze Martin Amaku, Dimeze II of Iho Dimeze Ancient Kingdom, in recognition of Amaefula’s outstanding service, commitment to community development and contributions to humanity. Chief Amaefula, a respected media professional and Bureau Chief of City People Magazine as well as former Bureau Chief of the now-defunct High Society Magazine, Lagos, was honoured…
A royal father, HRM King A. P. Ataisigwung Uboon Owawa of Ayama kingdom has commiserated with the good people of Opobo kingdom on the demise of their esteemed Monarch, King Dandeson Douglas Jaja, the Amanyanabo of Opobo kingdom. The traditional ruler opined that though it was not too good to start the year on a negative note, but that death is a necessary end and a call that everyone must answer, he noted that it’s very painful that the late Amanyanabo took a bow when his fatherly advice was needed the most, especially for Opobo people, Rivers State and even…
The National President of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN ), Dr. Badaki Aliyu, says the inauguration of the South South Zonal Council of the association calls for members to close ranks to further establish a stronghold on tourism development in the country. Speaking to members of the Travel Writers Corps, Rivers State Chapter, at the Le Meridien Hotel, Ogeyi Place, Port Harcourt, on the sidelines of the Inauguration, Aliyu, who drew strength from earlier observations that FTAN is fragmented in the zone said, such divisions would not be allowed under his watch. “I have assured the government…
It was a celebration of life and time well spent last Thursday November 13, 2025 in Egwi in Etche LGA of Rivers State when Professor Naboth Hanacho Alozie Nwafor buried his mother, late Deaconess Janet Amandem Nwafor (Nee Nwuzi) at the ripe age of 104 years. Prof Nwafor said that it is with inestimable Joy and happiness that he’s bidding his dear mother farewell, who, according to him, not only loved them as her children but also did her best to raise them up from nothing to the great heights they’ve all attained today. Prof Naboth said that her mother’s…
Odogwu Finds His Achalugo Ekwenuya Street and suburbs in Ogwashi-Uku, Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State were agog last weekend when the ‘Odogwu’ of Abua/Odual politics in Rivers State, Barr Zinami Iwariso fulfilled the traditional marriage rites for his ‘Achalugo’. Quite early on Saturday morning November 15, 2025, the suburbs were agog with lively guests, family members, friends and well wishers of the bride and groom in colourful attires, that added vibrancy and energy to the event streamed in and out of the venue. Laughter, excitement and love filled the community, courtesy of the couple. It was carnival…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday restated his administration’s resolve to ensure that Nigeria maximises its human, material, and intellectual potential for enhanced industrialisation, peace, and prosperity.He spoke at the Council Chambers in Abuja as he received in audience members of Course 33 of the National Defence College.He charged the participants to view themselves as agents of positive national development and commended them for their patriotic duty and commitment throughout the programme.President Tinubu reiterated that the government will always provide a platform for proffering inclusive solutions to emerging socio–economic national challenges.The President also stated that his administration was committed to…
As the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), Rivers State branch celebrates its annual International Accountants Day, a renowned tax expert, Prof Bariyima David Kiabel has stated that Nigerians are to pay less taxes as from next year 2026 when the Nigeria Tax Administration Act (NTA) 2025 comes into force. Prof Kiabel made the revelation on Monday November 10, 2025 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital while delivering a lecture to mark this year’s International Accountants Day organised by the state branch of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN). In his lecture at the event, captioned, “Current…
As the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), Rivers State branch celebrates its annual International Accountants Day, a renown tax expert, Prof Bariyima David Kiabel has stated that Nigerians are to pay less taxes as from next year 2026 when implementation of the Nigeria Tax Act (NTA) 2025 begins, Prof Kiabel made the revelation on Monday November 10, 2025 in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital while delivering a lecture to mark this year’s International Accountants Day organised by the state branch of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN). In his lecture at the event, captioned, “Current Tax…