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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…

It was celebration of Life as dignitaries from all walks of Life from within and outside Abia State gathered last Saturday November 8, 2025 at Akoli Town, Agbama, Olokoro in Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State to pay their last respect to the life and times of late Elder (Pa) Elijah Nnokwam Onukaogu as he was laid to rest in his hometown. Akoli Town in Agbama, Olokoro came alive as several cultural and youth groups entertained friends and well wishers of the deceased who had thronged the Akoli Town hall, venue of the funeral service for the late…

The United States (US) President Donald Trump has expressed disgust over the wanton killings of Christians in Nigeria and accused the government of supporting genocide in some parts of the north. Trump made the accusation last Friday on his verified Truth social media handle urged the US Senators to list Nigeria among the Countries of Particular Concern (CPC). In a social media post criticising what he called the “mass slaughter” of Christians in the country, Trump wrote that the United States would “immediately stop all aid and assistance to Nigeria” and warned the Nigerian government to “move fast”. When President…

THIS ADMINISTRATION IS DETERMINED TO LEAVE LASTING LEGACIES THAT WILL SERVE BOTH PRESENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS – ENGR. OFORI In a move to accelerate judicial development and accessibility within Abua/Odual Local Government Area, the Executive Chairman, Hon. Engr. Owolobi Michael Ofori, has met with the contractors handling the construction of the State High Court complex in Ayama, Abua. The meeting, which took place at the Council Secretariat, focused on addressing grey areas in the contract terms, project specifications, and delivery timelines to ensure timely commencement and completion of the project. It would be recalled that following the intervention and persistent…

BACKGROUND1. Air Vice Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke was born on 20 February 1972 in Makurdi, Benue State to the family of Air Warrant Officer Sylvester and Mrs Ngozi Aneke. He hails from Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. Air Vice Marshal Aneke attended Army Children School New Cantonment ‘A’ NDA Kaduna from 1976 – 1982 where he obtained his first school leaving certificate. He proceeded to Government College Kaduna from 1982 – 1987 where he obtained his West African School Certificate. 2. Air Vice Marshal Aneke started his military career on 10 September 1988 when he was enlisted into…

Finally, the presidency has dismissed reports and rumours of an alleged coup plot to oust the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. It has also reaffirmed its confidence in the military’s loyalty to the federal government of Nigeria . Speaking on a national television programme, monitored in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital on Tuesday October 28, 2025, the Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication to the President, Sunday Dare, said there was “no coup attempt” anywhere in the country, saying that the government fully aligns with the military’s position which had earlier denied such reports. In the programme,…

It was jubilations and dancing galore last Sunday October 26, 2025 as the family of Pastor Justin and Deaconess Anuri Ogu of Eneka town in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State celebrated their 25th marriage anniversary. The ceremony, which took place at the Balm of Gilead Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) in Eneka where the couple are resident Ministers of God attracted many dignitaries from within and outside the church as well as prominent personalities in and out of Eneka town. Pastor Edoki, who ministered at the event said that he has known the couple…