“The time to move from rhetoric to action is now,” the Ajuga stated, adding that “A progressive, inclusive, and accountable constitution is possible—if the political will exists.” By TheInvestigator The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has presented comprehensive proposals to the National Assembly calling for a rights-focused constitutional review to advance good governance, gender inclusion, […]
Calabar Centre — designated as Centre B — will host representatives and stakeholders from Cross River, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom States. By TheInvestigator In a renewed effort to deepen Nigeria’s constitutional democracy, the House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution has announced the commencement of its Zonal and National Public Hearings […]
As of the time of filing this report, the Rivers State Police Command is yet to release an official statement regarding the incident. By NigerDelta Insider Tragedy struck in the Eagle Island area of Port Harcourt in the early hours of Tuesday, April 22, 2025, as Inspector Maxwell Zabu, a serving police officer, reportedly took […]
Ibas, a retired vice admiral and former Chief of Naval Staff, lamented the persistent instability in the state, stating that it pains him to witness the unrest. By Joshua Ogbologugo The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Ibok-Ete Ibas, has urged traditional rulers in the state to steer clear of partisan politics, emphasising their crucial role […]
“The position of the forum does not reflect the stance of the Cross River State Government,” Odey stated. By Kingsley Agim Cross River Acting Governor, Dr Peter Odey has distanced the state from a statement credited to the Chairman of the South-South Governors’ Forum opposing President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency […]
In a statement released by Joe Johnson, the State’s Commissioner for Information, Fubara said he has taken note of the Supreme Court judgment regarding state funds and the administration of local governments in Rivers. By Daniel Abia, P/Harcourt Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has acknowledged the Supreme Court ruling affirming Rt. Hon. Martin Amaewhule and […]
The newly established institution is expected to focus on environmental research and technology. By Sahara Reporters President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the Federal University of Environmental Technology, Ogoni, Rivers State. Tinubu signed the bill into law on Monday at the State House, Abuja. The newly established institution is expected to focus on […]
The government criticised the entitlement mentality of some youths who believe the region’s oil production gives them the right to harass contractors and demand money. By Dennis Naku The Federal Government has warned youths in the Niger Delta region to refrain from disrupting ongoing road projects in the area. The government criticised the entitlement mentality […]
By Salihu Ayatullahi, Toheeb Omotayo & Salihu Shola Taofeek In a two-month-long investigation, The Informant247 assembled evidence of several ‘electoral manipulations’ done by the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWSIEC) during the September 21 local government elections. The report documents discrepancies in the election results, voter suppression and widespread disenfranchisement caused by shortages of electoral materials, despite […]
“See transformation at just 56, when wahala too much. Bro, calm down. Nobody remembers Eruobodo,” Akinnola referenced prominent Ibadan politicians… By TheInvestigator In a recent open address to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, veteran journalist and public commentator, Richard Akinnola, called on Wike to […]
A NAN correspondent who visited the accident scene saw the burnt vehicle and charred bodies of victims on the road. By Agency Reporter The police in Rivers State have confirmed that three people were killed when a fuel tanker exploded on Tuesday in the state. The incident occurred when a petrol-laden tanker which veered off […]
The 14 suspects arrested were handed over to the NSCDC for prosecution on April 4, 2024. By Able Winnard NNS Pathfinder, a Nigerian Navy Ship has dismantled 16 illegal refineries in Elem-Krakama community, Degema Local Government Area in Rivers State. These refineries could refine 9.6 million liters of crude oil. Additionally, 210 metric tonnes of […]
Some of Wike’s men present include Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martins Amaewhule, as well as 24 other lawmakers who had cross-carpeted with him from the PDP to the APC. By Kayode Oyero, Channels TV The protracted feud between Rivers State Governor, Siminalaye Fubara; and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, may have been publicly […]
“Our technical team has been mobilized to replace the collapsed poles and restore the feeders. We assure customers within these areas that supply will be restored as soon as work is completed”, the company stated. By Ogaga Ariemu, Daily Post Some parts of Rivers State are currently experiencing electricity outages. The Port Harcourt Electricity distribution […]
He replaced the Chief of Staff, Hon. Chidi Amadi, a kinsman to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Ezenwo Wike. By Anayo Onukwugha, Leadership Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has appointed the immediate-past Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Edison Ehie, as his new Chief of Staff. Ehie had […]
According to the statement, the affected appointees are directed to submit every Council property in their possession to the Secretary. By TheInvestigator The Executive Chairman of Okrika Local Government Council in Rivers State, Akuro Tobin has sacked all his political appointees. The sack which is with immediate effect was constrained in a statement by the […]
The development came after President Bola Tinubu mediated between the Rivers Governor and his political godfather, Nyesom Wike, the FCT minister. By Francis Ngwu, Daily Post The ongoing crisis rocking the Rivers State House of Assembly took a new twist on Sunday as the factional speaker loyal to Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Rt. Hon. (Barr.) Ehie […]
By Adebayo Folorunsho-Francis, Punch Newspaper The Rivers State chapter of the All Progressives Congress said the embattled 27 members of the House of Assembly do not need the demolished House of Assembly complex or a physical structure to carry out their duties. This was disclosed when the state caretaker committee led a delegation to the national […]
•Oil production may be impacted if the crisis persists •Ann-Kio Briggs warns situation may engulf Nigeria, President •PDP: Why we’ve not taken action on Wike By Emmanuel Addeh and Alex Enumah in Abuja, ThisDay Newspaper With the recent killing of four soldiers and the kidnap of two South Korean expatriates, concerns have begun to mount […]
By Emmanuel Egobiambu, Channels TV The Rivers State Commissioner of Transportation, Dr. Jacobson B. Nbina, State Commissioner for Education, Prof. Prince Chinedu, as well as the State Commissioner for Housing, Gift Worlu (Ph.D.) are the latest to join the list of commissioners to tender their resignation letters, exiting the Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s led administration. “I hereby […]
By Davies Iheamnachor, Vanguard Newspaper The Rivers State Government has explained that its decision to demolish and rebuild the Rivers State House of Assembly Complex was based on advice from experts. The government noted that the experts noted that the integrity of the structure has been lost due to the structural defects that arose mainly […]