Rivers: 2 Senators, 6 State Lawmakers Join APC
Two senators and six state lawmakers from Rivers have defected to the APC, citing PDP crises. The party's secretary predicts more defections as the South-South now has all APC governors.
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IHVN Partners with Opobo Marathon for Health Initiative
Institute of Human Virology Nigeria (IHVN) joins Opobo Marathon 2026, sponsoring a free medical outreach in Opobo Town, Rivers State. Read how this partnership integrates health advocacy into sports.
600 Graduate from WACTpreneur Programme in Rivers
APM Terminals' WACT has graduated 600 new entrepreneurs from Onne and Ogu communities after six months of intensive training, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable community development and economic growth in Rivers State.
Rivers Lawmakers Defect to APC, Fubara Applauds Move
Governor Siminalayi Fubara welcomes Rivers National Assembly members to APC, calling it a bold step for state progress. He vows to deliver Rivers for Tinubu in 2027. Read more.
Plateau Athletes Win Big at Bonny Island Marathon 2025
Gang James Boyi and Grace Danlami from Plateau State clinch top prizes at the 8th Bonny Island Marathon. Discover the full results and impact of this inclusive sporting event.
APC Predicts More Defections, Courts Rivers Voters
APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru forecasts further political defections to the ruling party. He urges Rivers State voters to support APC to consolidate development, following the defection of Governor Fubara, two senators, and six lawmakers.
Rivers Senators Defect to APC, Linked to Wike
Two Rivers State senators have officially switched from the PDP to the APC. The defection, announced in Senate plenary, is tied to internal PDP divisions. Full details inside.
Six Rivers PDP Reps Defect to APC in Major Blow
The Peoples Democratic Party suffers a major setback as six federal lawmakers from Rivers State defect to the APC, strengthening the ruling party's grip on the strategic state. Read the full details.
Firm Donates Police Outpost to Enhance Security in Rivers
Solewant Group has donated a modern police outpost to the NPF in Alode, Eleme, Rivers State, to improve community security and crime response. Read more.
Fubara Pledges Rivers State Support for Tinubu in 2027
Governor Siminalayi Fubara promises to use his administration's capacity to ensure President Bola Tinubu's re-election in 2027, calling it a 'thank you' gesture. Read the full details.
Ribadu, Ministers Visit Rivers for Project, Ogoni Inspection
NSA Nuhu Ribadu and two ministers visited Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara to inspect key infrastructure and oil spill sites in Ogoniland. The visit aims to address environmental and security concerns. Read more details here.
Ribadu Delivers Tinubu's Message to Rivers Governor Fubara
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu conveyed President Tinubu's commendation to Governor Siminalayi Fubara during a high-level visit to Port Harcourt. The delegation aims to consolidate peace in Ogoniland for resumed oil exploration.
Odili: Fubara's APC Move Brings Rivers to National Table
Former Governor Peter Odili hails Governor Fubara's switch to APC, calling it a timely move for greater federal benefits and alignment with Tinubu's reforms for Rivers State.
Fubara's APC Defection Reshapes Rivers Politics
Governor Siminalayi Fubara's defection to the APC alters Rivers State's political landscape. Is it a path to peace or a strategic move to sideline Nyesom Wike? Read our analysis.
Fubara Pays Condolence Visit to Diri, Ewhrudjakpo Family
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara visited Bayelsa to commiserate over the death of Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Read more on the historic bond between the two states.
Fubara Commissions Road, Calls for Peace in Rivers
Governor Siminalayi Fubara commissions the Emohua-Ogbakiri-Egbelu Road, urging peaceful coexistence for state-wide development. Julius Berger completed the project 3 months early.
Rivers State Promises Open Arms to Investors at Trade Fair
Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency pledges to improve ease of doing business and tackle negative perceptions to attract investments. Key stakeholders call for protection of existing businesses.
Fubara: Political Crisis Slowed Rivers Governance
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara admits political turmoil slowed his administration but vows accelerated development for Bonny and the state. Read his new plans.
Tinubu's 10 Defining Decisions of 2025
From emergency rule in Rivers State to major tax reforms and security overhauls, explore the 10 pivotal decisions by President Tinubu's administration that shaped Nigeria's 2025. Read the full list and analysis.
Stanley Pepple Receives Global Ambassador of Peace Award
Rivers State Chief Pilot Dr. Stanley Pepple receives the Ambassador of Peace award for his advocacy and leadership. He dedicates the honour to Governor Fubara.
Nationwide Defections Tilt Political Balance Towards APC
A wave of defections by lawmakers and party officials to the APC signals a major political realignment. Get the full details on the moves in Rivers, FCT, Sokoto, Zamfara, and expert analysis on Nigeria's leadership crisis.
Fubara: 70% Mobilisation for Tinubu's 2027 Bid Done
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara declares strong grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of 2027, claiming 70% of the job is complete. Read the full details.
Four Rivers Reps defect to APC, dump PDP and LP
Four federal lawmakers from Rivers State have switched allegiance to the APC, citing internal party crises. This move follows Governor Siminalayi Fubara's high-profile defection. Read the full details of this major political realignment.
Police kill 2 kidnappers, rescue victim in Rivers
Rivers State Police Command operatives have rescued an abducted woman and killed two suspected kidnappers in a gun battle at their forest hideout in Emohua. Read the full details of the daring operation.
FRSC Launches Special Yuletide Patrol in Rivers State
The FRSC Rivers Command has launched Operation Zero Special Patrol to ensure road safety during the festive season. Over 1,019 personnel deployed from Dec 15 to Jan 15. Motorists urged to comply with traffic rules.
Fubara Reveals Why He Dumped PDP for APC
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara details his defection to the APC, citing gratitude to President Tinubu and a desire to develop the state. Full story inside.
4 Rivers PDP Reps Resign, Join APC
Four Rivers State House of Representatives members have defected from the PDP to the ruling APC. Get the full list and analysis of this major political shift.
NLC in 3 States Protest Against Rising Insecurity
Workers in Enugu, Rivers, and Ebonyi joined a nationwide NLC protest against insecurity, accusing the Federal Government of not protecting lives and property. Read their demands.
Fubara Confirms ₦600bn in Rivers State Treasury
Governor Siminalayi Fubara confirms Rivers State has ₦600bn in its coffers, pledges detailed public accounting of all funds and project spending. Read the full report.
Fubara: ₦600bn in Rivers Coffers After Emergency Rule
Governor Siminalayi Fubara reveals he met over ₦600 billion in Rivers State's treasury after emergency rule, defending his administration's transparent spending. Read details of the executive-legislature tension.
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