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.
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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.
Tinubu's Insecurity Pledge to NLC Amid Protests
President Tinubu told labour leaders he's taking extra steps to tackle insecurity, as NLC protests proceed in Lagos and Abuja. Details of the late-night State House meeting revealed.
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.
Rivers Governor Fubara Uncovers ₦600bn State Funds
Governor Siminalayi Fubara discloses Rivers State met ₦600bn after emergency rule, vows full financial transparency within six months. Details on new road projects inside.
NLC, Sowore Protest Over Insecurity Despite Tinubu's Plea
NLC and civil society led by Joe Ajaero and Omoyele Sowore protest nationwide over Nigeria's security crisis, ignoring President Tinubu's appeal. Details inside.
Protesters in Osun Demand Resignation Over Insecurity
NLC, NANS, TUC, NASU, and NUJ members in Osun State staged a protest against rising killings and kidnappings, calling on President Tinubu and governors to resign if overwhelmed. Read their demands.
Tinubu meets NLC, governors over planned protest
President Bola Tinubu held an urgent meeting with NLC leaders and governors to address a planned nationwide protest against insecurity. Read the details and demands.
NLC Nationwide Protest Over Insecurity Begins Today
The Nigeria Labour Congress begins a national protest today over worsening insecurity. It warns an indefinite strike will follow if protesters are attacked. Read the full story.
Tinubu meets NLC leaders over planned protest on insecurity
President Bola Tinubu held a crucial late-night meeting with NLC leaders to address security concerns ahead of a planned nationwide protest. Details and outcomes revealed.
Okonkwo Faults Supreme Court Verdict on Rivers Emergency
ADC chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo warns the Supreme Court's verdict on Rivers emergency rule sets a dangerous precedent for democracy, allowing presidential overreach. Read his full analysis.
Wike Celebrates Tinubu's New Appointment of Rivers Indigene
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike commends President Tinubu for appointing Prof. Chituru Orluwene as CMD of UPTH. He praises the president's love for Rivers State. Read the full details.
Rivers Community Protests 2-Year Power, Water Outage
Women in Kula, Rivers State, protest lack of electricity and water for over two years despite hosting major oil firms. They plead for government intervention amid a health crisis.
S'Court Verdict on Emergency Rule Unsettles Polity
The Supreme Court's affirmation of President Tinubu's emergency powers in Rivers State has ignited a fierce debate on federalism, separation of powers, and the potential for political misuse ahead of the 2027 elections. Read the full analysis.
PDP Slams Supreme Court on Rivers Emergency Ruling
The Peoples Democratic Party warns that the Supreme Court's stance on Tinubu's Rivers State emergency declaration threatens Nigeria's democracy. Read the full details and public reactions.
PDP Warns of Democratic Backslide from Supreme Court Ruling
The PDP warns that interpretations of the Supreme Court's Rivers emergency ruling risk Nigeria's democracy. The party calls for constitutional safeguards to protect federalism.
Two Dead in Rivers Cult Clash Between MEND, Iceland
Two persons shot dead, one injured in Andoni LGA as rival cult groups MEND and Iceland clash for supremacy. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read for details.
Federal Workers Forum Supports NLC Nationwide Protest
Federal Workers Forum pledges full support for NLC's December 17 protest over insecurity, poor governance, and unpaid wages. They demand settlement of 3-month arrears by year-end.
Land Grabbing May End in Rivers with New Community Committee
Alesa community in Rivers State inaugurates a Land Development Committee to combat land grabbing and fraudulent sales, backed by the state government and traditional ruler. This new system aims to protect investors and ensure secure land transactions.
RSU Students Told: Be Innovators, Not Govt Job Seekers
At Rivers State University's convocation lecture, students were charged to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset. Dumo Lulu-Briggs & Dr. Daere Akobo urged graduates to build scalable solutions for society's needs.
Fubara Boosts Education Funding in Rivers State
Governor Siminalayi Fubara pledges enhanced funding for RSU & schools, focusing on infrastructure & security. 13,242 students graduated. Read his full vision for education.
Worker stabs supervisor over N10,000 in Rivers
A 35-year-old construction worker, Joshua, is in police custody after allegedly stabbing his supervisor into a coma over a N10,000 payment dispute in Aluu, Rivers State. The victim is hospitalized.
PDP Moves to Sack Rivers Lawmakers Over Defection
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) vows to use constitutional means to remove 17 Rivers State lawmakers, including Speaker Martin Amaewhule, who defected to the APC. Read the full details and political implications.
Court Orders Wike to Appear in N40bn Defamation Case
A High Court in Abuja has summoned FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to appear in a N40bn defamation suit filed by APC's Tonye Cole over comments made on Channels TV. Details inside.
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