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UNIPORT Student Gets Death for Killing Girlfriend

Rivers State High Court sentences Damian Okoligwe to death by hanging for murdering and dismembering girlfriend Justina Otuene. Justice served as warning against dangerous shortcuts.

Commission Seeks Regulation to Protect Nigerians

The Nigeria Law Reform Commission calls for strong regulations to protect citizens from medical negligence and harmful religious practices. Read more on the urgent need for reform.

Rivers Police Deny False Herdsmen Attack Claims

Rivers State Police Command refutes viral social media claims of Fulani herdsmen attacks, labeling them as misinformation designed to incite public panic and disrupt state peace.

Economic Triangle Proposed for S/South, S/East States

My-ACE China urges Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Abia governors to create an economic corridor that could rival Lagos. The proposed triangle would leverage ports, fabrication capacity, and blue economy potential.

Nigerian Clubs Fail to Make CAF Top 20 Ranking

Egypt's Al Ahly tops the latest CAF club rankings, while Nigerian clubs are absent from the top 20. Rivers United is the highest-ranked Nigerian side at 24th. Discover the full analysis.

SERAP: DSS unlawfully invaded our Abuja office

SERAP reaffirms DSS unlawfully invaded its Abuja office in September 2024. The organization provides evidence of false identities and unmarked vehicles used during the intrusion.

15 Petitions Flood Rivers Human Rights Tribunal

Over 15 petitions presented at the People’s Tribunal in Port Harcourt expose human rights abuses and environmental injustice in Rivers State. Victims seek justice where conventional systems have failed.

1,100 Free Surgeries in Port Harcourt Crusade

CCRW's 2025 crusade in Port Harcourt offers 1,100 free surgeries, food for 70,000 people, and massive evangelism. Governor Fubara supports the humanitarian event running November 24-29.

Two siblings perish in Rivers fire tragedy

Two young siblings died in a devastating fire that destroyed makeshift buildings in Rivers State, leaving 27 families homeless. Police investigation underway.

PDP Crisis: 3 States Reject Ibadan Convention

Akwa Ibom, Rivers, and Jigawa PDP chapters distance themselves from the party's national convention in Ibadan, calling it unlawful and invalid. INEC boycott praised.

Kalabari Communities Unite in Historic Festival

Kalabari ethnic groups in Rivers State unite for New Year festival at ancestral home Elem-Kalabari, marking historic reconciliation after centuries of separation. Join the celebration!

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