Tag Archives: River State

As Rivers State navigates turbulent political waters, voices from across the Niger Delta are urging restraint, reconciliation, and appreciation for leaders who have contributed immensely to the region’s growth.

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Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a temporary suspension of the sale of petroleum products in Naira.

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President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday declared a State of Emergency in River State after months of protracted disharmony between the Gov Siminalayi Fubara and the members of the state House of Assembly.

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President Bola Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in Rivers State, suspending Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and all members of the State House of Assembly for six months. Tinubu made the announcement in a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, citing the prolonged political crisis in the state and the failure of reconciliation efforts. “I feel greatly disturbed at the …

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The Rivers State House of Assembly has issued a notice of misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Professor Ngozi Odu. In a notice dated March 16, 2025, the lawmakers stated that their action was in accordance with the Nigerian Constitution. Citing Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) and other relevant laws, the notice read in part: …

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The Rivers State Government has donated an AgustaWestland (AW) 139 helicopter to the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) to enhance security operations in the Niger Delta, particularly in safeguarding critical national infrastructure.

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The border Community of Ishiayi in the Ahoada West council area of Rivers state has lauded the duo of the Rivers state Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike and the Ahoada West council Chairman, Hon. Hope Ikiriko for prevailing on the independent national electoral Commission (INEC) to delineate new polling Units for the community.

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  The Nigerian Senate Wednesday has threatened to suspend sitting if the electoral body, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) fails to conduct the re-run Senatorial election in Rivers State by 10th of December. Deputy Senate President, Senator Ike Ekweremadu moved the motion yesterday on the floor of the Upper House. Failing to conduct the rerun election, Ekweremadu said INEC …

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While President Muhammadu Buhari frowned against political killings in River State, the evil trend again today continued as unknown gunmen reportedly killed a Police Sergeant, Sunday Adoga, in Port Harcourt, the state capital. The gunmen also killed another man yet to be identified, the state Police command confirmed Thursday. According to Police spokesman, Ahmad Mohammad, a Deputy Superintendent of Police …

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  Ahead of the 19th March re-run election in River State, The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has started despatching non-sensitive materials for the election. The state Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mr Aniedi Ikoiwak said on Tuesday that the sensitive materials including ballot papers and result sheets would start arriving the state from today. Ikoiwak stated further that, the training of …

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