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Nigerian Navy Intercepts 71kg of Cannabis On River Niger
This interception took occurred during a routine riverine patrol near the Chintako Community Jetty in Bassa Local Government Area, Kogi State. The post Nigerian Navy Intercepts 71kg of Cannabis On River Niger appeared…
NEMA warns Anambra riverine communities to prepare for flooding
NEMA has warned Anambra riverine communities to prepare for relocation as the water level of the River Niger continues to rise, urging vigilance. Read More:…
Navy arrests 3 drug traffickers with 71kg Cannabis
By Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Navy has arrested three suspected drug traffickers and intercepted 71 kilogrammes of substances suspected to be Cannabis sativa during a riverine patrol along the River Niger in Kogi…
Otu urges FAAN to upgrade Cross River airport ahead of AfSNET
Cross River Governor Bassey Otu calls on FAAN to upgrade the Cross River airport’s facilities ahead of the 2026 AfSNET conference to handle international g Read More:…
C’River govt bans street trading at 8-miles area
The Cross River Government has banned street trading around the Eight-Miles area of Calabar metropolis and urged traders illegally occupying pedestrian walkways to vacate. The post C’River govt bans street trading at…
Rivers Assembly probes funding of PAMO university
Rivers State House of Assembly has set up a committee to inquire into the funding of the PAMO University of Medical Sciences, PUMS. The post Rivers Assembly probes funding of PAMO university appeared first on Vanguard…
Customs officer dies in Cross River crash
A 54-year-old Customs officer, Mr Etteng Ise, has died in a lone motor accident along the Ikom-Calabar Highway in Cross River. The post Customs officer dies in Cross River crash appeared first on Vanguard News.
Cross River raises 2026 budget to N963bn
Cross River State government has increased its 2026 budget from ₦961.624 billion to ₦963.074 billion, following Governor Bassey Otu’s assent to the 2026 Supplementary Appropriation Law. The post Cross River raises 2026…
Rivers: How Orbih fought for Wike against Amaechi
It was an intervention that became part of the political rupture between Nyesom Wike and Rotimi Amaechi and helped change the balance of power in Rivers The post Rivers: How Orbih fought for Wike against Amaechi…
Cross River: Police launch maritime operation against piracy, smuggling
Cross River Police Command has launched a specialised maritime security operation, codenamed Operation Velvet Marine, to The post Cross River: Police launch maritime operation against piracy, smuggling appeared first on…
Cross River: Police detain theatre assistant over alleged unauthorised surgery
Cross River Police Command has arrested a theatre assistant over an alleged unauthorised The post Cross River: Police detain theatre assistant over alleged unauthorised surgery appeared first on Tribune Online.
Cross River: Otu seeks FAAN partnership to upgrade Calabar Airport
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Edet Otu, has called for stronger collaboration between the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) and the state government to upgrade facilities and improve operations…
2027 presidential election: Top southeast leader predicts what will happen to Obi in Kano, Rivers
Senator Victor Umeh says Rabiu Kwankwaso is unbeatable in Kano if 2027 elections are free, while assessing NDC prospects in Rivers and nationwide for 2027.
Police arrest man over Cross River house fire
The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 41-year-old man, Bassey Ekpo, for allegedly setting a house ablaze in Calabar, the state capital. Read More:…
Roads: Oborevwori will transform Delta riverine areas, says commissioner
The Delta State Commissioner, Directorate of Riverine Infrastructure Development, Chief Ebikeme Clark, has said the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is committed to developing communities across the state,…
Political thugs attack NDC office in Rivers, destroy billboards
By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT — Suspected political thugs have attacked the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, secretariat in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, destroying billboards, banners and other…
Man nabbed over alleged rape of 15-year-old C’River girl
The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a suspect over the alleged rape of a 15-year-old girl in Calabar and launched a manhunt for others. Read More:…
2027: C’River elders back Gov Otu
—Governor vows to pay second gratuity tranche before December The Cross River State Elders’ Forum has endorsed Governor Bassey Edet Otu for a second term, citing his administration’s strides in security, healthcare and…
Owena Farm Horror: 3 siblings found dead near riverbank
By Dayo Johnson AKURE — Tragedy has struck a family in Oke Ogba, Akure, after three siblings who went missing on a farm were found dead near a riverbank less than 24 hours later. The deceased were 11-year-old twins,…
2027: Opposition Political Parties Deny Link With Rainbow Coalition In Rivers
Opposition political parties in Rivers State are talking different positions on the Rainbow Coalition ahead of the 2027 general election with some rejecting the alliance and insisting that it does not pose a threat to…
Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Suspect in Rivers
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The Rivers State Police Command has rescued a kidnapped woman, Loveth, and arrested a suspected member of the gang allegedly responsible for her abduction in
Tinubu Releases ₦515m To Cross River For SPAR Fire Victims
The August 22 fire outbreak at the SPAR shopping mall affected several businesses, with property worth billions of naira reportedly destroyed. The post Tinubu Releases ₦515m To Cross River For SPAR Fire Victims appeared…
Finidi eyes strong start as Rivers United begin Champions League campaign
For Finidi, a good result does not necessarily have to be a victory. The Rivers United boss believes avoiding defeat would put his side in a strong position ahead of the return fixture The post Finidi eyes strong start…
Tragedy as 3 siblings found dead near river in popular south-western state
Tragedy struck in Akure, as the bodies of twin brothers, aged 11, and their five-year-old sister were found near a river on a farm, prompting an investigation.
PHED Distributes Free Meters to Rivers Schools, Writes Off Debts
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt The Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) has distributed free electricity meters to selected government schools in Rivers State and sensitised students on electrical…
Two youths missing in Cross River community as group condemns violence
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — The apex socio-cultural organisation of the Boki people in Cross River State, Ochibe Boki, has condemned what it described as “incessant violence” among Boje, Iso-Bendeghe and Nsadop…
PAMO University Gives Rivers Speaker 24 Hours to Retract Alleged Defamatory Remarks, Threatens Suit
. Lawmakers probe fund disbursement to varsity Wale Igbintade Pamo University of Medical Sciences (PUMS) has given the Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Hon. Martin Amaewhule, 24
Navy seizes 71kg suspected cannabis on River Niger, arrests three in Kogi
Operatives of the Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) Lugard have intercepted a wooden boat carrying 71 kilogrammes of suspected cannabis along the River Niger in Kogi State and arrested three persons in connection with the…
How Rivers’ N1.854trn 2026 budget gathered supersonic speed in Assembly, signed into law
…Fubara hails new spirit …But Odili’s medical university is sacrificial lamb as lawmakers step down N6bn subvention Less than 72 read more How Rivers’ N1.854trn 2026 budget gathered supersonic speed in Assembly, signed…
Rivers ADP Vows 500,000 Jobs in First Year, Rejects Rainbow Coalition
The Rivers State chapter of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) has formally commenced its campaign for the 2027 governorship election, with its candidate, Angel Lawson, promising to create 500,000 direct
2027: Rivers ADP flags off campaign, promises 500,000 jobs
Denies membership of Rainbow Coalition By Daniel Abia PORT HARCOURT — The Rivers State chapter of the Action Democratic Party, ADP, has formally flagged off its 2027 governorship campaign, with its candidate, Angel…
Police arrest one, hunt others over rape of 15-year-old in C’River
Police in Calabar have arrested one suspect in the rape in Cross River of a 15-year-old girl. A manhunt is on for other suspects involved in the assault. Read More:…
Stop blaming spirits for disasters, PFN chairman tells C’River residents
By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR CALABAR — The Chairman of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, PFN, in Cross River State, Apostle Trinity Ogar, has urged residents to stop attributing recent flood, landslide and fire…
SPIDEL Moves to Free Deserving Inmates in Rivers
The Nigerian Bar Association Section on Public Interest Litigation and Development Law, NBA-SPIDEL, has visited the Maximum Security Custodial Centre, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, to identify inmates requiring legal…
Three Siblings Found Dead Near River In Ondo
The children were said to have accompanied their father, Samuel Jonah, to the farm on Friday before leaving for home ahead of him. The post Three Siblings Found Dead Near River In Ondo appeared first on Channels…
Cross River Govt Backs SUBEB, Pledges More Investment In Basic Education
Cross River State government has pledged increased backing for the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) with a renewed promise to invest more in basic education. The commissioner for Education, Prof. Stephen…
Rivers Assembly Probes Govt Funds Released To Pamo University
The Rivers State House of Assembly has launched an inquiry into funds released by the state government to the Pamo University of Medical Sciences (PUMS), Port Harcourt, since the institution was established in 2017. The…
Customs officer dies in C’River crash
A 54-year-old Customs officer, Mr Etteng Ise, has died in a lone motor accident along the Ikom-Calabar Highway in Cross River. The accident occurred near Alesi Village in Ikom Local Government Area at about 2:56 p.m. on…
NDC insists Odey remains Cross River guber candidate, disowns Obono-Obla’s claim
By Ike Uchechukwu, CALABAR CALABAR— The Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) has reaffirmed John Upan Odey as its governorship candidate for Cross River State in the 2027 general election, dismissing claims by Mr. Okoi…
Over 500 Inmates On Death Row In Rivers Correctional Centres
Rivers State Command of the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS) has hinted that over 500 inmates are on death row in the three correctional centres in the state. The centres are the Port Harcourt Maximum Security…