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By Godwin Chukwumaechi Not less than 611 primary and secondary schools students Tuesday received scholarships and bursary awards from Joint Venture partners, Green Energy International Limited and Lekoil Nigeria. This is as 1000 members of the communities also received bags of rice as livelihood packages from JV operators. The students …

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has ended his annual leave and will resume his official duties immediately. A statement by his spokesperson, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, on Monday, said that the Bayelsa governor, who went on a three-week leave on November 25, will resume on …

The Alema of Warri, High Chief Emmanuel Oritsejolomi Uduaghan, on Monday applauded the Senator Representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Chief Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for her large contributions to humanity “The Ohi Ógu of Ebiraland, Chief Natasha Hadiza Akpoti-Uduaghan, is a pillar and special gift to the family …

By Williams Okoro The Director General of the National Oil Spill Detection and Response Agency (NOSDRA), Engr. Chukwuemeka Woke, has condemned comments made by the governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminilayi Fubara, during the launch of projects in Ahoada and Etche. Describing it as a display of political naivety, Engr …

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa Bayelsa State governor, Senator Douye Diri, has approved the installation of closed-circuit surveillance cameras to cover parts of Yenagoa in order to boost security and crime prevention in the state capital. The project, which entails the installation of 200 new cameras and the revamping of 50 …

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide, Dr. Alaye Tari Theophilus has advocated for True Federalism. Dr. Alaye made the demand during the 26th anniversary of the Kaiama Declaration while addressing the Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara at the Government House Port Harcourt. …

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The acting governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo has reaffirmed government’s commitment to ensure the welfare and wellbeing of families of fallen heroes in recognition of their selfless contributions towards the security, peace and development of the state and nation. Senator Ewhrudjakpo stated this on …

By Aherhoke Okioma, Yenagoa There is a grand plan by staunch loyalists, associates and friends of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, to shut down Rivers State particularly, Port Harcourt, the capital city, in celebration of his birthday. The loyalists were said to …

The Director, Rivers State Multi-Door Courthouse (RSMDC), His Worship, Victor E. Nweke, has advised residents of the state to take advantage of the multi-door court to resolve their disputes and conflicts, pointing out that the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) option saves time and cost, and also enables amicable dispute resolution. …

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa A 22-year old man, identified as Godwin from the Elebele Community of Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State has stabbed his mother to death following alleged failed attempts to use her for ritual purposes. The alleged killer-son, according to community sources, returned to the community …