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HYPPADEC Set to Address 48-Year Neglect of Host Communities

By Amaechi Okonkwo The newly established Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission, HYPPADEC, has expressed readiness to commence immediate projects implementation to address the lingering challenges confronting hydroelectric power producing communities in Nigeria. Chairman of the commission, Joseph Ityav, gave the indication in Port Harcourt on Wednesday at the opening …

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Protection of National Assets, NSCDC Seeks Synergy with EMR

The Rivers State command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) says it will work in synergy with the Energy and Maritime Reporters (EMR) for enhanced reportage of its operations and the security of the vital maritime oil and gas industry including other national assets. State commandant, Aliyu Bature, …

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Aggrey Road Agog for Kpokpo’s Birthday Bash

Chairman of Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Eastern Zone, Hon. Tamuno Kpokpo, had cause to rejoice with friends, relations and guests who came in their numbers to identify with him as he celebrated his birthday. Chairman of the event, Engr. Israel Fubara, commended the celebrant for his uncommon passion and love …

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Navy Arrest 20 Suspected Crude Oil Thieves in Bayelsa

By Amos Odhe, Yenagoa The Nigerian Navy on Monday said its men have arrested about 20 suspected crude oil thieves aboard a vessel, MT TIS IV, on the Akassa River, in Brass Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. The arrest was made on December 6, 2021. The vessel with its …

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Delta: Kidnap Victims Released, Express Gratitude

By Young E. Freeborn, Warri Two persons, kidnapped along the stretch of the East-West road between Evwreni and Ogor communities, were recently released after their families paid the ransoms demanded.  Speaking to our correspondent after their release, one of the victims (name withheld), who is an indigene of Unenurhie community …

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