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Navy intercepts 135,000 litres stolen fuel in Rivers waterways

The Nigerian Navy says its operatives under Operation Delta Sentinel have intercepted over 135,000 litres of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil during separate operations in Rivers State waterways. According to Vanguard, the Director of Information, Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, said the operations were carried out by personnel of the Nigerian Navy Ship Pathfinder around […]

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NDDC donates medical equipment to Rivers health centre

The Niger Delta Development Commission has donated medical equipment to the Model Primary Health Care Centre in Orogbum Community, Port Harcourt Local Government Area of Rivers State. The Commission said the donation is part of its efforts to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve access to quality healthcare services across the Niger Delta region. The PUNCH […]

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NSIB probes Bonny Anchorage vessel collision in Rivers

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has commenced investigation into the collision involving container vessel MV Maersk Valparaiso and oil tanker MT Lady Martina at Bonny Anchorage in Rivers State. The incident occurred on May 20, 2026. The Bureau has classified the incident as a “Very Serious Marine Casualty”. In a statement issued yesterday by the […]

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Rivers residents spend over 100% income on rent

More than 80 per cent of residents in Rivers State now spend over 100 per cent of their income on house rent, highlighting a deepening housing crisis in the state. According to National Agency of Nigeria, the Executive Secretary of the National Union of Tenants of Nigeria, Mr Ceaser Enwefah, disclosed this on Monday, May […]

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Rivers drivers beg Fubara to end touts’ extortion, harassment

Some commercial drivers in Port Harcourt and its environs have sent a Save-Our-Soul message to the Rivers State government and the State Police Command over the daily extortion, harassment, and intimidation they are subjected to by touts and area boys. Vanguard reported that to register their grievances, the drivers took their protest to Government House, […]

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Engine failure forces Rivers-bound Arik flight to Edo

The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau has revealed that an engine anomaly caused the emergency diversion of an Arik Air Boeing 737-700 aircraft on February 11, 2026. The incident involved the aircraft bearing nationality and registration marks 5N-MJF, which is operated by Arik Air Limited. A statement signed by Funke Arowojobe, Director of Public Affairs and […]

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Navy dismantles illegal refineries, recovers stolen crude in Rivers

The Nigerian Navy said it dismantled illegal crude oil refining activities and recovered suspected stolen crude oil in the Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni area of Rivers State. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Saturday via its verified X handle. The Navy said the operation was carried out under its flagship maritime security initiative, Operation Delta Sentinel. […]

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Aba power lights up Rivers community after decade-long blackout

History has been made in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State, as several communities in the council now receive electricity supply from Aba Power, Nigeria’s newest power distribution company based in Aba, Abia State. According to Vanguard, chairman of Etche Local Government Area, Hon. Chima Njoku, expressed excitement over the development. He described it […]

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NMDPRA seals 11 petrol stations in Rivers for under-dispensing violations

The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority on Friday sealed 11 petrol filling stations in Rivers State for engaging in sharp practices, including under-dispensing products to the public, using failed pumps, and other regulatory infractions. The affected petrol stations are located in Obio-Akpor and Port Harcourt City Local Government Areas of the state. The […]

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Rivers approves N1.8tn budget for 2026

The Rivers State Executive Council has approved a budget proposal of N1.8tn for the 2026 fiscal year. The approval was granted during a meeting of the State Executive Council held on Friday evening. Speaking with journalists after the meeting, the newly sworn-in Special Adviser to the Governor on Economic Matters and Social Development, Professor Peter […]

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