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Port Harcourt

February 24, 2026

Bayelsa: Diris’ chief of staff Peter Akpe confirmed as new deputy governor

The Bayelsa State House of Assembly has confirmed Peter Akpe as the new deputy governor, following the death of Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.

Peter Akpe and Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo
February 23, 2026

Cross River: Court stops impeachment of Ogoja LG vice chairman

Mr Kulo issued the restraining order following an ex parte application by the claimant, Mr Yakubu.

Ogoja vice chairman Emmanuel Idi Yakubu
February 21, 2026

Rivers By-election: Low voter turnout in Ahoada, Khana constituencies

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is the only major political party participating in Saturday’s contest.

Polling unit
February 21, 2026

Rivers by-election orderly, peaceful, says INEC REC

The state house of assembly constituencies by-election is for Ahoada East and Khana in Rivers.

Voting started at 10:50 at polling unit 007 Township Primary School 3
February 19, 2026

Rivers: Senator Barinada Mpigi dies at 64

Chairman of the Senate Committee on Works, Barinada Mpigi, has died.

Barinada Mpigi
February 17, 2026

Government begged to give magistrates vehicles, better salaries amid judicial corruption

“Rent allowances owed to some magistrates have remained unpaid for several years, compounding their hardship,” stated Mr Onah.

South South Governors
February 14, 2026

Group raises alarm over rising drug abuse among youths

Ms Lina cautioned that shielding drug traffickers weakens the collective fight against the menace.

Youths smoking
February 13, 2026

Defence chief tells Delta Safe troops to be professional

“Our operations must be guided by professionalism, discipline and integrity. The assets you protect are central to national stability and economic growth,” Mr Oluyede said.

Olufemi Oluyede
February 11, 2026

Port Harcourt-bound Arik aircraft forced to land in Benin amid safety concerns

Arik Air has confirmed its aircraft from Lagos to Port Harcourt, was diverted to Benin Airport as a precautionary measure after an unusual sound from its left engine.

Arik Air
February 11, 2026

Delta: Governor Oborevwori assures NYSC members of safety

Mr Oborevwori gave the assurance on Tuesday at the Closing Ceremony of the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream 1 Orientation Course.

Delta Governor, RT. Hon Sheriff Oborevwori [Photo: Facebook Sheriff]