Rivers State news

Nigerian Government Retracts Statement on Rivers State Allocation Amid Court Dispute. The Nigerian government has reversed its earlier statement, clarifying that the allocation of funds to Rivers State has not been halted, despite…
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The Special Court of Appeal Panel overseeing political disputes in Rivers State has reserved its judgment on two key appeals challenging rulings made by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court, Abuja. Justice Onyekachi Otisi, who…
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Appeal Court Voids Rivers 2024 Budget Passed by Edison-Ehie Group. The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld the Federal High Court's ruling, which annulled the N800 billion budget passed by five members of the Rivers State House…
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Newly Elected Councillor's Father Murdered in Rivers Amid Violence Protest The newly elected councillor's father in Rivers State, Ndiika Benson was on Monday killed in the violent protest that erupted in the state. Mr. Benson Ndoone,…
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An Abuja-based Federal High Court has prohibited the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from releasing the 2023 voters' register to the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission (RSIEC) ahead of the local government…
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The latest political news in Nigeria now is that  Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has directed all 23 local government area (LGA) chairmen to contest the upcoming local government elections under the banner of the All People’s…
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rivers State has appealed to President Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency to prevent further killings and unrest in the region. This urgent plea was made by Tony Okocha, the Chairman of the…
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Rivers State House of Assembly to Screen Caretaker Committee Nominees for 23 LGAs The Rt. Hon. Victor Oko Jumbo-led Rivers State House of Assembly has issued invitations for the screening of Caretaker Committee (CTC) Chairmen and members…
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One Dead, Several Injured in Port Harcourt Local Government Secretariat Clash. One person has been reported dead and several others injured following a violent clash at the Port Harcourt Local Government Secretariat in Rivers State. The…
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Court Bars 25 Lawmakers from Rivers State House of Assembly. A Rivers State High Court sitting in Port Harcourt has barred the Speaker of the state Assembly and 24 other lawmakers from parading as members of the Rivers State House of…
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Rivers Local Government Chairmen Support Fubara’s Impeachment. The Association of Local Government Areas of Nigeria (ALGON) in Rivers State has thrown its weight behind the call made by the state caretaker committee chairman of…
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Governor Fubara alleges, 'There are deliberate plots to cripple my government. Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has raised concerns over alleged fresh plans to undermine his administration. Fubara made these assertions during a…
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Popular Channels TV Reporter Joshua Rogers Abducted by Unknown Gunmen in Port-Harcourt In a distressing development, unknown gunmen have abducted Joshua Rogers, a well-known reporter for ChannelsTV based in Port Harcourt, the…
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Legal Battle Unfolds as Ajulo Seeks to Halt Governor Fubara's 2024 Budget Representation. In a legal maneuver that adds a layer of complexity to the political landscape of Rivers State, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Kayode…
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Court Extends Order as INEC and Rivers Assembly Face Challenge Over Defected Lawmakers' Seats. In a legal battle with far-reaching political implications, a Federal High Court in Abuja has extended its order restraining the…
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Rivers Elders Take Legal Action Against Tinubu Over Alleged Unconstitutional Dealings. Six prominent elders from Rivers State, including Senator Bennett Birabi and Senator Andrew Uchendu, have filed a lawsuit against President…
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Rivers State Assembly Rescinds Impeachment Against Governor Fubara in Historic Session In a groundbreaking session held in Port Harcourt, members of the Rivers State House of Assembly officially withdrew the impeachment notice issued to…
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The two factions entangled in the political crisis gripping Rivers State have reached a comprehensive peace agreement. The accord, signed by representatives from both sides, outlines a series of critical measures aimed at…
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Federal High Court Halts INEC's Move to Replace 27 Defected Lawmakers in Rivers State The Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a restraining order against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), preventing it from…
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Minister Nyesom Wike Expresses Willingness for Peace Amidst Ongoing State Crisis Amidst the escalating faceoff with Governor Sim Fubara in Rivers State, the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has declared his readiness for…
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