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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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The latest political news in Nigeria now is that, several loyalists of Governor Siminalayi Fubara have emerged as candidates for chairmanship positions under the Action People’s Party (APP) for the upcoming local government elections in…
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The wife of former Nigerian President, Patience Jonathan, has intervened in the present political crisis in Rivers State. In a video published by AIT and seen by our reporter on Friday, the former first lady asked Governor…
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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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In a tragic development amidst the ongoing local government (LG) crisis in Rivers State, two security personnel have been killed. The deaths occurred in Omuma Local Government Area on Tuesday and are reportedly linked to the invasion 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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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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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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The Progressive Yoruba Youth Congress (PYYC) has called upon President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the ongoing political upheaval in Rivers State, urging him to address the crisis that has rocked the region. Speaking at a press…
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Speaker Ehie Ogerenye Edison Notifies INEC of 25 Vacancies, Calls for Bye-Election In a significant development, Hon. Ehie Ogerenye Edison, the Speaker aligned with Governor Sim Fubara, has officially informed the Independent National…
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The Labour Party (LP) has decided to withdraw its petition against the election of Rivers State Governor, Sim Fubara, bringing an unexpected twist to the political landscape in the state. Governor Fubara, who emerged as the candidate of…
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Shocking revelations unfold as a Rep Member accuses Wike of orchestrating police officer's killing with cultists, embezzling $300M. Get the latest details now.
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Eight Commissioners Resign from Rivers State Cabinet Amid Silence from Former Governor Nyesom Wike The immediate-past governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, has maintained silence following the recent resignation of eight commissioners…
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