Rivers State news

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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Wike vs Fubara: Three Crucial Reasons the Rivers Governor Faces Removal Threat The political turmoil in Rivers State has taken a critical turn, with Governor Siminalayi Fubara facing potential removal from office amid…
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Rivers State is facing heightened political turmoil as four commissioners have resigned from Governor Siminalayi Fubara's cabinet within a span of 24 hours. The latest departures include the Commissioner for Social Welfare and…
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Defiant Move - 26 Rivers Lawmakers Hold Plenary Amidst Vacant Seat Declaration.  In a bold and unexpected move, twenty-six members of the Rivers State House of Assembly, whose seats were declared vacant by the authentic speaker, Edison…
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In a significant development, Professor Zacchaeus Adangor has tendered his resignation from the positions of Rivers state's Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice. The resignation, dated December 14, 2023, was addressed to Governor…
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Federal Government Distances Itself from Rivers State Political Crisis The Tinubu-led Federal Government has officially disassociated itself from the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, involving Governor Similaye Fubara and FCT…
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Rivers State Government Takes Bold Step: House of Assembly Complex Demolished for Renovation Amidst Leadership Dispute. Speaker Ehie presides over plenary session In a bold move, the Rivers State government has initiated the…
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Governor Fubara Vows Unwavering Commitment Amid Political Tension in Rivers State Amidst growing political tension and reported discord within Rivers State, Governor Siminalayi Fubara reaffirmed his dedication to serving the state,…
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Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has made a fervent appeal to the residents of the state, urging them to maintain peace during what he described as a challenging period for the region. Speaking at the funeral service of late King…
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Minister Nyesom Wike Denies Demanding 25% from Rivers Government, Urges Unity Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has refuted allegations claiming that he demanded 25% from the Rivers State government. He…
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In a significant legal development, a Rivers High Court in the Isiokpo Division of Ikwerre Local Government Area has issued a restraining order preventing the State House of Assembly, led by Speaker Martin Amaewhule, from proceeding with…
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Rivers Police Clarify Actions Regarding Governor Fubara shooting Incident. The Rivers State Police Command has provided clarification on the recent incident involving the state governor, Siminalayi Fubara, during a protest at the…
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Protesting Youths Storm Rivers Speaker's Residence, Leading to Arrests and Injuries Port Harcourt, Nigeria - In a dramatic turn of events, protesting youths in Rivers State stormed the residence of the Speaker of the state House of…
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A startling incident unfolded in Rivers State as Governor Siminalayi Fubara accused the police of firing shots at him while he was en route to inspect the State House of Assembly Complex, which had been engulfed in flames the previous…
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Rivers State House of Assembly in Crisis as Leader Removed Amid Impeachment Speculations A fresh crisis has erupted within the Rivers State House of Assembly as speculations about an impending impeachment procedure against the state…
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Rivers assembly set on fire Amid Impeachment Threat. The Rivers State House of Assembly's hallowed chambers were engulfed in flames as suspected political thugs attacked the complex. This incident followed the assembly's decision to…
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