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Fubara: We’re Committed To Improving Healthcare In Rivers
Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed the commitment of his administration to improving the healthcare sector in the state. The Governor, who gave the assurance on Tuesday in a goodwill message to mark the World Health Day, pledged…
Metro
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Rivers Mourns As Senator Mpigi, King Dandison Jaja Go Home Saturday, April 11
By Ken Asinobi Rivers State will witness an emotional weekend as two distinguished sons from the Rivers South-East Senatorial District—Late Senator Barinada Mpigi and Late King Dandison Jaja of Opobo—are laid to rest on Saturday, April 11,…
Metro
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Traders, Passengers, Pedestrians Scamper For Safety As Soldier Shoots Keke Cycle Operator To Death
By Chris Konkwo There was pandemonium at the popular Igbo-Etche junction of Eleme junction in Rumuokwurusi, Obio/Akpo Local Govt Area of Rivers State, Monday afternoon as traders, passengers and pedestrians scampered for safety following the violent killing…
Metro
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Oro-Esara Kingdom Honours 15 Distinguished Sons With Chieftaincy Titles
The Esara Palace, headquarters of Oro-Esara Kingdom in Rumuokwurusi, Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, came alive with celebration, pomp, and pageantry as dignitaries from all walks of life gathered to witness the historic installation of…
Metro
37 minutes ago
RSU Unveils 5yr Strategic Development Plan, Calls For Collective Commitment
In a decisive step towards redefining its future, the Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt, has formally unveiled its Third Five-Year (2026-2030) Strategic Development Plan, a comprehensive roadmap designed to strengthen its position as a leading institution…
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RSIPA DG Unveils New Rivers Investment Pathway At Revived BRACED Commission
Dr Chamberlain Peterside, Director-General of the Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency (RSIPA), has used the platform of the revived BRACED Commission to unveil investment opportunities and plans in Rivers State. The BRACED Commission just bounced back and…
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RSG Harps On Data-Driven Approach To Re-Engineer Health Sector
Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, has emphasized the urgent need to strengthen the health workforce as a critical step toward improving the state’s healthcare system. Prof. Odu made this known during the High-Level Health…
Metro
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Rivers Commercial Drivers Protest Multiple Taxation, Demand Government Action Against Touts
By Polycarp Nwaeke The Commercial Drivers Welfare Association (CDWA) has called on the Rivers State Government, led by Siminalayi Fubara, to put an end to multiple taxation and the activities of touts, popularly known as “agberos,” across…
