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October 5, 2026

Rivers: Suspected kidnappers nabbed after collecting N10 million ransom

The police command in Rivers says it arrested two suspected kidnappers for abducting a Port Harcourt resident.

Kidnappers
October 3, 2026

Wike challenges Amaechi to account for $39 million hospital, N68 billion monorail, other spending

The minister said he would vote for Mr Amaechi if the former governor could account for the funds spent on the project.

October 2, 2026

Wike rallies Rivers leaders to ensure Tinubu’s victory in presidential election

“There is no permanent enemy in politics what we have is permanent collective interest,” said Mr Wike.

Bola Tinubu in a jolly mood with Wike.
September 27, 2026

Police arrest suspected kidnapper, rescue victim in Rivers

The command’s spokesperson said efforts were ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal gang.

ARMED POLICE OFFICERS
September 24, 2026

APM ‌postpones South-South town hall meeting

The Makinde-Daura Presidential Campaign Organisation has postponed its South-South zonal town hall meeting, scheduled for Friday, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom.

Makinde at presidential campaign rally
September 21, 2026

2027 election will be easiest for me in Rivers, Wike boasts

Mr Wike said his political strength stems from his track record and direct connection with the people. 

Wike inaugurating project Credit: Punch
September 21, 2026

TCN ‌begins rehabilitation of four vandalised towers on Afam-IPP-Elelenwo

The Transmission Company of Nigeria says it is currently rehabilitating four vandalised towers on the Afam-IPP-Elelenwo 132 kilovolt double-circuit line.

Vandalised TCN towers
September 14, 2026

Navy uncovers 10,000 litres of diesel during warehouse raid in Rivers

The Nigerian Navy uncovered a warehouse containing approximately 10,000 litres of products suspected to be illegally refined diesel in Rivers.

Navy dismantles militants' hideout in Cross River’s coastal community
September 11, 2026

Rivers govt assures FRSC of stronger road safety partnership

Mr Benamaisia urged officers to embrace digitalisation to strengthen Nigeria’s road safety culture.

Federal Road Safety Corps
September 9, 2026

TCN begins rehabilitation of vandalised towers in Rivers

TCN stressed the need for greater community involvement in protecting transmission infrastructure.

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