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At the Tripartite Book Launch and Award Ceremony in Yenagoa, the Chairman of the Occasion, Senior High Chief (Hon.) Dr. Kingsley Kemebradigha Kuku, Esq., Agbagbatuwa Puoye (Mighty Rock) of Arogbo Kingdom, delivered a thought-provoking lecture on the historical, cultural, and oral traditions surrounding the ancestral roots and ethnogenesis of the Ijaw nation. In his presentation, he explored the enduring traditions connecting Oru, also remembered in some traditions as Horu or Tobu-Otu, with the emergence and historical development of the Ijo/Izon people. He emphasized that the assertion that “Ijo are Oru” should primarily be understood within the context of ancestry, ethnogenesis,…

Rivers State Governor, Mr. Siminalayi Fubara, has charged lawyers to rise above professional and establishment interests and defend the rights of citizens, constitutional democracy and the rule of law. Fubara gave the charge on at the ongoing 2026 Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) in Port Harcourt, with the theme, “Beyond Limits.” The Governor urged legal professionals not to become mere apologists or conformists, particularly when political power attempts to overreach the Constitution and established democratic principles. He said the legal profession had a critical responsibility to prevent the abuse of power, protect fundamental rights and ensure…

BEYOND POLITICS: SUSTAINING TANTITA FOR INCREASED OIL PRODUCTION, JOB CREATION AND PEACE IN THE NIGER DELTA*Why TANTITA Must Remain: Fragmenting Pipeline Security Would Jeopardise Gains in Oil Output, Revenue and Regional StabilityBy Alaowei Oyeinfie E. Jonjon, PhD The Niger Delta remains central to Nigeria’s economic survival, energy security, and national revenue generation. For decades, however, crude oil theft, pipeline vandalism, illegal refining, insecurity, and environmental degradation have constrained the country’s ability to realise the full value of its petroleum resources. Against this backdrop, the emergence of Tantita Security Services Limited — TSSL — as a principal indigenous participant in the…

The Initiative for Transparent Strategy and Good Leadership has condemned the alleged sack of over 21,000 local government workers in Rivers State, describing the development as “penny wise, pounds foolish.” The group, in a statement signed by its spokesperson, C.C.E. Obujunwo, alleged that the workers were sacked to enable the 23 local government areas generate funds ahead of the 2027 general elections. It claimed that the decision was based on the outcome of a biometric exercise conducted by the Rivers State Local Government Service Commission, headed by Israel Amadi. According to the group, the sack was concluded on August 19,…

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Brutu Otuaru, on Thursday, August 20, 2026, bade farewell to 150 Niger Delta beneficiaries selected for postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom. The beneficiaries, who participated in a Pre-Departure Orientation Programme held at the Corporate Headquarters of the PAP, comprised 50 First Class graduates and 100 graduates with Second Class Upper (2:1) degrees. The colourful event provided the students with essential information on international travel protocols, academic expectations and other guidelines they are expected to observe as they prepare to commence their studies in the UK. Addressing the beneficiaries, Dr…

Popular Nigerian comedian and actress Anita Asuoha, better known as RealWarriPikin, is set to return her proposed event to Warri following a reconciliation meeting that resolved the disagreement surrounding the show. The development was contained in a joint statement signed by RealWarriPikin, representatives of the Wado City Advocacy Group, Prince Collins Eselemo, Chief Godfrey Ishegbe and a representative of the Delta State Government. The reconciliation meeting provided an opportunity for the parties to openly discuss their concerns, clarify issues and resolve the disagreement that had emerged over the proposed RealWarriPikin event in Effurun. The Wado City Advocacy Group was represented…

His Excellency, Sen. Douye Diri, the Executive Governor of Bayelsa State and the Governor General of the Ijaw NationHis Excellency Pastor Peter Pereotubo Akpe, Ph.D the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State,Rt. Hon. Abraham Ingobere the Speaker Baylesa State House of Assembly and other members of the State legislature here present,The Secretary to the State Government,The Chief of Staff, Government House,Hon.Commissioners of the State Executive Council here present, for want of time and with the kind permission of His Excellency Sir, our Performing Miracle Governor I would like to rest on the already well established protocol. His Excellency sir, it is…

Foundation urges Rivers State Government to place youth at the centre of tourism, culture and creative economy as the world marks International Youth Day on August 12, the Kalabari Renaissance Foundation has called on the Rivers State Government to intensify efforts to position the state prominently on Nigeria’s tourism calendar, while deliberately placing young people at the heart of its tourism, cultural and creative development agenda. The call was made by the Chairman of the Foundation and organisers of the Kalabari New Year Festival, Mr. Harry Awolayeofori Macmorrison, while speaking with newsmen in Port Harcourt. Macmorrison said International Youth Day…

Abuja will host the 2026 United Nations World Indigenous Peoples Day celebration on August 10, with a special focus on recognising the contributions of Indigenous midwives to maternal health, cultural preservation and the identity of the Federal Capital Territory’s Original Inhabitants. The event, organised by the Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) in partnership with the University of Abuja and FCT Original Inhabitant Organisations, will be held at the Convocation Ground of the University of Abuja’s Main Campus. This year’s global theme is “Honouring Indigenous Midwives: Safeguarding Life and Well-being,” while the local theme is “Celebrating Indigenous…

Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s 2026 Appropriation Bill of N1.854 trillion, tagged “Budget of Resilience for Growth and Development,” represents a significant expansion of government spending compared with the 2025 budget. The proposal reflects the administration’s intention to accelerate infrastructure development while increasing investment in education, healthcare and public service delivery. Budget Size The most striking difference between the two fiscal years is the overall budget size. 2025 Adjusted Budget: Approximately N1.49 trillion 2026 Proposed Budget: N1.854 trillion Increase: About N364 billion (24.49%) The increase is driven by anticipated improvements in FAAC allocations, derivation revenue, internally generated revenue (IGR) and capital receipts.…