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Group resists oil resumption in Ogoniland, plans statewide protest.
Port Harcourt, Sept. 8, 2026- The Ogoni Youths Development Initiative (OYDI) has on Tuesday issued a statement notifying President Bola Tinubu and his cabinate of its planned statewide protest against oil resumption in Ogoniland. In a letter dated Sept. 8, 2026 directed to President Bola Tinubu, Senate President, Godswill Akpabio,
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Sports, Entertainments & Lifestyle
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NIS Students get new tracksuit as reforms set a new standard
By Aderonke Ojo The National Institute for Sports (NIS) has taken another step in improving the welfare, appearance and professional identity of its student coaches with the presentation of new official tracksuits to students undergoing training at the Institute. Described as the best tracksuits provided to NIS students in
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1st National Intermediate Games: Joint Technical Committee Adopt Final Technical Framework, as EKO 2026 Enters Final Preparatory Phase
By Aderonke Ojo The National Sports Commission (NSC) is concluding major technical and operational arrangements for the maiden National Intermediate Games, EKO 2026, with the Joint Technical Committee approving key measures on athlete eligibility, talent identification, competition, accommodation, transportation, medical services and digital Games management. The decisions were reached
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National Intermediate Games Postponed, to Support Excellent Hosting of Inaugural Edition
By Aderonke Ojo The first edition of the National Intermediate Games, scheduled to take place in Lagos from October 1 to 15, 2026, has been postponed to the first quarter of 2027 to allow for further preparations and ensure a successful world-class inaugural edition. The Lagos State Sports Commission
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Raliat Anako Abdulsalam: A Football Administrator of Excellence Driving Women’s and Youth Football Development in Nigeria
By Aderonke Ojo Chief Mrs. Raliat Anako Abdulsalam has emerged as one of the notable female voices in Nigerian football administration, combining more than 28 years of professional experience with a sustained commitment to sports development, grassroots football, women’s empowerment and youth development. A sports administrator, business analyst, marketer, accountant
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Business & Economy
EU to Support Young Nigerians with entrepreneurial, employability Opportunities
Port Harcourt, Aug. 18, 2026 -The European Commission says it is committed to supporting young Nigerians to identify entrepreneurial opportunities and improve their employability prospects. Luisa Bunescu, Higher Education Policy Expert, European Commission, stated this on Monday at the second the International Conference on Agrifood Systems and Stakeholders’ Forum at
Politics & Governance
Christians will vote massively for Tinubu- Group
A Oyigbo LGA APC Chairman flanked by APC Christian Leaders at a prayer summit in Rivers State. Oyigbo (Rivers), July 8, 2026 -The National APC Christian Leaders Forum of Nigeria (NACLFON) has said Christians will vote massively for President Bola Tinubu in the forthcoming general elections. Arch. Bishop Lucky Aroh,
Health, Science, Climate & Environment
NESDREA, others unlock economic opportunities in Carbon capture.
NESDREA, others unlock economic opportunities in Carbon capture. Port Harcourt, April 10, 2026-The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESDREA) has reiterated its commitment to partner critical stakeholders towards promoting safer environment in carbon management. The Director-General, Prof. Innocent Barikor, made the statement at the launch of a platform
Crime & Security
FRSC trains driving school operators in innovative techniques
Port Harcourt, May 15, 2026-The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says it is training driving school operators in evolving vehicle technology and modern road trends to enthrone decent road culture. Mr Shehu Muhammad, the FRSC Corps Marshal, stated this at the annual mandatory training for proprietors and instructors of driving
Facts Check
NSC congratulates team Nigeria for first gold at commonwealth weightlifting championship in India
The National Sports Commission has applauded Didih Onome Omolola for winning gold in the women 53kg at the ongoing Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Ahmedabad, India today. This is coming after Ruth Nyong Asuquo won silver in the 48kg junior women category on Monday. An elated NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu
Culture & Tourism
Andoni LGA unveils “2025 Andoni Carnival’
Andoni LGA unveils “2025 Andoni Carnival’ Andoni (Rivers), Nov. 27, 2025- Andoni Local Government Area of Rivers has further demonstrated commitment to tourism development as it announced the unveiling of the ‘2025 Andoni Carnival’. The unavailing slated for Nov. 28, 2025 would enable the council’s Chairman Hon. Lucky Otuo
Technology & Innovations
NESDREA, others unlock economic opportunities in Carbon capture.
NESDREA, others unlock economic opportunities in Carbon capture. Port Harcourt, April 10, 2026-The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESDREA) has reiterated its commitment to partner critical stakeholders towards promoting safer environment in carbon management. The Director-General, Prof. Innocent Barikor, made the statement at the launch of a platform





























