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The Economic Community of West African States urged member nations to prevent illicit trafficking of legally acquired arms, coinciding with the destruction of 17,000 decommissioned weapons and 20,000 rounds of ammunition in Port Harcourt.
The outlet provides continuous coverage and archival reporting on operational updates, healthcare services, and institutional news from the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital.
The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed three officers following the fatal shooting of a University of Port Harcourt graduate. The disciplinary action comes amid public outcry and ongoing investigations into the incident.
Federal Minister Nyesom Wike hosted Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara in Port Harcourt to strengthen ties and finalize their political alliance reconciliation.
Content creator and comedian Blacky will host his first major live comedy event, titled 'Another Chapter of Blacky', at the Celebrate Centre on September 18, 2026.
The invitation of social commentator Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, as a panelist at the ongoing 66th Annual General Conference of the Nigerian Bar Association in Port Harcourt, Rivers…
The electricity regulator in Akwa Ibom, Nigeria, has set a deadline for the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED). The regulator stated that PHED will continue to supply and bill consumers during a transition to state oversight, with full regulatory control expected by February 2027.
The Nigerian Federal Government has approved N1.02 trillion for various projects, including the Port Harcourt-Onne road and a cancer center. Additionally, the government is moving to decriminalize attempted suicide and has approved the Mental Health Act, aiming for a 15% reduction in suicide attempts by 2030.
Port Harcourt hosted an event featuring Wole Soyinka, with the city anticipating the festivity and road safety personnel and armed police managing traffic and maintaining order.
Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, defended his political conduct, asserting that his Christian faith does not obligate him to act like a cleric, during a media chat in Port Harcourt.
The Nigeria Customs Service in Port Harcourt has handed over ₦59 million worth of expired drugs to NAFDAC, preventing dangerous medicines from reaching the public.
A Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has resolved a century-old land ownership dispute between the Usokun and Obuama communities in Degema Local Government Area, dismissing a suit filed by Usokun Community.
Agrisiti, in partnership with Tagdev 2.0, the University of Port Harcourt, RuForum, and the Mastercard Foundation, successfully concluded the AquaRice 360 Pitch Competition, celebrating emerging agripreneurs.
The former Managing Director of Port Harcourt Refinery, Dikko, has been arraigned by the EFCC on charges of N1.3 billion fraud and money laundering, and subsequently granted N150 million bail.
An article critically examines the Port Harcourt Road project in Aba, Nigeria, highlighting the disparity between its official flag-off and the reality of its execution, describing the road as a long-standing 'wound' for nearly 30 years.
Police operatives in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, recovered a pistol hidden inside a loaf of bread during a routine stop-and-search operation along Azikiwe Road. A suspect was arrested in connection with the firearm.
Venezuela has declared a state of emergency following two devastating earthquakes that caused dozens of deaths and injuries. International aid and search-and-rescue teams are arriving as the country grapples with widespread destruction and a humanitarian crisis.
The Bayelsa state government in Nigeria has yet to finalize the tariff structure for its independent power plant, while residents report aggressive revenue collection by the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company since regular power supply resumed.
The Federal High Court has announced its annual vacation, set to begin on July 27. During this period, eight judges will be available to sit in Abuja, Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Enugu to handle urgent matters.
A viral video showing trailers driving on a road median in Port Harcourt to bypass traffic has sparked outrage and raised concerns over road safety and law enforcement.
A tricycle rider, identified as IK, has allegedly beaten his lover to death and abandoned her body along with her two children in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
A division of the Court of Appeal in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has affirmed a lower court's order that nullified the All Progressives Congress (APC) congresses which produced Tony Okocha and other executives.
A heartbroken mother in Rivers State is demanding justice after a learner driver crashed into her home in Port Harcourt, killing three of her children.
A learner driver tragically killed three children after ramming into their home in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The grieving mother is seeking justice for her kids.
Port Harcourt is set to host the 2026 South South Media Week (SSMW), an event aimed at addressing economic challenges and opportunities in the Niger Delta.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Chinese firms to facilitate the revival of the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries.
Residents and drivers in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, are experiencing increased extortion and harassment from hoodlums, prompting civil society organizations to demand government and police intervention to restore order.
Residents of Port Harcourt received relief as the local council conducted a free medical drive, providing treatment to 1,830 individuals.
Two Port Harcourt-based oil firms, ELC Oil and Gas Services and Chiefest Nigeria Limited, have threatened to protest over the alleged nonpayment of over N1 billion debt for contracts executed years ago.
Police in Ghana's Sissala East Municipality have launched a manhunt for two unidentified masked gunmen who allegedly shot and killed a Fulbe herdsman near Wellembelle in a suspected targeted attack.
The Guardian Nigeria News features an archive of articles detailing the operations and developments concerning the Port Harcourt-Aba railway line in Nigeria.
Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a civil defence officer in Port Harcourt, who was reportedly on surveillance duty for the Federal Ministry of Mines and Steel Development.
The FRSC confirms two fatalities in a Rivers road crash at Rumuola junction, Port Harcourt, attributing the tragic incident to overspeeding. Read More: https://punchng.com/two-die-in-rivers-road-crash/
An Arik Air Boeing 737 experienced a terrifying mid-air incident when its left engine exploded en route to Port Harcourt, forcing an emergency landing.
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress has praised former Vice-Presidents Atiku Abubakar and Yemi Osinbajo for their attendance at the burial of Dame Ezinne Mary Amaechi in Port Harcourt.
Angry demonstrators in Port Harcourt blocked major roads to protest the fatal shooting of university student Anthony Obodo by police, underscoring ongoing tensions between law enforcement and citizens.
Nigerian authorities dismantled a notorious criminal network responsible for one-chance robberies and kidnappings in Port Harcourt, detaining 14 individuals linked to local cult activities.
Operatives conducting a raid in Port Harcourt found illicit narcotics securely stored inside fireproof safe containers.
Residents in the Ogoni region of Nigeria are tallying extensive environmental and economic losses while calling for immediate intervention to address the recent oil spill.
Social media influencer VeryDarkMan addresses insecurity concerns and attacks on the judiciary at the 2026 NBA conference in Port Harcourt. Read More:…
Nigeria's NAPTIP has sealed a Port Harcourt maternity facility linked to an alleged N13.5m baby sale, arresting two suspects in a major child trafficking crackdown, following the shutdown of an illegal facility in Rivers State.
The planned revival of Nigeria’s Port Harcourt and Warri refineries could face a critical test beyond rehabilitation and technical completion, as the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has earmarked N2.5 trillion in the 2026 budget for 124 critical road projects, including major routes like Abuja-Lokoja and Enugu-Port Harcourt roads.
Charles Dale School in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, is highlighted for its approach to preparing students for the future through global STEM excellence and experiential learning, fostering innovation beyond traditional classroom settings.
Twenty-three inmates have regained their freedom from correctional centres in Port Harcourt and Ahoada, Rivers State, as the judiciary commences its 2026 prison decongestion exercise.
By Daniel Abia Port Harcourt — The Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) has urged Ogoni people to support the ongoing dialogue process coordinated by the Office of the National…
Port Harcourt International Airport achieves full global certification after 40 years, meeting international safety standards.
Former Managing Directors of Warri and Port Harcourt refineries, Jimoh Yisawu and Ahmed Dikko, are scheduled to face trial for alleged fraud totaling $989,630 and N1.42 billion.
Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has filed separate money laundering charges against Ahmed Dikko and Jimoh Yisawu, the immediate past managing directors of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has sealed off the site of a collapsed five-storey building in Port Harcourt and ordered a full probe into the incident.
A three-storey building collapsed on Peter Odili Road in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, with one person feared dead and several others trapped as rescue efforts continue.
By Daniel Abia PORT HARCOURT — The Chairman of the Khana Local Government Area Council of Traditional Rulers in Rivers State, King Suanu Timothy Baridam, has denied allegations linking him to…
A lawyer has accused the police Octopus Unit in Port Harcourt of widespread human rights abuses, including illegal detention, torture, and demanding N180,000 bail extortion, calling for urgent scrutiny of detention facilities.
The University of Port Harcourt has appointed a new vice-chancellor, who previously served as Rivers State commissioner for health.
The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) held its 36th convocation, celebrating 8,156 graduates, including 120 students who earned first-class degrees.
After 18 years, a family's missing brother, Gospel Kinanee, who disappeared at age 14, was found alive in a Port Harcourt prison, revealing a shocking story of his disappearance.
TechNexus and the NDDC have jointly announced the Port Harcourt Tech Expo 2026, a two-day conference and exhibition aimed at promoting technology-driven growth in Nigeria's Niger Delta region.
Women from the Alesa community staged a nude protest at the Port Harcourt refinery, demanding inclusion in negotiations regarding an MoU between NNPCL and a Chinese firm.
A suspected vandal was electrocuted in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, while allegedly tampering with high-tension electricity infrastructure. The incident was reported by PHED.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Chinese firms to facilitate the restart and expansion of the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries. This agreement aims to revive and improve the operational capacity of these key facilities.
A Federal High Court in Port Harcourt has nullified a controversial company meeting and issued an injunction to prevent the sale of the company's vessel.
Ogun State-owned Gateway Air has announced plans to commence one-way flight operations to major Nigerian cities including Abuja, Port Harcourt, Calabar, Jos, and Kano starting April 13, operating on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
One person has been confirmed dead following a cult clash that occurred on Easter Sunday in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.
Police are investigating the murder of a female usher who was reportedly trailed and shot by unknown gunmen during a Bolt ride in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria.
Nigerian film ‘Dara – A Port Harcourt Love Story’ wins the Best Feature Film award at the DC Independent Film Forum for its portrayal of youth culture. Read More: https://punchng.com/dara-a-port-harcourt-love-story-wins-big-at-dc-film-forum/
Youths from Ogoni and the South-South region are protesting in Port Harcourt against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited's (NNPCL) alleged failure to fund the Federal University of Environment and Technology in Saakpenwa.
A Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has ordered three local government chairmen, their vice-chairmen, and counselors to appear before it to defend the legitimacy of their elections held on August 30th.
NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi publicly invited Nigerians to scrutinize his background and identify any past misconduct during a campaign stop in Port Harcourt.
A Port Harcourt court has remanded two dismissed police officers following their arraignment for the killing of University of Port Harcourt graduate Anthony Obodo.
Relatives and community members have organized protests following the death of a University of Port Harcourt graduate, accusing law enforcement of negligence. His father alleges that officers abandoned their designated patrol post shortly before the fatal incident occurred.
The Rivers State Police Command has suspended several officers following allegations that they fatally shot a commercial driver in Port Harcourt.
Authorities have closed a hotel in Port Harcourt after a young guest died under unexplained circumstances, with the victim's family demanding access to surveillance footage.
A coalition of over 28 civil society organizations from the Niger Delta has backed the Nigerian Senate's call for an investigation into the controversial rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt Refinery, which took place during the tenure of former GMD Kyari.
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has sealed a maternity facility in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, due to alleged baby sale and trafficking involving a Liberian national.
President Bola Tinubu expresses confidence in the future operation of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries, despite former President Obasanjo's skepticism regarding their viability.
Former Liberian President George Weah is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at the 2026 Nigerian Bar Association conference, which will be held in Port Harcourt.
BUA Group is investing $85 million in the expansion of the Port Harcourt port, aiming to increase its import capacity to 2 million tons. This project is expected to significantly boost the port's operational capabilities.
The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) has dissolved its Students' Union, a move that has been condemned by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). The institution did not disclose the reasons for the dissolution or the specific issues under investigation.
The new Vice-Chancellor of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), Prof. Princewill Chike, issued a strong warning against cultism, sexual harassment, and other vices, vowing to enforce discipline.
The arraignment of the former Managing Director of the Warri refinery on money laundering charges has been postponed, following a similar arraignment of his Port Harcourt counterpart.
Vice President Shettima, Obasanjo, Gowon, and other dignitaries gathered in Port Harcourt to celebrate Nigerian Army Day 2026, featuring drills and displays.
Habibat Salawudeen Ihiovi-Jack is attempting a 144-hour Bible reading marathon in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, aiming to set a new Guinness World Record.
A three-storey building has collapsed in Lagos, Nigeria, with many people feared trapped under the rubble. This incident occurred barely 24 hours after a similar tragedy in Port Harcourt.
A Court of Appeal in Port Harcourt has upheld a High Court ruling that nullified the All Progressives Congress (APC) Ward, local government, and state congresses in Rivers State, Nigeria, sparking political commentary.
Police in Rivers State, Nigeria, rescued Maria Kobara from a mob in Port Harcourt who falsely accused her of child theft, with authorities warning against jungle justice.
Karibi-George, a 26-year-old from Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has won the Miss World Nigeria 2026 title and will represent Nigeria at the 73rd Miss World Festival in Vietnam.
Professor Princewill Chike, former Rivers Health Commissioner, has been appointed the 10th Vice Chancellor of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT).
The National Union of Tenants of Nigeria (NUTN) has urged Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State to intervene in the worsening housing crisis and suspend rent hikes in the Port Harcourt and Obio/Akpor areas.
NNPC is considering an equity partnership with Chinese investors, potentially granting them a 51% stake in Nigeria's Port Harcourt and Warri refineries.
Nigeria's National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has launched a flood response campaign in Rivers State. Director-General Zubaida Umar flagged off the exercise during a stakeholders’ engagement in Port Harcourt.
Growing outrage surrounds a Memorandum of Understanding signed between NNPC Limited and two Chinese firms for the rehabilitation of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries in Nigeria.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the restart and expansion of the Warri and Port Harcourt refineries. This agreement aims to boost Nigeria's refining capacity.
The Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee (LPDC) has ordered a two-year suspension for Port Harcourt-based lawyer Barrister Benjamin Obiora, following findings of professional misconduct.
A court has ordered the Nigerian Navy to vacate a property in Port Harcourt and awarded N200 million in damages, a judgment the navy plans to appeal.
A renewed cult clash in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, has resulted in the death of one person.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) is clashing with the Port Harcourt DisCo over the national power transmission capacity, with TCN stating it is 8,700MW.
Rivers State Police have arrested a suspected tricycle robbery syndicate operating in Port Harcourt, recovering stolen items and a locally made pistol.
Pandemonium erupted in a Port Harcourt magistrate court when it was discovered that a lawyer who had died appeared to conduct his ongoing matter.
The Police Command in Rivers is investigating an arson attack on the African Democratic Congress (ADC) secretariat in Ubima community near Port Harcourt. The post Police probing attack on ADC office…
Dr. Seinye O. B. Lulu-Briggs, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Moni Pulo Limited, has reaffirmed the company’s faith-driven philosophy and growth outlook as it marked its 12th Annual Corporate Praise commemorating the dedication of the company to God. Held at the Chapel of God International Worship Centre, Forces Avenue, Old GRA, Port Harcourt, on […] The post Moni Pulo CEO declares season of growth, stability at 12th corporate praise appeared first on Vanguard News.