Countries Where Christmas Is Not a Public Holiday
While Nigeria marks Christmas with a public holiday, in 36 nations, including Israel, Saudi Arabia, and China, December 25 is a regular workday. Discover the reasons behind this global diversity.
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Community Volunteers Rescue Nigerian Schoolkids from Cultism, Drugs
In rural Igbeti, Oyo, a volunteer group tackles cultism, truancy, and drug abuse to protect students and boost school attendance. Discover their grassroots strategy.
Educationist Calls for Total Education for Children
Mrs Ayoola Akinyeye of Chrisland Schools champions total education for children's future at a Lagos Christmas concert. The event featured 12 campuses showcasing talent and love.
Plateau Athletes Win Big at Bonny Island Marathon 2025
Gang James Boyi and Grace Danlami from Plateau State clinch top prizes at the 8th Bonny Island Marathon. Discover the full results and impact of this inclusive sporting event.
Odili: Fubara's APC Move Brings Rivers to National Table
Former Governor Peter Odili hails Governor Fubara's switch to APC, calling it a timely move for greater federal benefits and alignment with Tinubu's reforms for Rivers State.
Fubara's APC Defection Reshapes Rivers Politics
Governor Siminalayi Fubara's defection to the APC alters Rivers State's political landscape. Is it a path to peace or a strategic move to sideline Nyesom Wike? Read our analysis.
Fubara Pays Condolence Visit to Diri, Ewhrudjakpo Family
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara visited Bayelsa to commiserate over the death of Deputy Governor Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Read more on the historic bond between the two states.
Fubara Commissions Road, Calls for Peace in Rivers
Governor Siminalayi Fubara commissions the Emohua-Ogbakiri-Egbelu Road, urging peaceful coexistence for state-wide development. Julius Berger completed the project 3 months early.
BPP Saves ₦1 Trillion, Sets New Procurement Record
The Bureau of Public Procurement has saved Nigeria over one trillion naira in one budget cycle through price reforms. This historic achievement is being celebrated as a major win for transparency and fiscal discipline. Read more about this landmark feat.
Rivers State Promises Open Arms to Investors at Trade Fair
Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency pledges to improve ease of doing business and tackle negative perceptions to attract investments. Key stakeholders call for protection of existing businesses.
Fubara: Political Crisis Slowed Rivers Governance
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara admits political turmoil slowed his administration but vows accelerated development for Bonny and the state. Read his new plans.
Tinubu's Reforms Save ₦1 Trillion in Procurement
NEFGAD hails Tinubu's public procurement reforms as a watershed for Nigeria's economy, citing ₦1 trillion saved and a shift towards fiscal discipline and local content.
Tinubu's 10 Defining Decisions of 2025
From emergency rule in Rivers State to major tax reforms and security overhauls, explore the 10 pivotal decisions by President Tinubu's administration that shaped Nigeria's 2025. Read the full list and analysis.
Stanley Pepple Receives Global Ambassador of Peace Award
Rivers State Chief Pilot Dr. Stanley Pepple receives the Ambassador of Peace award for his advocacy and leadership. He dedicates the honour to Governor Fubara.
Nationwide Defections Tilt Political Balance Towards APC
A wave of defections by lawmakers and party officials to the APC signals a major political realignment. Get the full details on the moves in Rivers, FCT, Sokoto, Zamfara, and expert analysis on Nigeria's leadership crisis.
Fubara: 70% Mobilisation for Tinubu's 2027 Bid Done
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara declares strong grassroots support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of 2027, claiming 70% of the job is complete. Read the full details.
Four Rivers Reps defect to APC, dump PDP and LP
Four federal lawmakers from Rivers State have switched allegiance to the APC, citing internal party crises. This move follows Governor Siminalayi Fubara's high-profile defection. Read the full details of this major political realignment.
Police kill 2 kidnappers, rescue victim in Rivers
Rivers State Police Command operatives have rescued an abducted woman and killed two suspected kidnappers in a gun battle at their forest hideout in Emohua. Read the full details of the daring operation.
Federal Government Reopens 47 Unity Schools
The Federal Government has reopened the 47 Unity Colleges shut in November over insecurity. The Ministry of Education assures safety measures are in place. Read more.
FRSC Launches Special Yuletide Patrol in Rivers State
The FRSC Rivers Command has launched Operation Zero Special Patrol to ensure road safety during the festive season. Over 1,019 personnel deployed from Dec 15 to Jan 15. Motorists urged to comply with traffic rules.
Fubara Reveals Why He Dumped PDP for APC
Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara details his defection to the APC, citing gratitude to President Tinubu and a desire to develop the state. Full story inside.
4 Rivers PDP Reps Resign, Join APC
Four Rivers State House of Representatives members have defected from the PDP to the ruling APC. Get the full list and analysis of this major political shift.
NLC in 3 States Protest Against Rising Insecurity
Workers in Enugu, Rivers, and Ebonyi joined a nationwide NLC protest against insecurity, accusing the Federal Government of not protecting lives and property. Read their demands.
Project Enlighten: Ilupeju Public Library Gets Major Facelift
Rachisols Foundation unveils renovated Ilupeju public library under 'Project Enlighten', aiming to remodel 10 Lagos libraries by 2030. Discover how this initiative empowers learners.
Fubara Confirms ₦600bn in Rivers State Treasury
Governor Siminalayi Fubara confirms Rivers State has ₦600bn in its coffers, pledges detailed public accounting of all funds and project spending. Read the full report.
Fubara: ₦600bn in Rivers Coffers After Emergency Rule
Governor Siminalayi Fubara reveals he met over ₦600 billion in Rivers State's treasury after emergency rule, defending his administration's transparent spending. Read details of the executive-legislature tension.
Rivers Governor Fubara Uncovers ₦600bn State Funds
Governor Siminalayi Fubara discloses Rivers State met ₦600bn after emergency rule, vows full financial transparency within six months. Details on new road projects inside.
Okonkwo Faults Supreme Court Verdict on Rivers Emergency
ADC chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo warns the Supreme Court's verdict on Rivers emergency rule sets a dangerous precedent for democracy, allowing presidential overreach. Read his full analysis.
Wike Celebrates Tinubu's New Appointment of Rivers Indigene
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike commends President Tinubu for appointing Prof. Chituru Orluwene as CMD of UPTH. He praises the president's love for Rivers State. Read the full details.
Five Public Officers Honoured for Integrity in Service
Accountability Lab Nigeria awards five public servants for honesty and impact. The initiative aims to rebuild trust and shift accountability towards incentives and recognition.
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