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The Rivers State Waste Management Agency (RIWAMA) has issued a stern warning to residents of Port Harcourt as the environmental agency declared ‘operation keep Port Harcourt clean.’ The agency stated that the goal is to ensure a clean, environmentally safe, and healthy state. This announcement was disclosed in a statement signed by Marvin Abbey, the Director of Administration and Human Resources on Thursday. This announcement came shortly after residents called on the agency to reinstate monthly environmental sanitation. Residents of Port Harcourt and Obio Akpor Local Government Area particularly are advised to comply and dispose of refuse at designated approved…

To reactivate the Urban Renewal vision, the Rivers State Government (RSG) has inaugurated a committee to redevelop the old Port Harcourt City Centre. This announcement was posted on the government’s Facebook page on Thursday, noting that, on behalf of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, the Secretary to the State Government, Tammy Danagogo, inaugurated the committee. In a statement released through the Head of the Press Unit of the Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Juliana Masi, it was stated that this initiative aims to rebuild the old Port Harcourt City, including its lands and waterways. According to Danagogo, Governor Fubara…

The highly anticipated rematch between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois, initially suggested for February, faces uncertainty as concerns arise over the timeline. Joshua, 35, was defeated by Dubois in their first encounter at Wembley last month, with the 27-year-old retaining his IBF world title following a fifth-round knockout. Dubois dominated the bout, knocking Joshua down in the opening round before sealing the victory. Despite the defeat, Joshua’s desire for a rematch remains strong. However, his promoter, Eddie Hearn, has expressed doubts about Joshua’s readiness to return to the ring so soon. Speaking to Sky Sports, Hearn highlighted the tight schedule,…

In a momentous celebration of both personal milestone and societal commitment, renowned Afrobeat artist D’Prince, widely recognized as Omoba, recently marked his birthday with the announcement of his newly established non-governmental organization (NGO), the Charles Enebeli Foundation. This initiative reflects the artist’s deep-seated ethos of philanthropy and social responsibility, aiming to empower individuals and foster transformative change in communities. The announcement came through an inspiring message shared on D’Prince’s Instagram account, where he eloquently articulated his vision for the foundation. He expressed a heartfelt desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others, reinforcing his dedication to humanitarian efforts that promise…

Nigerian rapper and activist Folarin Falana, better known as Falz, has replied to recent charges made by social media influencer Martins Otse, also known as Verydarkman, claiming that the allegations against him are false and defamatory. Falz claimed on The Afrobeat Podcast, which was aired on YouTube on Wednesday, that prior to the dispute, he knew little of Verydarkman’s activities. “I don’t know much of it. I’ll be honest with you,” he stated, acknowledging that he had seen some of the influencer’s early content, particularly related to issues like the sale of unregulated bleaching products. “At that time when I…

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has taken a bold step toward infrastructure development across the state to enhance agricultural production. Abiodun assured the equal distribution of developmental projects, as outlined in the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) of the 2025-2027 budget. He emphasised that these projects aim to enhance agricultural production. During a town hall meeting in Ijebu-Ode, Governor Abiodun stated that several projects have been distributed across the three Senatorial Districts, including approved road reconstruction projects in Ogun East. Among the roads approved for reconstruction are the Imoro-Imegun-Opopo road and other major routes. While emphasising the state government’s commitment to…

The Federal High Court in Lagos State on Wednesday sentenced a Canadian woman, Adrienne Munju, to 11 years of imprisonment or a fine of N100 million for importing hard drugs into Nigeria. She was convicted on two counts before Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court. On October 3, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested Munju with Canadian Loud, also known as synthetic cannabis, weighing 35.20 kg during the inspection of passengers from a KLM flight at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA). Munju alleged that she was lured into trafficking the illicit consignment through an online platform…

A new study published by the Microsoft has delivered a surprising finding that may make you think twice about your breakfast choices or consuming eggs. Researchers from the University of South Australia have discovered a potential link between daily egg consumption and an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This study, which followed 8,545 Chinese adults participant found that those who consumed roughly one egg per day (approximately 57 grams) had up to a 60% higher risk of developing the disease compared to those who ate fewer eggs. This news comes as a surprise to many, as eggs have…

Big Brother Naija season 9 runner-up Wanni Danbaki stated that although she did not win the main prize, she believes she won. Wanni and her twin sister, Handi, began the competition together; however, Handi was eliminated in week eight. On the final day, October 6, The Nation reported that Wanni finished second to champion Kellyrae. Wanni expressed pleasure with her successes in an interview with Pulse, describing her aims as brand promotion, personal improvement, and lasting friendships. Wanni considers her Big Brother Naija trip a success, as she feels fulfilled. “For me, I feel like I won the show, because…

Nigerian renowned comedian Ali Baba described his interaction with former military commander Gen Sani Abacha as a “near-death experience”. He revealed this during the Leadership Podcast with Stephen Akintayo. According to him, the incident occurred during Abacha’s administration at a gathering in Abuja where Ali Baba was supposed to introduce the Akwa Ibom cultural group. “The first close encounter I had with death was with Sani Abacha. When Abacha was President, Ernest Shonekan had been removed so I went to do an event in Abuja and it was time for the Akwa ibom cultural group to perform. At the time,…