By Helen Okechukwu for UDEME Amid challenges faced by breeders, the newly refurbished state-owned veterinary hospital in Rumuodomaya remains underutilized. AT RUMUAGHAOLU, dog breeders like King David Olawale face challenges due to the absence of functional and affordable veterinary services. The location is at Obio/Akpor Local Government Area...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNewsMedia Reporter, Port Harcourt THE RIVERS State Government has entered into a Public-Private Partnership with Rainbow Heritage Group to develop a 1,000-hectare New Port City in Eleme Local Government Area. The agreement, signed at Government House in Port Harcourt, aims to decongest Port Harcourt and expand the state’s...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNewsMedia Reporter RIVERS STATE Governor Siminalayi Fubara has expressed strong commitment to completing the reconstruction of the 16.5-kilometer Rumuokurusi-Igbo-Etche Road within the next three months. This road has been a significant challenge for both residents and motorists, causing frustration due to its poor condit...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE RIVERS State House of Assembly has confirmed the appointment of five commissioner nominees submitted by Governor Siminalayi Fubara. The confirmation occurred during a plenary session in Port Harcourt on Tuesday. The nominees, including Hon Samuel Eyiba from Ahoada West, Ilamu Arugu from Abua/Odua...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNMedia Reporter RIVERS STATE Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called on traditional rulers to play a pivotal role in enhancing community security and fostering economic stability in Nigeria. Addressing the 117th/118th Combined Quarterly General Meeting of the Rivers State Council of Traditional Rulers at their Secretaria...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNMedia Reporter, Port Harcourt GOVERNOR SIMINALAYI Fubara of Rivers State has selected experienced educators to lead two vital school boards. He emphasized the need for a solid educational foundation, free from political influence, to ensure a prosperous future for the state. On Friday, at the Government House in Port Har...
By Ajibola Olaide, JKNMedia Reporter RIVERS STATE Governor Siminalayi Fubara has urged the National Assembly Joint Committee on Electoral Matters to prioritize amendments that enhance the electoral process for the benefit of society. He emphasized that legislation should not target or benefit specific individuals. Fubara made this appeal while...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNMedia Reporter GOVERNOR SIMINALAYI Fubara advocated for swift investigations and trials for suspects to avoid unnecessary detention in correctional centers. He emphasized this during a visit from the House of Representatives Committee on Reformatory Institutions, led by Hon. Chinedu Ogah. The governor stressed the need f...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNmedia Reporter GOVERNOR SIMINALAYI Fubara of Rivers State has pledged a massive overhaul of the state’s healthcare system to ensure residents have access to quality and affordable services. He also promised substantial budget allocations in 2025 for health, education, and agriculture. Governor Fubara made these remark...
By Helen Okechukwu, JKNMedia Reporter, Port Harcourt Governor Siminalayi Fubara has declared that his administration has begun preparing the 2025 budget. He insisted that the legislative seats declared vacant on December 13, 2023, will remain vacant. Fubara confirmed that the seats of Martin Amaewhule and others who defected from the Peoples D...
