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Rivers State
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Federal Government Pledges Aid and Permanent Resolution for Rivers State Gas Leak
The Federal Government has committed to providing urgent medical, water, and infrastructural relief to the Bille Community in Rivers State as investigations into a local gas leak proceed.
Governor Fubara Pushes for Final Fix to Bille Gas Leak
Governor Siminalayi Fubara is collaborating with federal officials to resolve a persistent gas leak in Bille, while also pledging to upgrade local healthcare facilities.
Nigerian Navy Shuts Down Illegal Oil Storage Site in Rivers State
Personnel from the Nigerian Navy's Forward Operating Base BONNY neutralized an illegal crude oil storage site in Rivers State, recovering 20,500 litres of stolen product.
Two Officers Fatally Shot in Rivers State Attack
Two police officers were killed and three injured after gunmen opened fire during a stop-and-search operation in Rivers State.
Structural failures in Lagos and Rivers spark debate over accountability
Recent building collapses in Lagos and Rivers have claimed multiple lives, prompting experts to call out regulatory corruption and the negligence of property owners as primary drivers of the crisis.
Nigerian Navy Seizes Over 22,000 Litres of Illicit Diesel in Rivers State
The Nigerian Navy seized 22,870 litres of illegally refined diesel and a wooden transport boat during a tactical operation in Rivers State.
Nigerian Navy Seizes Large Quantities of Illegal Diesel in Rivers State Operation
Under Operation Delta Sentinel, the Nigerian Navy intercepted 22,870 litres of illegally refined diesel and a wooden vessel in the creeks of Rivers State.
Governor Fubara Denounces Unauthorized Foreign Fishing in Nigerian Waters
Rivers State Governor Siminalaye Fubara has called for urgent measures to stop foreign fishing trawlers from illegally exploiting Nigeria's maritime resources without paying taxes.
Rivers Assembly Speaker Criticizes Fubara for Delayed Fiscal Framework Submission
Rivers State Assembly Speaker Martin Amaewhule has faulted Governor Siminalayi Fubara for submitting the 2026–2028 fiscal framework behind the schedule required by state law.
Nigerian Navy Seizes Over 50,000 Litres of Illicit Crude in Rivers State
Personnel from NNS PATHFINDER intercepted two boats in Rivers State, seizing over 52,000 litres of suspected stolen crude oil and tools meant for illegal refining.