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By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  Three suspects have been arrested by the violence Crime Response Unit of the Rivers State Police Command.  The suspects, Maduabuchi Emeka, Chinedu Owhor and Kamachi Joe were arrested in connection with the murder of two police officers who were attacked while conducting a stop-and-search operation within the Aluu Division area on 29th June, 2026. According to a statement by the Command's Public Relations Officer, ASP Blessing Agabe, Exhibit recovered from the suspects includes Three AK- 47 rifles and one scorpion rifle.  The suspects have also linked other murder cases currently under investigation.  ASP Agabe noted that intensive efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fourth member of the gang, who is currently at large. The statement below 👇  PRESS RELEASE RIVERS STATE POLICE COMMAND RIVERS POLICE ARREST SUSPECTS INVOLVED IN THE ATTACK AND MURDER OF TWO POLICE OFFICERS, RECOVERED TWO EARLIER SNATCHED AK-47 RIFLES. The Rivers State Po...

  By: Nduka Anyanwu APGA Candidate, Ahiazu/Ezinihite Mbaise Federal Constituency (2027) As the 2027 electioneering campaign approaches, a new wave of hope is sweeping across Ahiazu and Ezinihite Mbaise Federal Constituency. Our engagements with communities, traditional rulers, youth groups, women, traders, professionals, farmers, and religious leaders have revealed one unmistakable truth: our people are yearning for purposeful representation and genuine development. I am deeply grateful to the good people of Ahiazu and Ezinihite Mbaise for the overwhelming support, encouragement, prayers, and goodwill you have continued to extend to me. Your confidence in this movement is not taken for granted. It strengthens our determination to build a future where every citizen has a voice and every community enjoys the dividends of democracy. Throughout our consultations, we have listened attentively to your concerns and witnessed firsthand the challenges confronting our constituency. Poor infr...

  A Pet Project of Hon. Nduka Anyanwu, Candidate for Ahiazu/Ezinihite Mbaise Federal Constituency (2027)   IMO STATE : Empowering Youth Today, Building Tomorrow   The future belongs to young people who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to innovate.  Across Ahiazu and Ezinihite Mbaise, thousands of talented youths possess the creativity and determination to succeed, yet many are held back by limited access to quality education, reliable internet, digital tools, and mentorship.   Hon. Nduka Anyanwu believes that every young person deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential.  His flagship initiative, "Unlock the Potential: Digital Skills and Innovation for Every Youth," is a practical commitment to preparing our youths for success in the digital economy and positioning our constituency as a hub of innovation and entrepreneurship.   The project will expand access to reliable internet, quality STEM education, digital ...

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Rivers State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the alleged killing of a former Chief Security Officer of Khana Local Government Area, Mr. Letam Kinee, popularly known as Langa,who was reportedly shot dead by unidentified gunmen yesterday, 26th July 2026 in Bori headquarters of the local government Area. The Command, reacting to reports circulating on social media, confirmed that the deceased's body has been deposited in a mortuary for preservation and autopsy. According to the Police spokesperson in Rivers State, ASP Blessing Agabe, efforts are ongoing to uncover the circumstances surrounding the sad incident. She said investigation was already underway to ensure those behind the killing are identified and brought to justice. ASP Agabe noted that the family of the deceased are yet to make a formal complaint to the Police, advised them to do so, as it would support ongoing investigations. From Police PPRO 👎 The body of the deceased h...

By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has come under public scrutiny following reports that he issued a "shoot-on-sight" directive during a stakeholders' meeting in Makurdi, Benue State.  However, a review of his complete remarks shows that the widely circulated interpretation does not accurately reflect what he said. Rather than ordering police officers to shoot indiscriminately, the Inspector-General stated that officers had already been briefed on Force Order 237—the Nigeria Police Force's operational guideline regulating the lawful use of firearms.  His emphasis was that officers understand the circumstances under which firearms may be deployed in line with established Rules of Engagement and existing laws. The distinction is significant. Force Order 237 does not grant police officers unrestricted authority to use lethal force. Instead, it outlines the legal conditions under which officers may discharge their firear...

  By: Awajis Josiah-Chijindu  The Centre for Environment, Human Rights and Development (CEHRD) in a bid to strengthen the capacity of key stakeholders on Advocacy, organized a CEHRD Staff and Alliance Members Advocacy Accelerated Training for State Institutions, Civil Society Organizations and its staff members in Port Harcourt. The training is part of CEHRD's effort to have a seamless relationship with River State Agencies and CSOs to actualize a State Standard of Operation to strengthen the implementation of The Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Law in Rivers State. Speaking after the event, Centre for Environment, Human Rights and Development (CEHRD) Project Lead for Strengthening the Implementation of VAPP Law in Rivers State, Mr. Josiah Egbilika remarked that it was necessary to build the capacity of State Institutions, CSOs and its Staff Members on Advocacy. He noted that the training was necessary to build a collaborative efforts towards actualizing the common...