Rivers State

In a strategic move to boost economic growth and attract foreign direct investment, the Rivers State Government has called for stronger trade and bilateral relations with the Kingdom of Norway. The call was made during a high-profile courtesy visit by the Norwegian Ambassador to Nigeria, Svein Bæra, to the Government House in Port Harcourt. Representing […]

In a significant move towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and eliminating avoidable blindness, the Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP) has announced its readiness to partner with the Federal Ministry of Health (FMOH) and Social Welfare, alongside the Rivers State Primary Health Care Management Board (RSPHCMB). This strategic collaboration aims to bring comprehensive […]

The Executive Secretary of the Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP), Dr. Vetty Agala, has made a passionate call for stronger collaboration between the government and community stakeholders to support healthcare interventions and improve access to quality healthcare services across Rivers State. Dr. Agala made this appeal during her address at the grand opening […]

A New Dawn for Healthcare in Orashi: Commissioning of the Omoku Zonal Hospital In a major boost to the healthcare delivery system in Rivers State, the administration of His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, Governor of Rivers State, has successfully completed the state-of-the-art Zonal Hospital in Omoku. This landmark project marks a significant milestone in […]

A Milestone in Connectivity: Shettima and Fubara Commission 33.5Km Elele-Egbeda-Omoku Road In a major boost to regional trade and transport infrastructure, the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, alongside the Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, on Thursday officially commissioned the newly dualized 33.5-kilometer Elele-Egbeda-Omoku road. This landmark project, which marks a significant milestone […]

The passage of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) in 2021 marked a historic turning point for Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. For decades, host communities in the Niger Delta bore the environmental and social costs of oil extraction with little direct benefit. Today, however, the narrative is changing rapidly. Leading this transformation in Rivers State […]

Opobo/Nkoro LGA Chairman Equips Marine Police to Boost Waterways Security In a decisive move to curb maritime crime and ensure the safety of lives and properties, the Chairman of Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area (LGA) in Rivers State, Hon. James A. James, has donated high-powered equipment and security gadgets to the special squad of the Marine […]

Rivers State Commits to Strengthening Health Security Following JEE Assessment The Rivers State Government (RSG) has officially reaffirmed its dedication to reinforcing its public health infrastructure by pledging to address the critical health security gaps identified by the Joint External Evaluation (JEE) team. This assurance came at the conclusion of a rigorous five-day assessment workshop […]

Youths, Strategic Partners In Building Opobo/Nkoro Of Our Dream — Hon. James A. James The Chairman of Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area (LGA), Hon. James A. James, has described the youths of the area as indispensable, strategic partners in building an egalitarian, peaceful, and prosperous Opobo/Nkoro of the people’s collective dream. Speaking on the pivotal role […]

Rivers State Education Commissioner Commits to Improved Conditions at Health Science College The Rivers State Government has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to elevating the standards of tertiary education in the state, particularly in specialized institutions driving healthcare delivery. During a recent familiarization visit, the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Dr. Peters Nwagor, declared a comprehensive plan […]

RIVCHPP Engages Medical Directors and Billing Officers to Boost Healthcare Delivery in Rivers State The Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP) has intensified its engagement with medical directors and billing officers of accredited private healthcare facilities across the state. This proactive initiative is part of concerted efforts to strengthen collaboration, streamline administrative procedures, and […]

In a decisive move to bolster grassroots security and enhance the capacity of law enforcement agencies, the Executive Chairman of Opobo/Nkoro Local Government Area, Hon. James A. James, has officially donated a brand-new operational vehicle to the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Opobo/Nkoro Division. The brief yet significant handover ceremony took place at […]