Current news today in rivers state

Here are some current news updates from Rivers State, Nigeria:

Breaking News

  1. Rivers State Government Suspends Commissioner for Information: The Rivers State Government has suspended the Commissioner for Information, Paulinus Nsirim, over alleged misconduct. The suspension takes effect from March 10, 2023. (Source: Vanguard News)
  2. Rivers State Assembly Passes 2023 Budget: The Rivers State House of Assembly has passed the 2023 budget estimate of N442.8 billion. The budget is expected to be signed into law by the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)

Politics

  1. Rivers State PDP Crisis Deepens: The crisis in the Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has deepened, with two factions of the party claiming to be the authentic leadership of the party. The crisis has led to the suspension of some party officials. (Source: The Nation Newspaper)
  2. Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, Meets with APC Chieftains: Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has met with some chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state, sparking speculation about a possible defection. (Source: Daily Trust)

Crime

  1. Rivers State Police Command Arrests 15 Suspects over Cultism: The Rivers State Police Command has arrested 15 suspects in connection with cult-related activities in the state. The suspects are expected to be charged to court soon. (Source: Punch Newspaper)
  2. Rivers State Government Seals Off Illegal Refineries: The Rivers State Government has sealed off several illegal refineries in the state, which were allegedly involved in the production of adulterated petroleum products. (Source: ThisDay Newspaper)

Economy

  1. Rivers State Government to Establish New Industrial Park: The Rivers State Government has announced plans to establish a new industrial park in the state, which is expected to create thousands of jobs and boost the state's economy. (Source: BusinessDay Newspaper)
  2. Rivers State Government to Partner with Private Sector on Infrastructure Development: The Rivers State Government has announced plans to partner with the private sector to develop infrastructure in the state, including roads, bridges, and housing. (Source: The Guardian Newspaper)

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news, I recommend checking reputable news sources or official government websites.