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Blessing Agabe takes over as Rivers police spokesperson 

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The police command in Rivers has announced the appointment of ASP Blessing Agabe as its new police public relations officer (PPRO).

The appointment was approved by the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, according to a statement issued in Port Harcourt on Saturday by the outgoing PPRO, CSP Grace Iringe-Koko.

According to the statement, Ms Agabe was commissioned into the Nigeria Police Force as an Assistant Superintendent of Police in 2023 after completing her training at the Nigeria Police Academy.

The new PPRO holds a Bachelor of Laws degree from the academy and a Master of Laws degree from Rivers State University.

She also attended specialised courses, including combat operations and counter-terrorism training at Ende Hills, Nasarawa, and leadership training at Shere Hills, Jos.

Ms Agabe has served in various capacities within the force, demonstrating professionalism, discipline, and dedication in her assignments.

Her previous postings include the Divisional Police Station, Okporo; the human rights section and second-in-command, Police Public Relations Office, Rivers command, where she served last before her appointment.

She hails from Ogoni in Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State.

Mrs Iringe-Koko assured the public of sustained transparency, effective communication, and strengthened police-community relations under Ma Agabe’s leadership. 

(NAN)

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2027: OK Movement meets Peter Obi, reaffirms commitment to victory

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The National Executive Council of the OK Movement on Wednesday met with the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and reaffirmed its commitment to victory in the 2027 general elections.

Led by its Director-General, Hon. John Ughulu, the movement discussed its mobilisation efforts and its role in the 2027 presidential campaign.

Present at the meeting were key national and zonal leaders, including National Secretary Saadatu Mohammed Sanni, National Director of Administration and HR, Mrs Aisha Aliyu Abdulrahman and National Director of Operations, Hon. Francis Nnodi.

Others were the Director of Mobilisation and Outreach, Rev. Victor Ekam; and zonal coordinators Chris Elijah (South-South), Adefolaseye Adebayo (South-West), and Alhaji Sulaiman Abubakar (North-Central).

The National Exco and zonal coordinators reaffirmed their commitment to the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket and pledged to intensify grassroots mobilisation, coordination, and voter engagement across the country ahead of the 2027 elections.

They also expressed their determination to work tirelessly towards securing victory for Peter Obi and his running mate under the platform of the NDC.

“The mission is clear. The commitment is unwavering. NDC all the way,” they said.

DAILY POST reports that the OK Movement comprises supporters of Peter Obi and his running mate, Rabi’u Kwankwaso.

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NPFL: Pre-season tournament will get clubs ready for CAF challenges – Owumi 

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Chief Operating Officer of the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, Davidson Owumi, has said the pre-season tournament in Jos will provide Nigeria’s representatives in CAF club competitions with an ideal opportunity to adequately prepare for their continental campaigns.

League champions Rangers International, runners-up Rivers United, and President Federation Cup winners El-Kanemi Warriors are among the teams participating in the pre-season tournament in Jos.

The competition also features two wildcard teams from the host state, Plateau United and Mighty Jets, while Katsina United received a late invitation to replace Shooting Stars.

“Considering that our season would be commencing a few days before the CAF club matches, the NFF and NPFL resolved that it would benefit the clubs to have their players participate in a competitive tournament to further deepen their fitness and cohesion,” Owumi was quoted as saying by the NPFL media.

The 2026/27 NPFL season will kick off on Friday, August 28, 2026.

Defending champions, Rangers will take on Katsina United in the opening fixture of the season.

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