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Ipo Community Women Block Port Harcourt Airport Entrance in Protest Over Neglect

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On Tuesday, June 25, women from the Ipo Community in Rivers State staged a significant protest by blocking the entrance to Port Harcourt International Airport. The demonstrators were voicing their frustrations over the persistent lack of power supply and other essential amenities in their community.

This is the second protest within three months from the Ipo community members, highlighting their escalating dissatisfaction. The women arrived at the airport’s main entrance in Omagwa around 7 am, carrying placards and singing in their local dialect.

Their messages demanded better treatment as a host community, access to electricity, and recognition of their citizens’ rights. Placards bore statements such as, “We deserve better treatment as host community,” “We demand our citizens’ rights,” “We want electricity in our community,” and “Ipo women peaceful protest.”

The protest created a significant traffic jam, disrupting access to the airport for passengers.

The women pointed out that despite being the host community for the airport for many years, they have not received corresponding benefits, including adequate food supplies and educational facilities.

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This latest demonstration follows a similar protest on March 27, where the women were temporarily appeased by Sergeant Awuse, the former Chairman of the Rivers Traditional Rulers Council.

However, with their demands still unmet, the community members felt compelled to take action once again.


 

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Man Found Alive Nearly Two Weeks After Balogun Market Fire Incident

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An update has been shared on the burnt building at Balogun Market on Lagos Island, as it was revealed that a man was rescued 11 days after the building caught fire.

According to reports, the man was found alive on January 6, 2026, after being discovered under the rubble of the collapsed structure.

The survivor has since been taken for proper medical care, while further details are yet to be released.

Meanwhile, passersby and market traders have expressed concern, fearing that more people may still be trapped alive inside the building.


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Anthony Joshua Discharged from Hospital After Fatal Car Crash

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It has been reported that Anthony Joshua has officially been discharged from the hospital following the terrible car crash that claimed the lives of his two closest friends and supporters.

The boxing star was deemed stable enough to go home after the accident. After his discharge, he visited the funeral to pay his respects and see the bodies of his two friends.

Many have expressed grief and offered their support to the boxing star, praying that he will be able to find peace, as grief will undoubtedly be one of the most painful challenges he will face in life.


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‘Government Prioritizes Money More’ — PDP Calls Out FG On New Tax Law

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It has been shared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is calling on the federal government to suspend the tax law set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

This was revealed in a statement released by Ini Ememobong, National Publicity Secretary of the PDP. He stated that this new law shows how Nigerians and the masses will be affected, arguing that the government is prioritizing finance over security and other pressing matters.

“Rather than address these issues comprehensively, the Presidency has consciously minimized them and instead insisted that the commencement date must stand, despite the discrepancies,” the party said, adding that this “clearly shows where the priority of the government lies between Nigerians and money.”


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