Places in Rivers

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History of Port Harcourt Golf Club Port Harcourt Golf Club was built in 1959. Golf is a distinguished man's game and many a deal has been sealed on the golf course. Port Harcourt Golf Club is synonymous with History, Prestige, Social Affluence and Beauty. Security/Safety of Port Harcourt Golf Club This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Port Harcourt Golf Club, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Your golfing items A hat and shades for the sunny day Cash or Credit/Debit Card Best Features It features a perfectly groomed and well-maintained lush golf course. Aside from the green golf course, the golf club also owns a lounge for members in an elegantly built clubhouse, a golf shop that provides all golfing needs, and a bar to hang out and enjoy the evening breeze after a long game. It serves as a tourist attraction for sports men and women, as well as a platform for corporate social interaction. Writer's Review It hosts a number of high profile local and international golf tournaments that receive huge patronage and attendance from dignitaries from the sports world and other areas of life.

Stadium, Relaxation, Play, Meet friends, Exercise, Eat, Drink

History of Air Assault Golf Course Air Assault Golf Course. This is an 18-hole public golf course where one can come in with friends to learn this elite sport, broker deals over a game, meet and network with high net worth people, and have a good relaxing leisure time. Security/Safety of Air Assault Golf Course This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Air Assault Golf Course, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Your golfing pack A hat or sun shades Cash or Debit/Credit Card Your lucky glove Writer's Review As the golf course is in a cantonment, you can strike up a conversation, befriend and play with the military personnel's that live around. Just remember to bring your A-game as they only play competitive game all year round. Most common visitors Golfers, trainers, and socialites. Good golf course for all season, and good to go always-Josiah Palmer

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History of Nigerian Air Force Base, Port Harcourt Nigerian Air Force Base, Port Harcourt. This is the state base of the air arm of the Nigerian Armed Forces. Owned by the Nigerian Air Force, it has an airport that gained popularity as a commercial destination due to the closure of Port Harcourt International Airport. After that airport reopened, most airlines abandoned the base. However, it still has some destinations since the airport is closer to the center than the main airport. Security/Safety of Nigerian Air Force Base, Port Harcourt This is a very safe location. Best Features The base features military offices for the Nigerian Air Force. It also features housing accommodations for the various military personnel and their families. There are also healthcare centres, religion centres and educational centres for the air force personnels. Writer's Review It is a serene and quiet place. Apart from the guarantee of safety, one also enjoys the orderliness and abundant military disciple displayed on the base. It is kept clean and noise is kept at a bare minimum. The health centres are also relatively cheaper and less crowded than private and public hospitals respectively.

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History of Rivers State NYSC Secretariat Rivers State NYSC Secretariat. This is the administrative office of the National Youth Service Corps in Rivers. It oversees the welfare, documentation and the general affairs of youth corpers in the state. Security/Safety of Rivers State NYSC Secretariat This is a very safe location. Always come in your NYSC uniform or you won't be attended to What To Bring Before heading to Rivers State NYSC Secretariat, here are some helpful things to take along with you: All documents regarding NYSC including; Call-up letter, Registration documents, School's Certificate, Green Card and Student ID Card Copies of Passport Photographs Your NYSC ID Card Best Features While there are secretariats in all local governments in the state, this is the headquarters and so houses the State Coordinator, along with other high ranking state officials. It is here to report to after your 21 days at the Orientation Camp to get assigned to your Place of Primary Assignment (PPA). Weekly Community Development Service (CDS) are also held here, along with the NYSC sponsored Skills Acquisition Entrepreneurship Development program. This is also where to go if you have inquiries about the NYSC scheme in Rivers State. Writer's Review As long as you are fully kitted in your NYSC uniform, you have no fear of being turned away. Different people have different tales of how they interacted with the officials and staff but I have found that a smile, knowledge of the local language, and an appealing face helps for a positive interaction. It will be wise to befriend one of the staff as you never know when an inside-ear will be needed. Most common visitors You will see a lot of Corps members, NYSC staff, SAED Instructors and hawkers here.

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History of Federal Government College, Port Harcourt Federal Government College, Port Harcourt. One of the 104 Federal Government owned unity colleges established with the aim of fostering national unity among youths from various parts of the country, this is a co-educational secondary school that prepares students for excellent performance in external examinations and lays a solid foundation for higher education. Security/Safety of Federal Government College, Port Harcourt This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Federal Government College, Port Harcourt, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Educational materials Housing necessities if you are a new or returning student Your ID card in case you need identification proof Best Features The college operates day and boarding system. The operative curriculum is diversified and geared towards meeting the needs of every learner’s aptitude and ability as well as the developmental needs of the country. Their alumni are found all over the globe, excelling, competing and contributing to the development of Nigeria. Writer's Review The College offers a comprehensive and all-embracing curriculum for academic excellence and total development of its students. It has a serene learning environment with highly qualified staff to give the students the good education needed for a sound all-round development. Most common visitors Students, teachers, parents and guardians.

Medical check up, Healthcare

History of Obio Cottage Hospital, Port Harcourt Obio Cottage Hospital, Port Harcourt. Do you need a hospital for diagnosis, maternity related inquiries, checkups, ante natal and treatment?. This is a recommended hospital to check out. Security/Safety of Obio Cottage Hospital, Port Harcourt This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Obio Cottage Hospital, Port Harcourt, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Medical files and records An overnight bag and extra pair of clothes incase you are admitted Best Features The hospital's services also include radiology, dialysis and various consultancy services. Writer's Review It is a well known health facility in the area so you can ask for directions from locals. They have recorded a lot of successive cases and miracles so you can be sure your health is in good hands. Their popularity has made them one of the referred hospitals so be ready to enter a crowded reception sometimes. A tap on the shoulder, a smile and an open inquiry will help you get sorted quick.

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History of Port Harcourt Barracks Port Harcourt Barracks. Formerly known as the Zamani Lekwot Cantonment in honour of the retired Nigerian Army major general who served as the military governor of Rivers State, this is a military base where troops of various size and complexity in the Nigerian Military and their families are quartered. Security/Safety of Port Harcourt Barracks This is a very safe location. Best Features It features housing accommodations for the various military personnel and their families. It also features large open spaces for military drills, healthcare centres, religion centres and educational centres for the residents in the barracks. Writer's Review It is a serene and quiet place. Apart from the guarantee of safety, one also enjoys the abundant military disciple displayed in the camp. It is kept clean and noise is kept at a bare minimum. The health centres are also relatively cheaper and less crowded than private and public hospitals respectively. One can also befriend a soldier, enjoy their tales and company and even get fit under military supervision!

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Worship, Sightseeing, Explore art, Dance

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