Oborevwori Inaugurates Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Management Faculties At UNIDEL Owa-Alero

  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Friday inaugurated critical academic infrastructure at the University of Delta (UNIDEL), Owa-Alero Campus, in Ika North-East Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to expanding access to quality education across the state. The projects commissioned include the Faculty of Management and Social Sciences Complex, named after the Governor; the Faculty of Environmental Sciences building; the Faculty of Engineering Lecture Hall and Workshops; a 500-seater central auditorium; and a fully equipped central library. Speaking at the ceremony, Governor Oborevwori described the event…

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Gov Oborevwori Aide Lauds Peaceful Conduct Of APC Ward Congress In Ethiope East

Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor on Security Matters, Olorogun Nikoro Ernest JP, has lauded the peaceful conduct of the All Progressives Congress ward congres in Ethiope East Ward 2 and the local government in particular.   Nikoro,  a chieftain of the APC, commended the outcome of the ward congress that was free from rancour, sentiment and confusion.   According to to him,  ” “I want commend our  party leaders and faithful for the successful and peaceful conduct of the Ward Congress in Ethiope East Local Government Area of…

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Decomposing Corpse Discovered Behind Hotel Premises In Ughelli North

      The corpse of unidentified male has been discovered in a bush behind a popular hotel that is few meters away from the Ughelli Area Command in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.     The unidentified male corpse who is probably in his early 20s was discovered by road users Last Tuesday.   As at the time of this report, nobody has claimed to be his relatives as the cause of his death is yet unknown.   According to a source, “Area wake up this…

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Prosperity Cup: Over 200 Teams Set To Participate As Competition Kickstart On Feb 26 In Bayelsa

  By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa         The Bayelsa State Government has announced the commencement of the 2026 edition of the Prosperity Cup, in partnership with FC Barcelona of Spain.   The announcement was made by Governor Douye Diri during the weekly Prosperity Walk held at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa.   Governor Diri was officially handed branded jerseys for clubs representing Nembe Bassambiri and Nembe Ogbolomabiri, symbolising the start of the tournament and acknowledging his role in fostering peace between the previously warring sections of the…

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Sen Dafinone Lauds Peaceful Conduct Of Ward Congress In Sapele

Senator Ede Dafinone has  commended the peaceful conduct of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Ward Congress held in Sapele local government area of Delta.   He described the peaceful conduct of the congress as inclusive, free fair  in Sapele Ward 1 as a consensus was unanimously adopted in unity without rancour.   According to him,”Unity now defines the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sapele following the peaceful conduct of the ward congress that free of dissent. “The Ward 1 consensus emerged after extensive consultations among local leaders and we have…

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A Voice That Carries Weight: Why Delta Central Is Turning To John Nani

By Julius Okiemute   As political calculations ahead of the 2027 general elections quietly take shape, a deeper conversation is unfolding across Urhobo land, one that goes beyond party labels and zoning formulas. From Sapele to Udu, the focus is shifting toward a fundamental question: who can truly articulate the interests of Delta Central Senatorial District at the national level with clarity, firmness, and consistency? Across communities in Sapele, Okpe, Uvwie, Ughelli North, Ughelli South, and Udu, that question is increasingly being answered with one name, Olorogun John Nani. The…

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ACP Olasukunmi, Commences Visitation Tour To Divisions Under Ughelli Area Command

  ASSISTANT Commissioner of Police attached to the Ughelli Area Command, ACP Olasukumni Musiliu, has commenced familiarization tour and  inspection of divisions under the command with a charge to officers and men of the force to be dedicated in discharging their duties. He gave this charge to Police officers attached to Otu-Jeremi and Orogun divisions in Ughelli North and South Local Government Areas while kicking starting the familiarization tour and inspection visitation. Speaking during the tour of inspection at Otu-Jeremi and Orogun divisions, ACP Olasukumni Musiliu, who was accompanied by…

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Ezonebi Seeks Support for INC Vice Presidential Position

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa       The vice presidential aspirant for the Ijaw National Congress (INC), Chief Ezonebi Oyakemeagbegha, has expressed confidence that his clan, Tuomo, is poised to produce the organization’s first vice president in the forthcoming National Executive Council (NEC) elections.   Speaking to newsmen in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State capital, Oyakemeagbegha, who is also the group’s spokesman, said, stakeholders in the Western zone, which comprises Ijaws of Delta, Edo, and Ondo states, have prevailed on him to run for the office.   He highlighted his achievements as…

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Diri Celebrates 6th Anniversary With Low-Key Thanksgiving Service

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa     The administration of Senator Douye Diri in Bayelsa State commemorated its sixth anniversary with a thanksgiving service at the Ecumenical Centre at Igbogene.   This year’s celebration was however devoid of the usual fanfare, which Governor Diri explained was to honour the memory of the departed deputy governor of the state, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.   A statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah stated that the Bayelsa governor paid tribute to his late deputy, whom he said began the journey with him…

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2027 Mandate Beyond Rhetoric: Why Senator Dafinone Remains A Critical Voice For Urhobo Nation

By Ovasa Ogaga,   As the 2027 political horizon begins to take shape, the Urhobo Nation finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. In an era where political expediency often trumps ethnic interest, the need for a representative who transcends mere titles has never been more urgent. For the people of Delta Central, the quest for a “voice” isn’t about finding someone who can simply speak, but finding a leader whose words carry the weight of action, courage, and unyielding loyalty to his roots. Senator Ede Dafinone has emerged not just…

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