Onyokoko Cautions Ominimini, Others Against Politicising Ethiope State Creation

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    The National Secretary of the Ethiope State Creation Committee, Engr. (Chief) Anthony Ochuko Onyokoko, has warned Urhobo political gladiators against hijacking the agitation for the creation of Ethiope State to settle political scores or attack Senator Ede Dafinone, saying such conduct could jeopardise the collective aspiration of the Urhobo Nation. Onyokoko, who is the Patron of Grassroots Marshall for Good Governance, and National Secretary of the Ethiope State Creation Committee, stated this on Saturday at Isokolo, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State while addressing a press…

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Oborevwori Congratulates Daniel Mayuku At 60

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Chairman of the Delta State Security Trust Fund, Hon. Daniel Mayuku, on the occasion of his 60th birthday.   In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described Mayuku as a man of prodigious intellect whose career in law, legislation, public service and community development had reflected remarkable capacity, versatility and commitment to the advancement of Delta State.   The Governor said Mayuku had distinguished himself over the years through his proficiency in legal practice,…

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Dafinone Celebrates Amori At 74, Hails Contributions To Delta Politics

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  Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has felicitated with the Chief Adviser to the Delta State Governor, Chief Dr. Ighoyota Amori, on his 74th birthday, describing him as a distinguished statesman, consummate political strategist and Pan-Urhobo leader.   Dafinone, in a congratulatory message, commended Amori’s contributions to the political development, stability and governance of Delta State over the years.   He said Amori’s political journey since 1999 had been marked by courage, resilience, loyalty and commitment to the growth and stability of the state.   According to…

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Amori At 74: Oborevwori Commends His Contributions To Delta’s Development

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated his Chief Adviser, Chief (Dr.) Ighoyota Amori, on the occasion of his 74th birth anniversary, describing him as a seasoned politician and committed public servant whose contributions to the state remain significant.   The governor, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Saturday, praised Amori for his decades of service and steadfast commitment to the advancement of Delta State and the wellbeing of its people.   Oborevwori particularly acknowledged Amori’s leadership of the Delta Central…

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Anambra POCACOV Names Women Affairs Commissioner Senior Ambassador

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Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), Anambra State Command, has appointed the state Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Mrs Esther Chinyere Onyekesi, as a Very Senior Ambassador of the campaign. The development, announced on Thursday, August 7, 2026, is part of the Police Command’s efforts to deepen collaboration with critical stakeholders in the fight against cultism, substance abuse, bullying, cybercrime and other social vices affecting children and youths. The POCACOV team, led by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Francisca Egbunike, said the recognition of the commissioner…

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EFCC Explains Freeze On Osun Govt Account, Alleges N11bn Fund Mismanagement

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has defended its decision to freeze the Osun State Government’s bank account, insisting that the action was taken to prevent the alleged diversion of public funds and was not influenced by the forthcoming governorship election in the state. In a statement on Thursday, the anti-graft agency disclosed that it had been investigating the Osun State Government since March 2026 over the alleged fraudulent handling of about N11 billion drawn from Ecology Funds, Intervention Funds and the Federal Account Allocation Committee (FAAC). According to…

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Bayelsa-Based Welding Entrepreneur Seeks Govt, NDDC, NCDMB’s Patronage For Indigenous Fabricators

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      By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa       Esther Bakumo Angese, a female welder from Bayelsa State, says her entry into welding was driven by creativity and a desire to transform raw materials into finished products.   Angese, who is also the Director of Izon Bakumo Enterprise Nig., a welding and fabrication firm, who spoke in an interview in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State said she has been in the trade for 14 years.   “The creativity in welding drew me to acquire welding as a skill. I like the…

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Economic Summit: We Are Ready To Invest In Delta-Brazil, Malaysia Investors

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…Oborevwori’s Administration Means Business- Onyeme   The Delta State Government’s drive to attract foreign direct investment received a major boost on Wednesday as investors from Brazil, Malaysia and the United States expressed strong interest in investing in the state’s agriculture, energy and industrial sectors following an inspection tour of key investment sites across the state.   The investors, who participated in the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit, visited the Kwale Special Economic Zone, where they were conducted round the facilities of Kwale Gas Gathering Hub and Phoenix Company.  …

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2027 Elections: Ikpokpo Seeks Total Support For Tinubu, Oborevwori, APC Candidates

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  Sir Itiako Malik Ikpokpo has called on his political associates and supporters to close ranks and mobilise massive support for all candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, stressing that party unity remains the key to electoral victory.   Ikpokpo made the call on Wednesday during the second meeting of the Ikpokpo Political Family at his country home in Uro-Irri, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State.   The meeting was attended by coordinators from the eight local government areas of Delta…

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FCT Police Raid Bandits’ Forest Hideout, Recover Assault Rifles, Ammunition

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Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory Police Command have raided a suspected bandits’ hideout in Dajin Madam Forest, recovering two assault rifles, magazines and live ammunition in a major breakthrough against kidnapping and organised crime. The operation followed ongoing investigations into the arrest of four suspected arms suppliers who were paraded by the command on July 11, 2026. The FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, disclosed in a statement on Wednesday that operatives of the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit carried out the intelligence-led operation on August 2 after one…

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