Ekiti Poll: APC Poised For Massive Victory As Joel-Onowakpo Backs Oyebanji’s Re-election Bid

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    Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas has expressed strong confidence in the electoral prospects of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the June 20, 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State, declaring that the party is working towards delivering a resounding victory for Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji.   Speaking during the inauguration of the APC National Campaign Council in Abuja, the senator said the ruling party is targeting an unprecedented electoral margin of over 500,000 votes, citing the governor’s performance and the party’s widespread acceptance among the people of Ekiti State.…

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Okuama Crisis: Akpodiete Applauds Rule Of Law, As Court Grants Freedom To Detained Leaders

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  THE Federal High Court sitting in Warri, Delta State Wednesday ordered the unconditional release of Prof. Arthur Ekpekpo and the other detained Okuama leaders of Ughelli South Local Government of Delta state. The court also fixed July 13, 2026, for the continuation of hearing on the substantive matter. This is just as Prof. Alexander Akpodiete has hailed the court verdict, as he  commended the judiciary for upholding the rule of law. Hon. Justice Hyeladzira Nganjiwa gave the order while delivering his judgment in Motion for release under fundamental rights…

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Tompolo Calls For Calm Amid Warri Delineation Crisis, Calls For Mutual Understanding

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  Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited and Ibe-Ebidouwei of the Ijaw Nation, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has appealed for calm following the ongoing occupation of oil and gas installations in the Escravos and Warri River areas by protesting women and youths over the ward delineation controversy in the Warri Federal Constituency. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Tompolo described the protesters as peaceful and urged all stakeholders to embrace dialogue in order to prevent the situation from escalating into violence. The mass action,…

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Senator Ede Dafinone’s Stewardship And The Case For Continuity In Delta Central

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By Fegor Ogene, JP     In politics, promises are easy, but performance is what truly matters. Over the past two years, Distinguished Senator Ede Dafinone has steadily built a reputation for delivering results and giving Delta Central a voice that resonates both at home and in Abuja. From education to infrastructure, his footprints are visible across the district. ICT centres, support for schools, and the ongoing hostel project at the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), reflect a commitment to preparing young people for the future. Beyond classrooms,…

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Ujevwu-Itakpe Train Accident: Sen Dafinone, Patrick Ukah Were Not Passengers — NRC Insists

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    The Nigerian Railway Corporation, NRC, has clarified that Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, and former Secretary to the Delta State Government, Mr. Patrick Ukah, were not among passengers on board the Ujevwu-Itakpe Train Service involved in the recent accident near Agbor, Delta State.   The clarification followed an earlier statement that erroneously suggested that both men were passengers on the train at the time of the incident.   In a statement signed by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the NRC, Dr. Kayode…

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Akpodiete Laments Agbor Train Derailment, Calls For Improved Railway Maintenance

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    Delta Central Senatorial aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. Alexander Akpodiete, has expressed sadness over the tragic derailment involving the Warri–Itakpe Train Service near Agbor, Delta State, which claimed lives and left several passengers injured.   Akpodiete, in a statement issued on Tuesday, described the incident as a heartbreaking tragedy that has plunged affected families into grief, as he renewed calls for improved maintenance and safety standards across Nigeria’s railway network.   The NDC chieftain extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and sympathize…

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Warri Ward Delineation Crisis: Protesters Shut 13 Oil Flow Stations, Halt 400,000bpd Output

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  Nigeria’s crude oil production has suffered a major disruption following the shutdown of 13 oil flow stations in Delta State by protesting youths and women from oil-bearing communities in Warri Federal Constituency. The affected facilities, operated by major oil firms including Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC), Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), and Nestoil/Neconde, collectively account for an estimated 400,000 barrels of crude oil per day (bpd), raising fresh concerns over the impact on the nation’s economy and oil revenue. The flow stations affected by the action include Odidi 1 and…

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Dafinone Mourns Agbor Train Crash Victims, Demands Improved Rail Safety

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Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic train accident involving the Warri–Itakpe Train Service near Agbor, Delta State, which claimed lives and left several passengers injured. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Dafinone described the incident as a painful tragedy that has thrown affected families and communities into mourning, while calling for urgent measures to strengthen safety standards across Nigeria’s rail transport system. The lawmaker extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, noting that no family should have to…

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Oborevwori Mourns Victims Of Agbor Train Mishap

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…..Directs Immediate Government Response     Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic train accident in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, which claimed four lives and left several others injured. Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, commiserated with the families of the deceased and prayed for the speedy recovery of those receiving treatment from injuries sustained in the incident. The Governor described the accident as heartbreaking and unfortunate, noting that the loss of lives was…

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Warri North Chairman Dismisses Ethnic Crisis Rumours, Urges Residents Not To Relocate

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  The Executive Chairman of Warri North Local Government Council, Hon. Festus Ashima, has dismissed reports of an alleged ethnic crisis between Ijaw and Itsekiri communities in the area, assuring residents that there is no threat to peace and security in any part of the council. Ashima, in a statement issued on Sunday, described as false and misleading rumours circulating on social media that Ijaw and Itsekiri communities were at war, forcing residents to flee their homes out of fear of attacks. According to him, the reports were the handiwork…

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