May 16, 2018 – Page 2 – Politics Governance

2019: Iyede declares intentions for DTHA

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By Grandball Joel As the 2019 general elections get near, Deacon Innocent Iyede has declared his to contest for the seat of Ughelli North Constituency I under the platform of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP with the promise of robust representation if elected. Speaking at Orogun, Iyede disclosed to the PDP family that his quest to vie for the position was the burning desire in him to bring meaningful development to his constituency and the grass root. This is just as hundreds of person decamped from their various political…

2019 and the politics of campaign finance

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Each Governor was reportedly asked by the ruling APC party to bring N250 million ahead of the party’s National Convention. When the public protested, recently, the party disclaimed the news even if it added that it was the responsibility of members to pay outstanding dues. The APC needs N6 billion for its pre-election Convention. In the just concluded Ekiti Governorship primaries, an APC Gubernatorial aspirant who claimed he spent N100 million, got just 11 votes! I wonder how much the eventual winner spent. This story and similar ones, underscore the…

People’s Progressive Parliament Swears-in New Exco

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By Gradeone Henry The People’s Progressive Parliament (PPP) recently sworn-in new Executive Officers at their national secretariat in Ughelli, Delta State. The new executive officers were charged to take the position as an opportunity to serve humanity so as to enable the group contributes their quota towards nation building. The group president Comr. Onorhere Matthew in his welcome address said “on behalf of myself and the members of the Elite group, we cordially come you all to yet another historic event of the People’s Progressive Parliament. On 27th of January…

2027: Dafinone Leads ‘6-Over-6’ Push Across Ethiope West, Sapele September 14, 2026
The battle for Delta Central ahead of the 2027 general elections has entered a new phase, with the All Progressives Congress (APC) launching an aggressive grassroots mobilisation drive aimed at sweeping all elective positions in the district. The renewed push gathered momentum on Sunday as Senator Ede Dafinone took his consultation campaign to Ethiope West […]
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Oborevwori To Swear In Auditor-General, Inaugurate Councils Of 3 Delta Varsities September 14, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, will on Tuesday, September 22, swear in Mr. Emasogbe Matthew Oghene as the state’s new Auditor-General and inaugurate the Governing Councils of three state-owned universities. The ceremonies, scheduled for 10am at Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, will see the formal inauguration of the Governing Councils […]
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URHOBO’S ₦100BN GAS PARK: The Qestions Omo-Agege Must Answer September 14, 2026
By Ufuoma Egbe There comes a point when political leaders must stop issuing evasive explanations and answer the difficult questions. For Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, that point is now. The controversy surrounding the proposed ₦100 billion Industrial Gas Park raises a fundamental question: was the project located based on technical and economic considerations, or […]
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Dafinone: Urhobo Interest Must Be Protected In Gas Park Project September 12, 2026
Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has said his position on the proposed Industrial Gas Park at Sanubi-Orogun, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, remains clear, insisting that the economic interests of the Urhobo people must be protected. Dafinone, who is Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local Content, said […]
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ATAWA AI Secures Abu Dhabi License, Expands AI, Cybersecurity Operations September 12, 2026
ATAWA AI Technology and Consultancy has secured a licence to operate in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, marking a major expansion of its artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and technology consultancy operations. The company said the new Abu Dhabi entity is licensed for activities spanning AI research and consultancy, AI development, cybersecurity, information technology, computer systems and […]
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2027: APC Leaders in Bayelsa Endorse Tinubu, Goli, Obuebite, Others September 12, 2026
Political leaders of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Nembe Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term, alongside other candidates of the party for the 2027 general elections. The endorsed candidates are Chief Israel Sunny Goli as Senatorial Candidate for Bayelsa East Senatorial District, Dr. […]
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Breaking: Police Arrest 36-Year-old Woman Over Alleged child Pornography In Anambra, Rescue 4 Children September 11, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 36-year-old woman, identified as Anulika Onyeanusia, over alleged child pornography and sexual abuse of a minor in Onitsha, the state. The arrest followed intelligence received by the Command on Wednesday, September 10, 2026, regarding a trending video purportedly showing a woman allegedly using sex toys on a […]
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Anambra CP Nnanna Oji Ama Commends Security Personnel After First Lady’s Visit September 11, 2026
The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, psc, mnips, has commended officers and men of the Command and personnel of sister security agencies for their professionalism and effective coordination during the visit of the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, to the state. The First Lady visited Anambra on […]
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Dafinone Urges APC leaders To Close Ranks Ahead Of 2027 September 11, 2026
Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has urged leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Uvwie Local Government Area to close ranks and intensify grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections. Dafinone made the call during a consultation meeting with party leaders, candidates and stakeholders at Festus Keyamo Hall, […]
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REPOSITIONING IDU: A Task Before All Of Us September 10, 2026
BY Itiako Malik Ikpokpo Ksm Clan Otota of Irri Kingdom As the tenure of the present leadership of our flagship Isoko Development Union (IDU) winds down at the end of this year, perhaps there has never been a time more critical and important than now for us, as a people of a common destiny, […]
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