Month: April 2025

Uromi 16 And The Tragedy Of Nigeria

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By Sunny Awhefeada,   The lynching of sixteen persons, whether they were hunters, kidnappers, terrorists or bandits depending on who is talking about the incident, starkly speaks to the evolving tragedy that is Nigeria. Some commentators have blamed the tragic incident on the perpetrators, while others think the sixteen men deserved what they got. However, what has become a consensus among most people, except those in government, is that the Uromi tragedy is a reflection of the consequences of a failed system. Nigeria has failed its citizens and it must…

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As Jim Derek Seizes The Gauntlet For Sheriff

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Basil Okoh,   A composition by a JSS-level critic was written in response to my op-ed with the title: “2027: TINUBU LOSES IN DELTA IF SHERIFF FIELDED BY APC”. To prove himself to be a juvenile critic, the writer with the moniker Jim Derek, mentioned the name Basil Okoh 31 times in a 1620 word, two-page composition and splattered the pages with abuse, hate and contradictory assertions, completely lacking focus or understanding of what was written. I felt punished, not by the drivel he wrote, but by the effort I…

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Ewu-Urhobo Monarch Laments Unfortunate Incident Between Edjekota And Ewu, Calls For Calm

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The traditional ruler of Ewu-Urhobo kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, HRM Clement Oghenerukevwe Ikolo, has lamented the unfortunate incident that led to lost of lives in a land dispute between his kingdom and Edjekota community in Ughelli North Local Government Area. The Monarch in a statement appealed to the State Governor Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori and security agents to urgently intervene in the issue to further stop more life lost. It would be recalled that two persons, Victor Akpojaro, Martins Ekerhare were yesterday (Monday) killed…

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Re: Senator Ede Dafinone’s Recent Overtures For Peace And Reconciliation

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All Progressives Congress, APC, Chieftain Okakuro (Dr.) Joseph Tedwins Emudainohwo has expressed disappointment over the call for  reconciliation of the party leaders call made by the senator representing Delta Central senatorial district, Senator Ede Dafinone.     Dear Senator Ede Dafinone, I am compelled to write to you again, and again, I am doing it with a profound sense of disappointment. This time , I want to address your sudden and calculated shift toward advocating for peace within the party. Of course we need peace within the party, and peace…

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Two Dead, Others Injured In A Land Tussle Between Edjekota And Ewu Communities

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TWO persons have been killed as tension is currently heightened over land ownership between Edjekota-Ogor and Ewu communities in Ughelli North and Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. Though, the report is sketchy, it learned that both communities had longed been claiming ownership of a stretch of land in the area. Below is the remains of one of the deceased victims  Viewers discretion is advised A source from one of the communities said, “This issue of land ownership between  matter is at High Court in Jeremi and we…

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Elder Statesman, Ijaw Leader Chief Edwin Clark To Be Buried May 13

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By Efidhere Omamuzo    Prominent Nigeria elder statesman and Ijaw national leader, Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, would be buried Tuesday, 13th May, 2025, at Kiagbodo Town,Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State.   Penaowei Clark, stated this Today Saturday while addressing Journalists at the Kiagbodo country home of late Chief (Dr) Edwin Kiagbodo Clark leader of the Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF).   Penaowei Clark, first son of Pa E. k. Clark in the company of the Pere of Ngbilebiri-Mien Kingdom, Kiagbodo, HRM Prince Samuel Akpomiemie Fuludu, Ogiogio II, Prof.…

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Return Of Ewuabare To NNPC Excites Omo-Agege

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  Immediate past Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has hailed the appointment of Mr. Roland Ewubare as the Group Chief Operating Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), as it will be a game changer in the oil industry.   Senator Ovie Omo-Agege described the appointment a bold move that will bring a fresh impetus into the urgent need to reform Nigeria’s oil industry. Felicitating Ewubare on his appointment, Omo-Agege said given his pedigree and calibre in the international oil industry, his second coming is a…

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2027 ELECTIONS: TINUBU LOSES IN DELTA IF SHERIFF FIELDED BY APC

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Basil Okoh   There are consequences for every diabolic action in politics. The meltdown in Delta PDP today is the direct result of the contemptible action of Okowa in imposing Sheriff as the governorship candidate of the party in 2022. He scorned the outrage raised by James Ibori and the formidable left wing of the party. Okowa was determined to dominate everyone, brooking no opposition, including that of his own godfather. He willfully spent whatever amount of government money demanded to buy the endorsement of Sheriff by the PDP screening…

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HOSTCOM N300m Scandal: EFCC Grills Okowa’s Former Aide, Sunny Enujeke Over Alleged Fraud

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  …As Delta HOSTCOM Chairman suspended indefinitely The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has begun interrogating Mr Sunny Ndidi Enujeke, a former aide to ex-Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, over allegations of financial misappropriation and embezzlement of Three Hundred Million Naira (₦300,000,000.00). The funds, which were meant for a capacity-building and training program for indigenes of oil and gas-producing communities in Delta State, were reportedly disbursed to Enujeke between September and November 2024 by the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC). At the time, Enujeke served as…

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Delta CP Organizes Sport Competition For Kingdoms Under Ughelli Area Command

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      IN a bid to foster positive engagement among youths and strengthen community relations, Delta State Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has organized a sports competition involving 14 kingdoms under the jurisdiction of Ughelli Area Command in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.   The event, which will span four weeks, aims to provide an alternative to crime while nurturing young talents in the region.   Speaking at the opening ceremony, which took place at the Ughelli General Field, Saturday, ACP Ademola highlighted that the…

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