Month: August 2025

Police Sergeant Dismissed Over Allege Kidnapping Of High Court Judge In Bayelsa

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  The Bayelsa State Police Command, has dismissed  Sergeant Obrientele Ebiarede over his alleged involvement in the recent abduction of a State High Court Judge, Justice Ebiyerin Umukoro.   Sergeant Obrientele Ebiarede hails from Foutorugbene community in Ekeremor Local Government area of the State.   The Police Command, through the directive of the State Commissioner of Police, Francis Idu also declared Sergeant Obrientele Ebiarede a deserter under the section 398(1) of the Police Act and Regulations 2020 over Abscondment from duty for over 30 days.   Although the combined team…

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Senator Ede Dafinone: Raising Urhobo Interest, Building The People

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By Nelson Egware A quiet renaissance is unfolding in Delta Central, one marked by purposeful leadership, people-centric governance, and an unwavering commitment to progressive politics. At the heart of this transformation stands Senator Ede Dafinone: an accomplished accountant, economist, environmental advocate, philanthropist, and legislator. His election as Senator representing Delta Central has not merely rekindled hope within the Urhobo nation; it has fundamentally reshaped the contours of effective representation. The son of the late Chief David Omueya Dafinone, a revered statesman and national figure, Senator Dafinone has inherited more than…

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The Lasting Impact Of My Village School

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By Andrew Darah,     As I reflect on my journey, I’m reminded of the profound legacy of my village school, Esaba Primary School. Despite its humble walls and limited resources, this institution had a transformative impact on my life. Within its unassuming classrooms, dedicated teachers ignited a spark within me that continues to burn bright.   Simple yet Profound Lessons   My village school may not have had the latest technology or fancy facilities, but it gave me something invaluable: a sense of community, a love for learning, and…

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Senator Dafinone Congratulates Orogun Monarch, On Presentation Of Staff Of Office

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Delta Central Senator Sen. Ede Dafinone has congratulated the traditional ruler of Orogun kingdom, HRM Osuokpa 1, on the presentation of the staff of office by the Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori.   Senator Dafinone in his congratulatory message personally signed urged the Monarch to use the throne promote peace and development in Orogun kingdom. According to him, “I, Senator Ede Dafinone, on behalf of the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, heartily congratulate His Royal Majesty, Osoukpa I, the Okpara-Uku of Orogun Kingdom, on the momentous occasion…

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Otovwodo Community, Protest, Reject Interim Motor Park Executive

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  Women of Otovwodo Community in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, staged a peaceful protest in the early hours of Monday against the imposition of a caretaker committee to oversee the affairs of the Otovwodo Motor Park. The protesters, who gathered in their dozens at the motor park, chanted solidarity songs and carried placards with inscriptions such as “We want peace in Otovwodo”, “Arhiyor don’t instigate crisis for us,” in a show of resistance to what they described as an unwelcome political interference by the State Chairman…

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Bayelsa Police recovers Corpse Of Missing 43-yr old Real Estate Magnate

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By Idibhar Julius/ Yenegoa    Operatives of the Rapid Response Unit of the Bayelsa State Police Command, has recovered the corpse of missing Real Estate Magnate, Ekpeboh Richard from the forest between new NDDC road and Otuokpoti in Ogbia Local Government Area of the State. Police discovered the deceased was shot in the head in an execution manner before heos corpse was dumped.   Ekpeboh Richard is the Vice Chairman of the Real Estate Consultants Association of Bayelsa and hails from Ammassoma in Southern Ijaw Local Government area of the…

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Senator Dafinone Celebrates Prof. Sam Oyovbaire At 84

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Former Minister for information, Prof Sam has been congratulated on his 84th birthday anniversary by Delta Central Senator, Sen Ede Dafinone. Prof Sam Oyovbaire was commended for his dedication to public service and community development.   Senator in a statement, he personally signed said, “On the joyous occasion of your 84th birthday, I, Senator Ede Dafinone, on behalf of the Dafinone family and the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, heartily felicitate with you, our respected elder statesman, former Minister of Information, and a distinguished Okakuro of the Okpe…

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Dafinone Hails Chief James Onanefe Ibori At 67

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The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District at the national Assembly, Okakuro Ede Omueya Dafinone, has congratulated former Governor of Delta State, Chief James Onanefe Ibori on his 67 birthday.   Senator Ede Dafinone in his birthday wishes described Chief James Onanefe Ibori as a leader, an elder statesman with resilience, courage and enduring commitment in laying foundations for the upliftment Urhobo Nation.   According to the statement, signed by the Senator, “On this special occasion of your 67th birthday, I join family, friends, political associates, and well-wishers in celebrating…

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NANNM Suspends Nationwide Strike After Agreement With FG

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    The Nigeria Association of Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) Bayelsa State chapter has announced the suspension of its nationwide strike, effective immediately. The decision to suspend the strike was made after the National Executive Council (NEC) reviewed the outcomes of negotiations with the Federal Government and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The statement noted that key resolution reached by the NEC includes:- suspension of the nationwide strike in the spirit of dialogue and good faith, continuous monitoring of the government’s compliance with agreed timelines. Also amongst…

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THE BOSS @ 62: Prince Sony Ogbon Congratulates Sen Ovie Omo-Agege On His Birthday

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By Philo Ezewu   Prince Sony Jifas Ogbon  has send a message of felicitations, wishes and regards to the immediate past Deputy Senate President, Sen. Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR (KSJ) for attaining another age. You have been a life that is defined by determination and tenacity, uncommon courage and strength of purpose. Prince Jifas in a statement, described Agege as an erudite, seasoned and determined law maker who was not a towering figure in the 9th Assembly, but an indefatigable leader whose inbuilt leadership traits, wisdom, humility and resourcefulness shaped Deltans…

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