Month: September 2025

Industrial Court Orders IG Egbetokun, Others To Reinstate The Illegally Retired Police Officers

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    The National Industrial Court of Nigeria Holden in Abuja, has ordered the reinstatement of the Course 18,19 and 20 officers that were illegally retired by the Nigeria Inspector General of Police, Police Service Commission, PSC, and the Force Secretary with immediate effect. The Court in a suit no: NICN/ABJ/28/2025 brought before Justice R.B Hasstrup ordered the immediate reinstatement of the forcefully retired police officers. It would be recalled that the litigants brought the suit through eight of their representatives, ACP Chinedu Emengaha, ACP Victor Chilaka, ACP Egwu Otu,…

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Sen Dafinone Congratulates Akpoguma Over SAN Conferment

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Senator Ede Dafinone has congratulated Sir Victor Akpoguma on his conferment and elevation as Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN   In his congratulatory message, Senator Ede Dafinone described the elevation of Akpoguma SAN as an honour well deserved o er his dedication to the legal profession. He said, “I, Senator Ede Dafinone, on behalf of the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, heartily congratulate Sir Victor Akpoguma on his conferment with the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). “This honour is a well-deserved recognition of your distinguished…

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Detained Okuama Leaders To Be Arraigned In Warri FHC By Nigerian Army

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Fifteen months after being detained by the Nigerian Army, living Okuama leaders will be arraigned before the Federal High Court, sitting in Warri, Delta State.   The detained Okuama leaders, Prof Arthur Ekpekpo, Chief Belvis Adogbo, Mr Dennis Okugbaye, Dennis Malaka and others will appear before court for arraignement.   Though details of their arraignment is sketchy,it was learned the Nigerian had in a suit no: FHC/WR/CS/42/2024 bring them before the court.   It would be recalled that Prof Arthur Ekpekpo, Chief Belvis Adogbo, Pa James Oghoroko,(now deceased) Dennis Okugbaye,…

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Sen Dafinone Sets To Offer Free Diabetes Scan, Sensitization Accros Delta Central LGAs,

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As part of activities for the people of Delta Central Senatorial District to know their health status, Sen Ede Dafinone is set to organize free diabetes testing, and testing in the 8 local government areas he represents at the national Assembly.     In a statement, the exercise would kick start in October 1 to 18, 2025 at various Health Centers across the 8 local government areas. According The statement, “The Office of Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, in collaboration with the National Health Fellows, announces the…

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Dafinone Congratulates Ovie Of Agbon At 75

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  The Senator representing Delta Central, Distinguished Senator Ede Dafinone, has joined family, friends, and well-wishers in celebrating His Royal Majesty, Ogurime-rime Ukori I, Michael Omeru, CON, the Ovie of Agbon Kingdom, on the joyous occasion of his 75th birthday anniversary. “As you reach this milestone, Your Majesty, we reflect on a reign marked by dignity, progress, and devotion to your people. “Since ascending the throne in February 2013, you have built on the legacy of your predecessor, the late Chamberlain Orovwuje, Ogurimerime I, and guided Agbon into an era…

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APC Chieftain Blames National Leadership For Party’s Woes In Bayelsa

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By Idibhar Julius, Yenagoa       A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and founder of Pastor Reuben Initiative for Good Leadership and Accountability, PRIFGLA, Pastor Reuben Wilson has blamed the national leadership of the APC for the political setbacks faced by the Bayelsa State chapter of the party.   Speaking in Yenagoa during a solidarity walk and rally organised by PRIFGLA and The Asiwaju Group, TAG to honour President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Pastor Wilson said the party’s issues in the state stem from decisions and actions taken…

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Sen Dafinone Honoured By Tinubu Support Group, Vow To Produce 9 Million Votes For APC In 2027

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  The National Chairman of the Tinubu Must Rule Again (TMRA) group, Dr. Marvel Omars, has declared the group’s commitment to mobilising grassroots support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all APC candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.   Dr. Omars made this known during a courtesy visit and award presentation to the Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone.     He explained that TMRA, established a few months ago as an APC grassroots support platform, has already structured its membership across the…

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ADC Inaugurates Ward Coalition Committees In Delta

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‎ ‎The Delta State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has recorded another remarkable milestone as it successfully inaugurated its Ward Coalition Committees across the 25 Local Government Areas of the state. ‎ ‎The inauguration, held simultaneously in all 270 wards at the various local government headquarters, marked a resounding success in consolidating the party’s grassroots structure and strengthening its coalition network. ‎ ‎Speaking at the Ika South Local Government inauguration, the State Chairman of ADC, Engr. Austine Okolie, expressed profound gratitude to state, local government, and ward executives…

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At 40, You Are A Shining Example Ahon Tells Oborevwori Jnr

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Chief Press Secretary to the Delta State Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, has extended warm felicitations to Sheriff Jnr Oborevwori, son of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, on the joyous occasion of his 40th birth anniversary. Ahon in a goodwill message on Saturday, described Sheriff Jnr as a shining example of humility, responsibility, and service, whose character reflects the values of discipline and leadership instilled in him from childhood. He noted that attaining 40 is a major milestone in life, adding that the celebrant has shown commendable focus and resilience in both his…

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Ijaw Youth Council Vows To Sanitize Ranks Of Criminal Elements

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By Idibhar Julius/Yenagoa     The President of the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC), Sir Jonathan Lokpobiri, has pledged to rid the organization of individuals who exploit their membership for criminal activities. This commitment is coming on the heels of the arrest of an IYC member, George Idumange (aka Pastor Brandy) in connection with the murder of Richard Ekpebu in Bayelsa State. Lokpobiri emphasized the IYC’s dedication to upholding its integrity and reputation, adding that the IYC will not tolerate any attempt to drag the name of the organisation to the…

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