Police Caution Against Distribution Of Christmas Largesse Without Security Presence

Anambra State Police command, Tuesday, warned philanthropists against distribution of rice and other Christmas largesse without security approval and presence for protection.   The command, in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga also unveiled different phone numbers from high ranking officers within the various existing Area commands and urged corporate and private institutions wishing to embark on Christmas charity to contact them accordingly. According to Ikenga, “The notice was aimed at ensuring orderliness, public safety, and preventing any untoward incidents during such activities.  …

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Breaking: Renowned Urhobo Musician, Ekpekuro Kidnapped

Renowned Urhobo gospel musician and Evangelist, Jerry  Omamesiri Ekpekuro, has reportedly been kidnapped by gunmen in Delta State. Evangelist Ekpekuro, widely known for his distinctive Urhobo gospel artistry, was abducted on Monday. As of the time of filing this report, details surrounding the incident remain sketchy, with no confirmation yet on whether the kidnappers have established contact with his family. Efforts to obtain an official response from the Delta State Police Command were unsuccessful. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Bright Edafe, could not be reached for comments. This latest…

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Iwhreko Community Youth Commends Emareyo Over Christmas Gift

THE youth leader of Otor-Iwhreko community in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Comr. Austin Okerhierhi has commended Olorogun Lawrence Emareyo for the donation of Christmas items to the community. The youth leader described the kind gesture of Olorogun Lawrence Emareyo, the MD/CEO of Ricky Hotels, as a man with the large heart of giving back to his people. In a his philanthropist gesture, Olorogun Emareyo gifted two cows, bags of rice and cash to Otor-Iwhreko community to celebrate the festive season. According to him, “If I can…

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Dafinone Bags UPIO Integrity Award For Effective Legislative Representation

  Senator Representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has been recognised by the Urhobo people for his “effective legislative representation,” in the Senate. The Urhobo People Integrity Organisation (UPIO) conferred on him an Integrity Award at its 2025 awards ceremony on Monday in Ekpan, Delta State. The event, which was held at Bon Hotel Hyatt, brought together leading Urhobo stakeholders to celebrate public officers whose actions have had a measurable impact on the Urhobo people. According to the President of UPIO, Olorogun Dr Ebenezer Okorodudu, the award was…

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Adesuwa-Audiale Foundation Extends Christmas Support, Cash Gifts To Vulnerables

  In the spirit of the yuletide season, the Adesuwa-Uadiale Foundation has brought joy to hundreds of elderly persons, widows, and children through the donation of gift items at the Messiah African Church, Warri, Delta State. The atmosphere at the church was filled with excitement as bags of rice, bundles of wrappers, food items, and other Christmas gifts were distributed, lifting the spirits of beneficiaries present. The outreach underscored the foundation’s commitment to supporting vulnerable members of society during the festive season. The items were presented by representatives of the…

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Nwaoboshi Death Is A Great Lost To Nigeria Political Community -Sen Dafinone

The senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Sen Ede Dafinone has described the death of the two times senator representing Delta North a s a political lost to the Nigeria community.   The Senator in a personally signed statement, said, “I received with deep shock the news of the sudden demise of former Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, a distinguished statesman and one of Nigeria’s influential political figures. His passing is a painful loss not only to his immediate family but also to Delta State and the Nigerian political community at…

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UHCDT Tasks Host Communities Of OML 30 On PIA Compliance, Accountability At Training

  Host communities in Oil Mining Lease (OML) 30, have urged oil companies to consistently engage community leaders, stakeholders and members of Boards of Trustees in implementing the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) to avoid conflicts of interest and ensure sustainable development. The call was made by the Uherevie Host Communities Development Trust (UHCDT) during a one-day capacity development training held on Thursday at Wetland Hotel in Ughelli, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. Speaking during the programme, Chairman of the Uherevie Host Communities Development Trust, Comrade Pender Agwarive,…

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Technology: AI Governance Is No Longer Optional

  As AI systems increasingly influence decisions in hiring, finance, healthcare, security, and public services, organizations are being held accountable for risk, bias, transparency, and oversight. Yet many professionals are expected to govern AI without clear frameworks, regulatory guidance, or practical tools. In January 2026, I’ll be leading a live AI Governance & Compliance training cohort designed for professionals operating in regulated and high-accountability environments. This is not about AI tools or productivity hacks. It’s about governance, compliance, and defensibility. Details coming shortly. #AIGovernance #AICompliance #ResponsibleAI #AIEthics #RiskManagement #AIRegulation #TrustworthyAI…

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NDDC Honours Ewhrudjakpo, Halts Projects Commissioning

….Lokpobiri, PANDEF Eulogise Late Bayelsa Dep Gov   By Idibhar Agadagba/Yenagoa   The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has suspended its planned inauguration of completed projects in the region in honour of the departed Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.   The Managing Director of the agency, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, disclosed this on Tuesday when he led the commission’s management team on a condolence visit to Governor Douye Diri and the Ewhrudjakpo family in Government House, Yenagoa. ‎ ‎The NDDC MD explained that the commission would have commenced…

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