Month: December 2025

200-Level Student Of UNIZIK Electrocuted While Ironing Clothes Outside School Lodge

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The community of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, has been thrown into mourning after a 200-level student, popularly known as Fedwin, was electrocuted while ironing his clothes at his off-campus residence. According to students who witnessed the incident, the young man was carrying out the routine task when he suddenly suffered an electric shock. His lodge mates immediately rushed to his aid and made frantic efforts to resuscitate him. Despite their attempts to save his life, he was eventually confirmed dead. The heartbreaking news spread quickly across the campus, leaving many…

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Eruemukohwarien Community Announces Godwin Anigboro As The 21st President General

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BY Jude Ekpababor, Secretary General, Eruemukohwarien Community   Eruemukohwarien Community stands at a pivotal moment in its history following the unexpected and unfortunate passing of its former President General, Uloho O. Ochuko, whose demise on 8th January 2025 cast a cloud of sorrow across the community. His sudden departure left behind deep emotions, unanswered concerns, and a significant leadership vacuum. In line with the community constitution and the guidance of the respected Elders-in-Council, Mr. Godwin O. Anigboro was been formally inaugurated as the 21st President General of Eruemukohwarien Community on…

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UPU Must ‘Reinvent Itself’: Emerhor Warns At Urhobo Day, calls for Unity, Strategy, Self-Assessment

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    The Chairman of the 2025 Urhobo Day and 94th Annual Congress of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU), Olorogun O’tega Emerhor, OON, on Saturday charged the Urhobo nation and its leadership that “UPU must reinvent itself like our founding fathers did” to confront new socio-political challenges and reclaim its strategic relevance in Nigeria. Speaking at the Urhobo Cultural Centre in Uvwiamuge, Agbarho, Emerhor said the annual congress was “a forum for very serious Urhobo business” and urged delegates to combine celebration with deep reflection on the state of the…

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Nigeria Customs Intercepts 25.5 Kg Cocaine Enroute Brazil Ship In Apapa Port, Tighten Security

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    The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Apapa Area Command, has heightened port security following the interception of 25.5 kilograms of cocaine concealed aboard a Brazilian vessel, MV San Anthonio, during an intelligence-driven operation.   In press release issued on Saturday, 6 December 2025 by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Customs, Isah Sulaiman, on behalf of the Customs Area Controller (CAC) Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba noted that the illicit substance, discovered in 24 parcels packed into five bags, was uncovered during a detailed examination of the vessel, leading…

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UPU Must Deepen Cohesion And Peace, Senator Dafinone Tells Re-Elected Leadership

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By Nelson Agbajor     The Senator representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Ede Dafinone, has called on the newly elected leadership of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) to prioritize unity, peace, and collective development across the Urhobo Nation. He made the appeal during the 94th Urhobo Day Celebration held at Uvwiamuge, Agbarho, in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.   This year’s event, themed “Awaken Urhobo Spirit for Unity,” drew stakeholders from various communities who reiterated their commitment to cultural preservation and…

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Senator Dafinone Hails Asiodu’s Enduring Legacy at Lagos Book Presentation

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By Nelson Agbajor     The Senator representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has praised the exceptional life and legacy of Izoma Philip C. Asiodu, CFR, describing him as a model of integrity, scholarship, and national service. Speaking as a co-presenter at the launch of the book A Legacy of Dedication and Service in Victoria Island, Lagos, the senator said he was honored to reflect on the achievements of a man whose influence continues to shape Nigeria’s intellectual and administrative landscape.   The book,…

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1999 Constitution: Falana Urges Lawyers To Explore Chapter Two Of 1999 Constitution Justiceable For Statutory Legislative Provision

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By Victor Lewis   Renowned Human Rights lawyer and Activist, Femi Falana SAN, has called on legal practitioners in the country to take advantage of the various Acts of Parliament to hold the government at all levels accountable in compliance with the provisions of chapter two of the 1999 constitution, as amended. Chapter Two of the Constitution which spells out the fundamental objectives and directive principles of State policy clearly provide that government at all levels are responsible for the welfare and security of Nigerians, amongst others. However, Section 6(6)(c)…

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ACP Shaba Reposted To Ekpan To Pioneer Uvwie Area Command 

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      THE newly promoted and posted Area Commander to Ughelli Area Command, ACP Aliyu Shaba, has been reposted to Ekpan as the pioneer Area Commander of the newly established Uvwie Area Command in Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State.     ACP Shaba spent nearly 3-months in Ughelli Area Command before he was reposted.   During his reign in Ughelli Area Command, Shaba bursted a drug cartel in Afiesere community and a female suspect was arrested and was paraded.   His coming to Ughelli Area Command, brought…

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Archbishop Okhiria Marks Tripple Anniversary With Super Thanksgiving In Ughelli

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The founder and presiding Archbishop of Dominion Destiny Inc, Archbishop Peters Okhiria, HON, JP, has urged Christians across the globe to serve God with faithfulness, humility and transparency for them to receive divine blessings of the almighty.   This call was made at the Church headquarters while marking the 25 year anniversary of Dominion Destiny Inc in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.   According Archbishop Okhiria, “Actually we are celebrating the 25 anniversary of the church, the founding of the church and I want to give profound…

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Senator Dafinone Greets Orodje of Okpe Kingdom On Birthday

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The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Sen Ede Dafinone has admonished the Orodje of Okpe on his birthday celebration anniversary. The Senator in his birthday message described the Orodje of Okpe as a monarch as a pride across the Urhobo Nation and Okpe Kingdom.   According to him, “I, Senator Ede Dafinone, on behalf of the Dafinone’s family and the people of Delta Central Senatoral District heartily felicitate with Your Royal Majesty, Maj.-Gen. Felix Mujakperuo (rtd), Orhue I, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom on the joyous occasion of your…

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