Month: December 2025

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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Gov. Diri Reinstates Commitment To Construction Of Internal Roads In Bayelsa

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa     The Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has restated commitment to construction internal roads across communities in the state.   This is as Diri has intensified construction work on internal roads in Ogbia Local Government Area of the State.   Our Correspondent who visited some of the construction sites in parts of the local government area reports that at Imiringi town, work on ‘Wisdom Ikuli’ road and other adjoining roads have reached advanced stage.   Speaking with newsmen, Project Manager of the contracting firm,…

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The Gathering Plot To Hijack The UPU Election Must Be Resisted

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  As the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) approaches its crucial December 5, 2025, election, troubling signs have emerged, pointing unmistakably to a deliberate, well-coordinated plot to rig the process. The Chief Dr Emmanuel Ighomena-led Electoral Committee appears determined to plunge the UPU into chaos by refusing to follow even the most basic tenets of transparency. Their actions, or lack thereof, demand urgent scrutiny. Barely three days to the election, the Electoral Committee has refused to publish the number of accredited delegates expected to vote. This simple requirement is standard in…

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Just In: Uwheru Community In Lagos, Chiefs Declare Support For Ohwofa UPU Presidential Bid, MUGA Team

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By Precious Otete   The momentum behind the aspiration of Chief Simeon Akpovwoghokohwo Ohwofa for the position of President-General of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) received a major boost at the weekend as two key institutions from the Uwheru Kingdom publicly expressed confidence in his capacity to reposition the apex Urhobo socio-cultural body. In separate endorsements, the Odion r’Ode-in-Council Chiefs of Uwheru Kingdom and the Uwheru Community Association, Lagos State (UCAL) praised Chief Ohwofa’s long-standing contributions to the development of Uwheru Kingdom and the wider Urhobo Nation. Speaking on behalf…

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Wife Of Delta State Governor, Inaugurates ‘Tobore Oborevwori Cottage Hospital’ In Ughelli

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    WIFE of the Delta State Governor, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, has inaugurated ‘Tobore Oborevwori Cottage Hospital’ in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The Cottage hospital is part of the ongoing projects of Olorogun Jaro Egbo administration in the local government. Speaking during the inauguration, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori said, “The decision to name this hospital after me is a great honour that I will not take for granted. “It gladdens my heart to know that my little contribution is being recognized and I thank God that we…

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