Month: February 2026

Oborevwori Mourns As Delta Ex-Deputy Governor, Benjamin Elue, Dies At 85

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Benjamin Elue, who died at the age of 85. Governor Oborevwori described the late elder statesman as a loyal patriot, seasoned administrator and committed party man whose contributions to the growth and stability of Delta State would remain indelible in the annals of its history. Chief Elue served as Deputy Governor to former Governor James Ibori between 1999 and 2007. During his time in office, he was…

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Why Delta Central Youths Are Rallying Behind Olorogun John Nani

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  By Felix Ekwu   In Delta Central Senatorial District, youth political loyalty is rarely sentimental. It is earned through visibility, access, and results. This reality explains why Olorogun John Nani, Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), continues to enjoy unusual resonance among young people across the district.   Unlike many public office holders whose engagement with youths peaks only during election cycles, Nani’s relationship with young people has been consistent, practical, and largely institutional. As DESOPADEC chairman, his footprint has been most visible in…

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Don’t Allow Division Define Us, Oborevwori Tells Politicians At Nwaoboshi’s Funeral

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Friday urged political leaders to remain united and rise above bitterness and rivalry, maintaining that Nigeria’s advancement depends on cooperation, mutual respect, and collective responsibility. Speaking at the Funeral Mass of Senator Peter Nwaoboshi held at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Ibusa, Governor Oborevwori, said the life and passing of Senator Nwaoboshi should remind leaders at all levels that public office is a sacred trust, entrusted by God and the people for the common good of the nation. Eminent Nigerians from across…

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Oborevwori Receives CCDI Prestigious Leadership Action Award, Dedicates Honor To Deltans

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    The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, was on Friday honored with the Leadership Action Award by the Centre for Convention on Democratic Integrity (CCDI) in recognition of his administration’s commitment to peace, justice, and the strengthening of democratic institutions.   The award ceremony, held in Asaba, highlighted the Governor’s significant contributions toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions).     Receiving the award, Governor Oborevwori who was represented at the occasion by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, described…

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Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, A Blessing To Nigerians-Oborevwori

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    Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday said Nigerians are blessed to have a humble and compassionate First Lady who genuinely cares for the poor and vulnerable in our communities”.   The governor made the assertion on Thursday at the grand homecoming reception held in honour of the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, at the palace of the Olu of Warri.   Addressing a jubilant crowd that thronged the palace grounds as early as 7 a.m., Oborevwori praised Senator Tinubu’s impactful…

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Sen Dafinone Celebrates Disu Elevation As Ag IGP, Demands Tough Action On Kidnapping, Banditry

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Senator Ede Dafinone has celebrated and congratulates the elevation of one of the refined Nigeria Police Officers, Mr Olatunji Disu, that was recently decorated and appointed the Acting Inspector General of Police by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.   The Senator, who currently represents Delta Central Senatorial District who congratulated the Acting Inspector General of Police hailed his professionalism and dedication towards a better Nigeria Police Force. He said, “I warmly felicitate Mr. Tunji Disu on your appointment as the Acting Inspector-General of Police by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.   “This…

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2027: Delta Central, Behold Who The Cap Truly Fits

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  In the nuanced terrain of Delta Central politics, where endorsements are often weighed against personal interests, political convenience, and bargaining, the recent remarks by HRM, Emmanuel Ekemejewa Sideso, Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, on the person and character of Senator Ede Dafinone , stand out as both significant and instructive. The symbolic and dignified event became more than a literary celebration. With the monarch’s remarks during the launch of his autobiography, Odyssey of Royalty, it evolved into a moment of political reflection and leadership appraisal. In a climate where public…

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Ughelli Prayer Day Is Aimed To Connect More Blessings From God -Oharisi III

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  THE traditional ruler of the Great Ughelli Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Evang Wilson Ojakovo, Oharisi III, has charged sons, daughters and the general public to come out enmass and join hands to rededicate the kingdom to God at the forthcoming Ughelli Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving slated for Saturday.     The monarch gave this charge while addressing newsmen in his palace in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.   Flanked by the President of Ughelli Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, Bishop Kingsley Enakirheri and Ven Ogue…

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Gun, Cache of Drugs Recover As Police In Delta Arrest Suspected Armed Robber/Cultist 

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  The Delta State Police Command had in a significant operations and intelligence  aimed at dismantling drug trafficking networks arrested a suspected armed robber and cultist, just as they recover gun and intercept illicit drugs. The was made known in a press statement by SP Bright Edafe, Delta State Police Public Relations Officer. According to him, “On 13 February 2026 at about 2230hrs, operatives of the Eagle Net Special Squad while on routine stop and search duty along the Asaba Agbor Expressway near Northwest Filling Station, intercepted a white J5 Bus…

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Gov Diri Expresses Confidence, As State Chief Judge Swears-in New Deputy

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa       The Chief Judge of Bayelsa State, Hon. Justice Matilda Ayemieye, on Wednesday, swore in Dr. Peter Akpe as the new deputy governor of the state following the demise late deputy governor, Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.   A statement by Daniel Alabrah, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Diri noted that Dr. Akpe, until his nomination by Governor Douye Diri and subsequent clearance by the state House of Assembly, was the Chief of Staff, Government House.   He becomes Bayelsa’s sixth deputy governor under the democratic dispensation…

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