March 22, 2026 - Politics Governance

Diri Praises Engr Wills For Documenting State History

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has commended Engr. Numoipre Wills for documenting his experience in a book for generations to read. Diri identified knowledge, history and intellectual capital as veritable tools for promoting sustainable development and effective governance. He said in an era where history was being distorted, fragmented or misinterpreted, the importance of deliberate documentation cannot be overemphasized. A statement by the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Deputy Governor, Mr. Doubara Atasi noted that the Governor Diri stated this at…

Why Supporters Say John Nani Is Delta Central’s Strategic Option

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By Darlington Oghenekaro As political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections continue to take shape, conversations within Delta Central Senatorial District are increasingly shifting toward the kind of leadership considered necessary to strengthen the district’s influence at the national level. For many stakeholders, the coming electoral cycle is being viewed as an opportunity not just to elect a representative, but to reposition the district for stronger participation in federal decision-making, improved development outcomes, and sustained advocacy on issues affecting oil-producing communities. In this context, supporters are projecting…

Eid Mubarak 2026: Prof Akpodiete Calls for Unity, Trustworthy AI, Global Collaboration in Eid Message to Muslims Worldwide

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By Victor Bieni In celebration of Eid al-Fitr 2026, Professor Alexander O. Akpodiete, Professor of Law, Digital Forensics, and Cybersecurity, and Founder of Atawa Technologies Ltd, has extended warm greetings to Muslims around the world, as well as to clients and partners globally. Speaking in a telephone interview with Daily Independent on Friday, March 20, 2026, Prof. Akpodiete expressed heartfelt appreciation for the trust and collaboration he has received across various regions, emphasizing his commitment to strengthening partnerships built on mutual respect and shared success. In his message, the US–UAE-based…

Emevor Community Hails Jonathan Ososuakpor’s Appointment To Fidelity Bank Board May 26, 2026
The Emevor Community in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State has congratulated its illustrious son, Dr. Jonathan Oniovosa Ososuakpor, on his appointment as a Non-Executive Director of Fidelity Bank Plc. President-General of Emevor Progress Union, Chief Emmanuel Erezih, in a statement issued on Tuesday, described Ososuakpor’s appointment as well deserved, citing his […]
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Delta Central Youths Begin Three-Week Rigging, Scaffolding Training Under Dafinone Initiative May 25, 2026
Senator Representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has officially flagged off a three-week capacity building programme on rigging and scaffolding for youths in Delta Central Senatorial District in partnership with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB). The training programme, which is designed to equip youths with practical technical skills for employment […]
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2027: Why All Eyes Must Be On Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo May 25, 2026
By Stanley Ugagbe There is a dangerous pattern in Nigerian politics that citizens must never ignore: when politicians begin to make impossible electoral promises, democracy itself comes under threat. That is why every patriotic Nigerian, every election observer, every civil society group, and indeed every institution charged with protecting the sanctity of the […]
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Nigerian Youths Urged To Apply As Jubilee Fellows Programme Offers Career Opportunities May 25, 2026
The Nigerian Youth Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP), a transformative initiative designed to equip young Nigerian graduates with practical workplace experience and employability skills, has continued to encourage qualified youths across the country to apply as applications remain open. The programme, funded by the European Union and implemented in partnership with the United Nations […]
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Delta 2027: PDP Settles For Mrakpor SAN As Consensus Governorship Candidate May 25, 2026
…..Says “I’ll Serve Only One Term, Let’s Fix Delta Together The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Sunday adopted Dr. Peter Adogbejire Mrakpor SAN, as its sole consensus governorship candidate for the 2027 Delta State governorship election during the party primaries held at Southend Event Centre, DBS Road, Asaba. The exercise witnessed the […]
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Enhwe Community Celebrates Release Of Detained Prince, Four Others, Demands Compensation From Dredging COY May 24, 2026
The people of Enhwe community in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, have commended the release of Prince Engineer Larry Eduvie Efekodha from detention in Abuja after police investigations reportedly found no evidence linking them to criminal allegations earlier levelled against him over the lingering dredging dispute in the community. The release […]
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Delta Primary: Darlington Ijeh Hails Oborevwori’s Victory, Says MORE Agenda Remains On Course May 24, 2026
Delta State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Darlington Ijeh, has congratulated Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, following his victory at the party governorship primary election, describing the outcome as a reflection of the confidence and trust party stakeholders have in the Governor’s leadership. In a congratulatory statement issued after the […]
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Izeze Hosts Jeremi II Ward Members In Appreciation of Loyalty To Oborevwori, as Tinubu Polls 4,013 Votes May 24, 2026
The Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Izeze Rume Yakubu Reuben, has hosted members of Ughelli South Ward 9 (Jeremi II) in appreciation of their loyalty, commitment and support for Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC), following the successful conduct […]
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Tinubu’s Reforms Winning Nigerians’ Confidence, Says Ibegbulem As APC Primary Holds In Delta May 24, 2026
Former Principal Secretary to former Delta State Governor, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, Dr. Hilary Ibegbulem, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms and re-election bid, declaring that the administration’s policies are laying the foundation for long-term national growth and development. Dr. Ibegbulem made the remarks on Saturday while speaking […]
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Oborevwori Celebrates Ex-Delta CJ, Justice Marshal Umukoro At 70 May 24, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm congratulations to former Chief Judge of Delta State, Justice Marshal Umukoro, on the occasion of his 70th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described Justice Umukoro as a distinguished jurist who served Delta State […]
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