Month: March 2026

Senator Ede Dafinone’s Representation In The Nigerian Senate: Footprints Of An Urhobo Political Trailblazer

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By N.M. Odedede     Before the advent of Distinguished Senator Ede Dafinone as the duly elected Senator representing the good people of Delta Central in the 10th National Assembly, all first-time senators from the district were mostly ignored in terms of presenting their scorecards. The reason is that the Nigerian Senate is an intricate parliament that requires so many critical factors for unranked legislators to excel in their mandate to the people. A first-time senator in the Nigerian Senate who hopes to bring about a paradigm shift in the…

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Prof Sunny Awhefeada Appointed Southern Delta University VC

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Prof. Sunny Ijirhevwe Awhefeada has been appointed as the new Vice Chancellor of Southern Delta University (SDU), Ozoro, Delta State. This appointment marks a significant milestone in the history of SDU, as Prof. Awhefeada brings with him a wealth of experience, a vibrant personality, and a proven track record of academic excellence. A distinguished scholar and administrator, Prof. Awhefeada is known for his tireless efforts in promoting education and his unwavering commitment to the advancement of knowledge. With his vast experience in various academic and leadership roles, he is poised to take SDU to new…

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Senator Ede Dafinone Celebrates Festus Keyamo Ministerial Award

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The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly,, Sen. Ede Dafinone has celebrated with the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Olorogun Festus Keyamo, SAN on the his award as the ‘Minister of the Year’.   According t a statement, Sen Dafinone described the ‘Minister of Year ‘ award bestowed on Festus Keyamo SAN as a mark of recognition for his bold leadership efficiency. He said, “I warmly congratulate the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Olorogun Festus Keyamo, SAN, on his well-earned recognition as Minister…

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CP-SAT Team Arrest Suspected Armed Robbers, Cultists, Recover Guns Ammunition In Delta

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Combine team of security operatives attached to the CP-SAT led by ASP Julius Robinson, have arrested suspected cultists and armed robbers as guns and ammunition were recovered at different locations in Delta State.   The state public relations officer of the Delta State Police Command, SP Bright Edafe disclosed this in a statement that was made available to newsmen. He said, “The Delta State Police Command, through intelligence-led operations, foiled a planned cult attack and dismantled armed robbery networks in Warri, Ughelli and Sapele, leading to the arrest of suspects…

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Oborevwori Pays Condolence Visit To Elue Family

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  …Describes Late Benjamin Elue As Humble, Peace-Loving Statesman     Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has described the late former Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Benjamin Elue, as a humble, and peace-loving leader whose life of service and integrity left an enduring legacy in the State. Chief Elue, died on Saturday at the age of 85. Speaking with deep emotion when he paid a condolence visit to the Elue family country home in Obior, Aniocha North, Governor Oborevwori said the passing of the former deputy…

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Chief Onoriode Temiagin Led Exco Gets Vote Of No Confidence From Sapele-Okpe Community

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Members of the Sapele-Okpe Community in Sapele Local Government Area, Delta State, passed a vote of no confidence in the executive led by Chief Onoriode Temiagin, over allegations of secretly amending the community’s constitution and creating another quarter without due consultations.   This followed an aborted monthly community meeting on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Okpe Hall, over allegations of actions deemed detrimental to the community’s interest, community members who had gathered at the Community Hall, discussed the development, and thereafter took a decisionon the way forward.   The decision…

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Governor Diri Extols Bayelsa Community, Hails NDDC For Transformation

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    By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa           The Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has commended the people of the Ayakoro community in the Ogbia Local Government Area of the state for providing a peaceful atmosphere for development, and lauded the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, for collaborating with the state government to transform communities in the state.   Speaking during the grand finale of the Ayakoro Annual Cultural Festival held in Ayakoro community on Saturday, Governor Diri expressed delight at the remarkable transformation in…

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DESOPADEC Chairman Nani Mourns Late Fmr Delta Deputy Gov Elue

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Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Olorogun John Obukowho Nani, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Benjamin Elue, who died at the age of 85.   In a condolence message released on Sunday, Nani described the late elder statesman as a stabilising force in Delta’s early democratic journey and a public servant whose loyalty, humility and discipline strengthened governance during a formative period in the state’s history.   Sir Elue served as Deputy Governor between 1999…

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Sen Dafinone Expresses Sadness Over Sir Benjamin Elue’s Demise At 85

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Delta Central Senator, Okakuro Ede Dafinone, has expressed sadness of the death of former Delta State deputy governor, Sir Benjamin Elue.   Senator Ede Dafinone in a statement described the late former deputy governor as man who was humble and filled with wisdom with the commitment to the growth of the state. He said, “I received with deep sadness the news of the passing of Chief Benjamin Elue, former Deputy Governor of Delta State, at the age of 85. He personified humility in service, dignity in leadership, and an abiding…

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Sapele APC Drums Support For Sen Dafinone Second Term

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In preparation for the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State has affirmed its full support for the Senator representing Delta Central, Ede Dafinone, reelection bid. Speaking at senator’s country home in Sapele, on Saturday, Hon. Francis Okpigbe, the Sapele APC LGA Chairman, who led the newly elected APC executives on a thank-you visit said the move was a show of unity and appreciation for Dafinone’s stabilizing role during the recent local government congress. “Come 2027, our senator will return to…

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