2027: Why Isoko Nation Is Rallying Behind Senator Joel-Onowakpo

By Nelson Egware    In the agrarian community of Emede in Isoko South Local Government Area, what began as a routine constituency briefing evolved into a defining political moment, one that is already shaping conversations ahead of the 2027 general elections in Delta South Senatorial District. The gathering brought together a cross-section of the Isoko nation, traditional rulers, political leaders, community stakeholders, youth groups, women, and professionals, united by a singular purpose: to assess performance and determine the future. By the end of the meeting, the verdict was unmistakable. The…

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Traders Association To Identify Ebonyi Functional Markets, Ensure Sustainable Development

By Julius Agadaga   The Caretaker Committee of the Ebonyi State Market Men and Amalgamated Traders Association on Saturday said it is prepared to promote the welfare of its members and ensure sustainable development across all markets in the state.   Mr. Linus Obeji, President of the association, who spoke in an interview with journalists in Abakaliki, noted that the committee would launch a “Data Record Taking” exercise to identify the number of markets operating in the 13 local government areas of the state. He added that the committee has…

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Delta Central 2027: Equity, Not Eastern/Western Urhobo Divide, Should Decide Rotation

  WE have carefully read the response of our respected leader, Chief Williams Makinde, in his article titled “OMO-AGEGE IS ON TRACK AND WILL CONTINUE TO WORK FOR ALL URHOBO,” which was written in reaction to an earlier piece by Chief Hon. Julius Eguvwebere, Ohwotemu R’ Agbon. That earlier article addressed the issue of rotation of the Delta Central senatorial ticket along federal constituency lines—not along the outdated and misleading “Eastern” and “Western” Urhobo divide, as Chief Williams Makinde now suggests. In attempting to justify what many have described as…

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Sen Dafinone Urges Urhobo Youths To Embrace Civility In Politics Ahead Of 2027

  Delta Central Senator, Okakuro Ede Dafinone has enjoined youths from the senatorial district to embrace peace, unity and civility as the 2027 general elections draw nearer.   Senator Dafinone representing Delta Central Senatorial District gave this advise to youths as part of his continued message for the Easter celebration   According to him, “As we mark this sacred season of Easter, a time that calls for reflection, renewal, and the reaffirmation of our shared values, I wish to address a matter of growing concern within our political space, particularly…

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