April 10, 2026 – Politics Governance

2027: Delta North Monarchs Back Oborevwori, Seek Okowa’s return To Senate

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Delta North traditional rulers, have declared their support for the reelection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. The monarchs declared the support when the caucus of Delta North traditional rulers convened a high-level meeting at the palace of HRM Obi Uche Irenuma II, the Obi and Paramount Ruler of Abavo Kingdom. They passed a vote of confidence on the Governor, noting that under his leadership, there had been renewed inclusion, and support for the Delta State Traditional Rulers…

Soft Nigeria Appoints Ogbon Delta Central Coordinator, Advocates Humanity, Patriotism For National Growth

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A political pressure group, Soft Nigeria, has appointed Rt. Hon. (Prince) Kenneth Ejogbamu Ogbon, JP, as its Delta Central Coordinator, with a call for value-driven leadership anchored on humanity and patriotism to drive national development. Ogbon, a grassroots politician from Delta State, previously served as Councillor representing Olomu I, Ward 04 in Ughelli South Local Government Area and later as Deputy Leader of the Legislative Arm. He also worked as Manager of Olomu Royal Company Limited, where he oversaw business operations. In a statement, the group described Soft Nigeria…

Oborevwori Felicitates Senator Ede Dafinone At 64

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, on the occasion of his 64th birth anniversary. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described Senator Dafinone as a distinguished lawmaker and seasoned professional whose contributions to national development and representation of his Senatorial District have remained commendable. Governor Oborevwori noted that Dafinone’s dedication to public service, coupled with his wealth of experience in both the private and public sectors, has continued to add…

Erue Dismisses Alleged Secret Pact Against Senator Joel-Onowakpo As Falsehood May 13, 2026
Former Delta State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jones Ode Erue, has dismissed allegations of a purported secret political pact involving Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas and ex-militant leader Government Ekpemupolo, describing the claims as false, divisive, and politically motivated. In a media statement issued on Tuesday, Erue said the narrative surrounding the alleged […]
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When Politics Becomes Personal: Dr. Wilson Omene’s Obsession With Senator Ede Dafinone May 13, 2026
By Ufuoma Egbe, In every political season, there are voices that contribute meaningfully to public discourse, and there are others that reduce politics to bitterness, vendetta, and personal attacks. Sadly, Dr. Wilson Omene appears to have chosen the latter path in his relentless and increasingly obsessive attacks against the Urhobo Senator, Ede Dafinone. […]
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Ortom Congratulates Prof. Aghalino On Appointment As Dennis Osadebay University VC May 13, 2026
Former Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has congratulated Professor Samuel Ovuete Aghalino on his appointment as the substantive Vice Chancellor of Dennis Osadebay University. In a congratulatory letter dated May 11, 2026, addressed to the newly appointed Vice Chancellor, Ortom described the appointment as a fitting recognition of Professor Aghalino’s outstanding contributions to scholarship, […]
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BYERA Details Framework To Attract Investment, Protect Consumers In Electricity Market May 12, 2026
By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa The Director General of the Bayelsa Electricity Regulatory Agency, Dr. Rosalyn Dressman, said the BYERA (Licensing and Market Entry) Regulations 2026 is designed to attract investment, protect consumers, and establish a credible state electricity market under the Bayelsa State Electricity Law 2025. Speaking at the stakeholder review forum […]
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2027: Ughelli South United Forum, Ughievwen Leaders Endorse Emuobo Gbagi For Delta Assembly Seat May 11, 2026
Chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) under the aegis of the Ughelli South United Forum and Ughievwen Leaders have endorsed Chief Emuobo Gbagi as their preferred aspirant for the Delta State House of Assembly, Ughelli South Constituency, ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsement was made on Sunday during a […]
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INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS: Oborevwori Pledges More Jobs For Delta Youths May 11, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Monday, pledged that his administration will continue to create more employment opportunities for youths in the state through ongoing infrastructural development projects and strategic partnerships with construction firms. The governor made the pledge while addressing construction workers at the Julius Berger Nigeria Plc project site […]
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Senator Omo-Agege’s Inordinate Ambition And The Future Of APC In Delta May 11, 2026
By Emmanuel Arodovwe, The dictionary defines an inordinate ambition as an “excessive, immoderate or uncontrolled desire for power, wealth or recognition that ignores ethical limits, fairness, or the rights of others. It is characterised by self-promotion, selfishness, and a willingness to use unethical means to achieve goals, often resulting in personal, social, or national […]
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Prof Akpodiete Joins NDC, Eyes Delta Central Senate May 10, 2026
A frontline aspirant for the Delta Central Senatorial District seat, Prof. Alex Akpodiete, has officially defected from the African Democratic Congress to the Nigerian Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections. Akpodiete moved to the NDC alongside a large number of supporters from the eight local government areas of Delta Central, a development […]
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Owhelogbo: Ejesume Family Petitions Community Leader Over Street Name Altercation May 9, 2026
Leaders and members of the Ejesume family in Owhelogbo community, Isoko North Local Government Areaof Delta State, have petitioned the eldest (Odion) man of the Ekrueje Quarters over what they described as unlawful and clandestine move by some unscrupulous persons to change the traditional name of the quarter from Ekrueje to Uwhuteme. […]
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Omo-Agege And The Myth Of Building Delta APC Alone May 9, 2026
By Olorogun Adelabu Ejiroghene Bodjor (Esq) The growing attempt by some loyalists of former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege, to rewrite the history of the All Progressives Congress in Delta State has once again exposed the dangerous culture of political revisionism in Nigeria. No amount of propaganda, insults, or emotional outbursts can erase the […]
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