Month: April 2026

Delta Showcases Maritime Potential At Blue Economy Summit, Seeks Investors 

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    The Delta State Government, under the leadership of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, has intensified efforts to attract investors to its maritime and blue economy sector, highlighting vast untapped opportunities at the Blue Economy Investment Summit 2026 held on Thursday at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre.   The summit, themed “Shifting Gears: Heading to a New Frontier in Maritime Economy,” brought together key stakeholders, policymakers, and investors to explore opportunities within Nigeria’s marine resources sector.   Speaking on the sidelines, Director-General of the Delta State Investment Development Agency…

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Erhimedafe Assumes Office As Acting Waste Mgt Board Chairman, Vows Cleaner Delta

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    Member representing Delta Central, Hon. Felix Erhimedafe, has officially assumed office as the Acting Chairman of the Delta State Waste Management Board, pledging to strengthen sanitation efforts and deliver a cleaner environment across the state.   Erhimedafe’s emergence follows the resignation of the immediate past chairman, Hon. Mofe Edema, who stepped down on March 31, 2026, to pursue his ambition of representing Warri South Constituency I in the Delta State House of Assembly.   His resignation aligns with the directive of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori,…

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Beyond the Status Quo: Victor Ojei’s Vision for Inclusive Governance In Delta State

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As the 2027 electoral cycle gradually comes into focus, political conversations across Delta State are gaining momentum. The central question is not merely who will contest, but who best represents the aspirations, values, and future of the people. Within this context, the emergence of Victor Ojei, popularly known as Wong Box Nigeria deserves careful and constructive consideration.   Delta State has a proud history of producing accomplished leaders. However, there is an increasing demand for generational transition; leadership that blends experience with innovation, grassroots connection with strategic thinking. Victor Ojei…

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Oborevwori Moves to Ensure 24-Hour Power Supply In Delta

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    …Seeks Partnership With Energy Experts   Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to achieving stable and reliable electricity supply in the state through strategic partnerships with reputable energy experts.   Governor Oborevwori who was speaking during a high level meeting with the management of Power Acumen Consulting Ltd (PACL), Detail Solicitors and Nigeria Infrastructure Bank (NIB) at Government House, Asaba, identified power distribution, not generation, as the major challenge hindering progress in the energy sector of the nation.   He said his…

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Onowakpo, Macaulay Set Aside Differences, Ahead Of 2027 Election

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  The Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas and Comrade  Ovuozourie Macaulay have set aside their aged long  political differences for the development of the Isoko nation ahead of the 2027 election.   Their coming together meeting, held on Monday in Owhelogbo, when the senator was hosted by Comrade Ovuozorie Macaulay country home in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State.   It was learned that both leaders, had political disagreements, despite being in same political party. Their reconnection is focused on a common goal—promoting development,…

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Oborevwori’s Infrastructure Drive Reshaping Delta – Aniagwu

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The Delta State Government has intensified its push on infrastructure development as a strategic tool for political stability and economic growth, with the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, affirming that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is delivering on his administration’s development blueprint.   Speaking during an interview on Politics Tonight, a programme on Television Continental (TVC), Aniagwu highlighted the administration’s deliberate focus on rural road construction and rehabilitation as a means of unlocking economic opportunities across communities in Delta State.   According to the commissioner, the Oborevwori-led…

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Outcry In Udu Over Alleged Reckless Police Chases, Residents Call For Urgent Intervention

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  Residents of Udu Local Government Area have raised serious concerns over what they describe as reckless and dangerous operations by some police officers, popularly referred to as “Okowa Police,” accusing them of actions that have allegedly led to loss of innocent lives. In a statement made available to the press, a concerned resident appealed to the Executive Chairman of Udu LGA, Mr Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode (JP), to urgently intervene and address the growing menace. According to the report, a tragic incident occurred last year near Ovwian Police Station, where…

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Oborevwori Unveils Landmark Welfare Package for Delta Doctors

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  …Approves Special, Tax-Free Allowance to Curb Brain Drain …Over 6,000 Applicants Jostle for 700 Health Sector Slots   In a decisive move to strengthen healthcare delivery and stem the persistent tide of medical brain drain, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved a comprehensive welfare package for medical doctors, including a special tax-free allowance aimed at enhancing retention and attracting new professionals into the state’s health sector. The Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this during a media interaction in Asaba, describing the initiative as a…

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From Legacy To Impact: The Rise And Results Of Senator Ede Dafinone

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  By Fegor Ogene JP,   Some leaders talk about change… and then there are those whose lives are change. Distinguished Senator Ede Omueya Dafinone is the kind of leader whose character, pedigree, and life story naturally translate into impactful public service, not just promises. Born on 10 April 1962 in Lagos, Nigeria, Ede Dafinone comes from a family deeply rooted in service, education, and excellence. He is the son of Late Chief (Senator) David Omueya Dafinone and Lady Mrs. Cynthia Dafinone, a family known for its remarkable heritage in…

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

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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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