Month: April 2026

Oborevwori Salutes Archbishop Avwomakpa On 78th Birthday

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    Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Archbishop Goddowell Avwomakpa, General Overseer of Christ’s Missionaries Crusaders Church, as he marks his 78th birth anniversary on April 20.   Governor Oborevwori in a goodwill message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, commended the revered cleric for his decades-long commitment to the ministry and service to humanity.   He noted that Avwomakpa’s impactful leadership in the body of Christ, including his roles in the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria…

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2027 Senate: Emerhor Shouldn’t Cast The Nets Before Getting To The River!

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By Ufuoma Egbe,     As conversations around the 2027 Delta Central senatorial race gather momentum, the renewed push to project Olorogun O’tega Emerhor as a viable contender raises more questions than it answers. Beyond the carefully orchestrated endorsements and quiet political manoeuvring, a fundamental issue remains unresolved: where is the evidence of his electoral strength? Politics is not built on assumptions, nor sustained by a few inconsequential endorsements detached from grassroots reality. It is earned through verifiable influence at the unit, ward, and constituency levels. On this score, critics…

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Dafinone felicitates Okotete On 42 Birthday

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Senator Ede Dafinone representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated stalwart of the All Progressive Congress, APC, Hon Stella Okotete on the occasion of her 42nd birthday anniversary. The Senator in his congratulatory message commended the NEXIM Bank  Executive Director  for a successful doggedness. He said “Happy 42nd Birthday, Hon. Stella Okotete. On behalf of my family and the good people of Delta Central, I celebrate you today and commend your steadfast dedication to service, leadership, and national development. Your journey continues to reflect purpose, excellence, and a deep commitment…

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Egware Emerges Chairman Of Emevor Progress Union, Asaba Branch

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    Executive Assistant to the Governor of Delta State on Media, Dr. Nelson Egware, has been elected Chairman of the Emevor Progress Union (EPU), Asaba branch.   Dr. Egware emerged unopposed during the Union’s April monthly meeting held in Asaba, alongside other executive members who were also elected into key positions. Mr. Joseph Awoh was elected Vice Chairman, Simeon Ebewore as Secretary, and Doris Ogheneruemu as Assistant Secretary.   Also elected were Chris-Mark Erukaye as Financial Secretary and Mrs. Beatrice Agboro, who was re-elected as Treasurer. Mr. Oghoghome Ukpedor…

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Oborevwori Celebrates Stella Okotete At 42

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    Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to the Executive Director Business Development at NEXIM Bank, Hon. Stella Okotete, on the occasion of her 42nd birth anniversary, describing her as a committed advocate for social development and empowerment.   In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor praised Okotete for her consistent dedication to uplifting women, youths, and vulnerable groups in the society.   He noted that her passion for service and people-oriented initiatives has continued to strengthen…

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Police Nabs Fake Jamb Coordinator

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A suspected fake Joint Administration Matriculation Board (JAMB) coordinator identified as Eric Nwombu, has been arrested for impersonation by the Anambra State Police.   The suspect was arrested at Atani with alleged unlawful possession of Jamb examination materials and slips. According to the Anambra State Police Public Relations Officer SP Tochukwu Ikenga, “Operatives of the IGP’s Safe School Initiative of the Anambra State Police Command, in the morning of 14th April 2026, arrested one male suspect, Eric Nwombu, for alleged criminal impersonation and unlawful possession of JAMB examination materials.  …

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Oborevwori Bags Double Independent Newspapers 2025 Awards

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  Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Saturday night bagged double awards of Outstanding Independent Governor and Best Independent Governor in Urban Renewal of the Year 2025. The prestigious award, themed “Game Changers: Breaking Barriers, Shaping Tomorrow,” was presented at the Independent Newspapers Silver Jubilee Awards marking the organisation’s 25th anniversary. The event was held at Eko Hotels and Suites. Governor Oborevwori, who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, described the awards as clear validation of his administration’s performance and the success of the state government’s development…

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Omo-Agege,Waive Political Teams At War Over Media Aides Alleged Smear Campaign

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    The political team of Reverend Francis Waive has issued a strongly worded statement in response to what it described as persistent attacks and misinformation allegedly emanating from the media team of former Deputy Senate President, Ovie Omo-Agege.   In the statement titled “Statement from Revd Waive Political Team to the Omo-Agege Media Team,” the group said it had maintained restraint over the years despite repeated provocations, emphasizing that Reverend Waive had never engaged in personal attacks or disrespectful comments against Omo-Agege.   “It is well known that it…

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Performance Over Geography: The Real Test Of Democratic Leadership

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By Apst. P. O. Edu., Esq.   The argument from Ovie Omo-Agege’s camp that Sen. Ede Dafinone should be denied reelection simply because he shares the same federal constituency as the sitting governor is political rhetoric, not constitutional logic.   Under Nigeria’s democratic framework, the offices of governor and senator are distinct, independently elected, and serve different functions. The electorate of Delta Central sent Distinguished Sen. Ede Dafinone to the National Assembly based on his capacity to represent their interests at the federal level — not to balance geography within…

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Shettima, Oborevwori, Okowa, Others Honour Pa Ogbue At Burial In Delta

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    Dignitaries from across Nigeria gathered in Onicha-Olona, Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, as Chairman of United Bank for Africa, UBA, Mr. Tony Elumelu, laid his late father-in-law, Pa Israel Chinwuba Ogbue, to rest.   Among those in attendance were Vice President Kashim Shettima, Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, Senator Ned Nwoko, alongside members of the National and State Assemblies, federal ministers, commissioners, captains of industry, and other prominent Nigerians.   Speaking at a reception held after the burial service,…

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