Day: June 26, 2026

Ughelli North Legislative Leader Celebrates Matthew Omonade On Birthday

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The Leader of the Ughelli North Local Government Legislative House (8th Assembly), Rt. Hon. Ajero Okeoghene Prosper, has felicitated Hon. (Barr.) Matthew Omonade on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a dedicated public servant and a beacon of hope for the people of Ughelli North Constituency I.   In a goodwill message issued on behalf of his family, Ajero congratulated the lawmaker on marking another year of life, praying God to grant him greater accomplishments, divine favour and continued success in his political career.   He commended Omonade’s…

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Anambra Police Recover AK-47 Ammunition, Magazines In Cultists’ Hideout

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Operatives of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) attached to the Anambra State Police Command have recovered two AK-47 rifle magazines, 60 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition and other police-related items during a raid on a suspected cultists’ hideout in Awada, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state. The operation, which was carried out on the evening of June 20, 2026, targeted a notorious black spot along Nwaziki Street, Awada, believed to be a haven for cult-related criminal activities.   Although no arrests were made…

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Dignitaries Bid Farewell as Dewayles Group Chairman Buries Elder Sister In Delta

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The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Dewayles Group of Companies, High Chief (Dr.) Emonena Victor Wayles Egukawhore, JP, FCILG, on Saturday, June 20, 2026, bade a final farewell to his beloved eldest sister, Late Madam Patience Igho Egukawhore, amid an outpouring of love, tributes and support from prominent personalities across Nigeria. The burial ceremony, which attracted an array of political leaders, captains of industry, traditional rulers, clergy and community leaders, witnessed the presence of the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, alongside several top government functionaries. Also in…

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Strategic Imperatives for the Realization of a Viable New State in Delta Central: My Position

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By Senator Ede Dafinone, Introduction: The Logic of State Creation: The agitation for the creation of a new state where our people are dominant is a legitimate, noble, and deeply strategic quest. A Urhobo new state, no doubt, will bring governance closer to the grassroots, ensure equitable federal representation, guarantee greater indigenous control over local resources, and ultimately accelerate the socio-economic development of our people. During the current constitutional review sessions, nearly every distinguished senator has raised a hand to demand a new state for their senatorial districts. However, we…

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