Month: July 2026

Olomu Kingdom Bans Cultism, Drug Abuse, Orders Immediate Renunciation

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The Ohworode of Olomu Kingdom, HRM Albert Akpomudje (SAN), Eyavwien-Alaka I, has announced a total ban on cult-related activities and the abuse of illicit drugs across the kingdom, directing all cult members to immediately renounce their membership or face appropriate sanctions. The directive followed an enlarged meeting with leaders of communities in the kingdom as part of renewed efforts to strengthen peace, security and sustainable development. The monarch described cultism and drug abuse as serious threats to public safety, particularly among youths, noting that the twin vices have fueled crime,…

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Prince Oharisi Emerges Otovwodo-Ughelli Community PG-Elect

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Chief of Staff to the Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Council, Prince Elvis Oharisi, has emerged as the new President-General elect of Otovwodo -Ughelli Clcommunity in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. Prince Oharisi emerged as the community’s new leader following a peaceful and transparent electoral process, succeeding Pst. Solomon Ovigue Ugbarugba, whose tenure was widely acknowledged for efforts aimed at promoting peace, unity and community development. His emergence has been greeted by community leaders, elders, youths and other stakeholders, that expressed confidence in his ability to…

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Oborevwori Celebrates James Manager At 66, Hails Legacy Of Service

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator James Ebiowou Manager, CON, on his 66th birthday.   He described him as a distinguished statesman whose decades of public service have contributed significantly to the growth of Delta State and Nigeria.   In a goodwill message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori praised Manager for his enduring commitment to democratic governance, peace and the advancement of the people.   The Governor said the former lawmaker had, over…

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Abia Police Arrest Woman For Allegedly Attempting To Kill 12-Year-Old Niece

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  The Abia State Police Command has arrested a 35-year-old woman, Nwoko Gift, for allegedly attempting to kill her 12-year-old niece with a kitchen knife following a dispute over household chores. The suspect, an indigene of Ehimembano in Imo State who resides at IBB Housing Estate, Umuahia, was apprehended after a video of the incident circulated widely on social media. According to the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Maureen Chioma Chinaka, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly attacked the victim, Miss Ebo Chimamanda, on July 5,…

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Group Blasts ‘Coordinated Smear Campaign’ Against Senator Joel-Onowakpo, Says Critics Seek to Punish Political Independence

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  The Isoko Integrity Forum (IIF) has strongly condemned what it described as a sustained smear campaign against the Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, , accusing unnamed political actors of orchestrating a campaign of blackmail, defamation and character assassination because of his political independence. In a strongly worded statement jointly signed by the National Convener of the forum, Engr. Hon. Vincentino Ovie Oberebe; Secretary, Barr. Uzeizi Ududua; Publicity Secretary, Lawrence Efeturi; Isoko North Coordinator, Sagacious Owede Onaemor; and Isoko South Coordinator, Egedevo Pius, the group said the attacks against…

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Olomu Monarch Cracks Down on Cultists After Deadly Clash Claims One

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The traditional ruler of  ancient Olomu Kingdom in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, HRM Albert Akpomudje SAN,has issued a stern warning to cultists, drug dealers and other criminal elements following a suspected clash between rival cult groups that left one person dead and heightened tension across communities in the kingdom.   The deceased victim, identified as 31-Lucky Omole 31, was reportedly shot at a very close range in the stomach during the violence at Ovwodokpokpo-Olomu. He later died at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ovwian, after battling…

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GIVE FELIX IBRU THE CREDIT HE DESERVES FOR DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY

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By Zik Gbemre   Chief Edward Onaodowan let us give honor to whom honor is due. Unfortunately, this is something that is often lacking in Urhobo. The College of Education, Abraka, was not a campus of Bendel State University (now Ambrose Ali University). It was an affiliated institution to Bendel State University for the purpose of running degree programmes in Education. There is a clear difference between an affiliated institution and a full-fledged university campus. Who appointed the first Vice Chancellor of Delta State University? Who appointed the first Governing…

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FG Dismisses ₦8trn ‘Shadow Budget’ Claim, Says No Public Funds Spent Outside National Assembly Approval

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The Federal Government has firmly denied allegations that it spent more than ₦8 trillion outside the approved 2026 budget, describing the claim as false, misleading and a misrepresentation of observations contained in the International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2026 Article IV Consultation Report. In a statement issued on Sunday by the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy,Taiwo Oyedele in his verified X handle, the government maintained that it does not operate a “shadow budget” and that every expenditure undertaken by the Federal Government is backed by constitutional and…

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Anambra Police Explain Clampdown On Tinted Vehicles, Say Exercise Targets Criminality

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  The Anambra State Police Command has explained that its ongoing enforcement operation involving the impoundment of vehicles with tinted glasses, including those whose owners possess tinted glass permits, is part of a broader security initiative aimed at strengthening public safety across the state. The Command said the exercise also covers unregistered vehicles as well as those with concealed, covered or defaced number plates, stressing that it is not intended to subject law-abiding residents to unnecessary hardship. In a statement issued on Saturday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP…

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NUJ Demands Immediate Release Of Journalist Stanley Ugagbe, Strongly Condemns Abduction by Unidentified Security Operatives

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  The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council strongly condemns the reported arrest and continued detention of journalist Stanley Ugagbe, a reporter with SecretReporters, an online news platform, by yet-to-be-identified security operatives.   The union views this development with grave concern, particularly as the circumstances surrounding his arrest remain unclear and no official explanation has been provided regarding his whereabouts, the allegations against him, or the legal basis for his detention.   The NUJ’s attention was drawn to the unfortunate incident, which reportedly occurred on Wednesday, July 1, 2026,…

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