Month: August 2026

Anambra Police Reject N200,000 Bribe, Order Motorist To Remove Tinted Glass

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The Anambra State Police Command has reiterated that motorists operating vehicles with tinted glasses without the required permit risk enforcement action, stressing that the regulation is aimed at enhancing public safety and security. The Command said its position followed an incident in which police officers on duty rejected a N200,000 bribe allegedly offered by a motorist who was stopped for using tinted glass without the appropriate permit. According to a statement by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the officers refused the money and directed the motorist…

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BREAKING: Delta Commissioner Izeze Lands In Jail For14 Days Over Alleged Delta Central APC Meeting Violence

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  The Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Hon. Reuben Izeze, has reportedly been remanded for 14 days by an Effurun State High Court over issues arising from the alleged assault on the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Protocol, Mr. Simon Mudi, popularly known as Temple. The incident occurred in connection with the violence that followed the APC Delta Central stakeholders’ meeting at the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun. The specific charges against Izeze were not immediately available as of press time. A viral…

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Customs Uncovers 399 Jojef Rifles, Parts In Tincan Port Shipment

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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has uncovered 399 fully assembled Jojef firearms and a large cache of rifle components following the completion of the coupling and detailed examination of a seized shipment at the Tin Can Island Port Command. The discovery, which was made public on Sunday, August 9, 2026, represents a major breakthrough in the ongoing efforts by security agencies to curb the smuggling and proliferation of illicit arms in the country. The development followed an earlier disclosure by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, on Thursday, August 6,…

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Danmotech Donates N21.35m At Oleh Thanksgiving, Preaches Forgiveness, Unity

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The atmosphere was filled with joy and thanksgiving on Sunday as Engr. Omoyibo Daniel Elozino, popularly known as Danmotech, called on the people of Oleh Kingdom in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State to embrace forgiveness, peace and unity for the rapid development of the community. Danmotech made the call during a special thanksgiving service held at The Apostolic Church, Oleh, which he personally built and dedicated to God. The service, held on August 9, 2026, was organised to mark the thanksgiving of the former President-General of Oleh…

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New Anambra CP Assures Safety, Vows Intelligence-Led Policing, Says Command To Bear Medical Bills Of Surviving Child

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The newly deployed Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has announced that the state police command will bear the full medical expenses of the surviving child in the tragic incident involving four children found unconscious in Ideani Community. Oji Ama, who disclosed this during his maiden press briefing in the state, said the Command would closely monitor the child’s treatment and recovery to ensure that all necessary medical interventions were provided. The Commissioner expressed deep sadness over the incident, which resulted in the death of three…

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CP Nnanna Oji Ama Assumes Duty As Anambra Police Commissioner

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The new Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has assumed duty as the 10th August 2026, taking over the leadership of the state command following the retirement of his predecessor, AIG Ikioye Orutugu. The Anambra State Police Command announced this in a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ikenga Tochukwu. Orutugu, the immediate past Commissioner of Police in the state, was recently promoted to the rank of Assistant Inspector-General of Police before his retirement from the Nigeria Police Force. Oji Ama,…

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Onyokoko Cautions Ominimini, Others Against Politicising Ethiope State Creation

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    The National Secretary of the Ethiope State Creation Committee, Engr. (Chief) Anthony Ochuko Onyokoko, has warned Urhobo political gladiators against hijacking the agitation for the creation of Ethiope State to settle political scores or attack Senator Ede Dafinone, saying such conduct could jeopardise the collective aspiration of the Urhobo Nation. Onyokoko, who is the Patron of Grassroots Marshall for Good Governance, and National Secretary of the Ethiope State Creation Committee, stated this on Saturday at Isokolo, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State while addressing a press…

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Oborevwori Congratulates Daniel Mayuku At 60

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Chairman of the Delta State Security Trust Fund, Hon. Daniel Mayuku, on the occasion of his 60th birthday.   In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described Mayuku as a man of prodigious intellect whose career in law, legislation, public service and community development had reflected remarkable capacity, versatility and commitment to the advancement of Delta State.   The Governor said Mayuku had distinguished himself over the years through his proficiency in legal practice,…

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Dafinone Celebrates Amori At 74, Hails Contributions To Delta Politics

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  Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has felicitated with the Chief Adviser to the Delta State Governor, Chief Dr. Ighoyota Amori, on his 74th birthday, describing him as a distinguished statesman, consummate political strategist and Pan-Urhobo leader.   Dafinone, in a congratulatory message, commended Amori’s contributions to the political development, stability and governance of Delta State over the years.   He said Amori’s political journey since 1999 had been marked by courage, resilience, loyalty and commitment to the growth and stability of the state.   According to…

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Amori At 74: Oborevwori Commends His Contributions To Delta’s Development

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated his Chief Adviser, Chief (Dr.) Ighoyota Amori, on the occasion of his 74th birth anniversary, describing him as a seasoned politician and committed public servant whose contributions to the state remain significant.   The governor, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Saturday, praised Amori for his decades of service and steadfast commitment to the advancement of Delta State and the wellbeing of its people.   Oborevwori particularly acknowledged Amori’s leadership of the Delta Central…

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