Month: October 2026

Ogbon Flags Off Distribution of Learning Materials, Targets Ughelli North Next Year

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By Philo Ezewu   The President-General of Ogoni Olomu Community, Prince Sony Jifas Ogbon (JP), has flagged off the distribution of learning materials to primary school pupils in parts of Delta State as part of his annual back-to-school initiative, now in its 11th year. The programme, aimed at easing the financial burden on parents at the beginning of a new academic session, saw pupils receive notebooks, biros and other essential learning materials to support their education. The flag-off ceremony was held at Ogoni Olomu Primary School in Ughelli South Local…

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Political Division Rocks Ughelli North APC As Egbo Removes, Replaces Health Supervisory Councillor

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  …APC chieftain condemns removal, alleges political vendetta Political division is brewing in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State following the reported removal of the Supervisory Councillor for Health, Hon. Eyamu Akpotu, by the council chairman, Olorogun Jaro Movudu Egbo. Akpotu was reportedly replaced on Tuesday during the council’s executive meeting, in a move that has drawn criticism from an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, who condemned the action and questioned the circumstances surrounding the decision. Sources disclosed that Akpotu was present at the meeting and participated in…

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Oguma Mourns Uduaghan, Says His Death Sad, Painful

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  Chairman of Obakpor Engineering Limited, Olorogun John Oguma, has mourned the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan.   Uduaghan died on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71.   Oguma in a statement, described the late former Governor as a bridge-builder whose commitment to inclusion and peaceful coexistence left a lasting mark on the state.   He said the former governor believed in unity, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence among Delta State’s diverse ethnic nationalities, adding that his leadership was anchored on the…

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Ex-Nigerian Ambassador to Thailand, Oma Djebah Mourns Uduaghan’s Demise at 72

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  …Says former Gov’s passing marks end of a visionary chapter   Former Nigerian Envoy to Thailand, Ambassador Oma Djebah has expressed profound grief over the demise of former governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, who passed on Monday October 19, 2026.   Oma Djebah who voiced great shock over the news of the demise of the former governor, said the sad development is a huge loss to Delta State, Nigeria, and indeed, all loved ones across various international jurisdictions, adding that the late former governor left…

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Emmanuel Uduaghan and My Homeland

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By Fred Edoreh   Growing up in the 80s, one of the things we hated as children was when my father announces that we are going to our village, Umeh, our homeland and ancestral village. We hated the trip because there was no road to the village. My father would park the car in a relation’s farmhouse by Umeh Junction, on the now East-West Road, then we would trek the 8km footpath to the village, jumping over clogs of muddy water, brushes and so on. At dusk, we would take…

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NUJ Hails Uduaghan’s Media Legacy, Mourns Former Delta Governor

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  The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, has paid tribute to former Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan for his support for journalists’ professional development, regular engagement with the media and contributions towards the development of the union’s permanent Press Centre in the state.   The council said Uduaghan’s interactions with journalists and recognition of the media as a critical stakeholder in governance would remain part of Delta State’s history, describing his death as a painful loss to the state and the journalism community.   Uduaghan, who governed Delta…

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GOMEP-NG Mourns Uduaghan, Pays Tribute To Former Delta Governor

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  The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) on Monday expressed sadness over the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, extending condolences to his family, the Itsekiri nation and the people of Delta State.   In a condolence statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Tochukwu Eluwa, the guild described Uduaghan’s death as a painful loss to his family, political associates and the state.   Uduaghan governed Delta State from 2007 to 2015, playing a prominent role in the state’s political and…

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Tompolo Mourns Uduaghan, Recalls His Role In Niger Delta Amnesty

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High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has mourned the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Ewetan Uduaghan, recalling his contributions to efforts to restore peace and stability to the Niger Delta during the Presidential Amnesty era. Tompolo, the Ibe-Ebidouwei of Ijaw Nation and Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, described the former governor’s death as a painful loss, expressing sadness over the development. In a condolence message issued on Monday, October 19, 2026, and signed by his Media Consultant, Dr Paul Bebenimibo, the Ijaw leader…

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Akpodiete Mourns Uduaghan, Hails Him As Friend Of The Press

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…Recalls ex-governor’s humility, monthly media briefings, transport initiatives   Professor Alexander Akpodiete, JD, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing him as a humble, accessible leader and a great friend of the press whose relationship with journalists and commitment to public communication remain memorable.   Akpodiete, in a condolence message, lamented the passing of the former governor, whom he said he personally liked and respected for his disposition towards the media and his interactions with ordinary people.   Reacting to…

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Dafinone Mourns Uduaghan, Says Delta Has Lost a Distinguished Statesman

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…Extols Ex-Governor’s Legacy of Service, Inclusive Leadership   Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing his passing as a monumental loss to Delta State and Nigeria. Dafinone, in a condolence message issued following Uduaghan’s death on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71, said the former governor would be remembered for his contributions to the development of Delta State and his commitment to public service. The senator noted that…

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