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Feature News: Army Raids Leave Trail Of Death And Trauma In Rivers Community As Widow Recounts Family’s Ordeal

June 15, 2026 Admin

By Elizabeth Vincent, Yenegoa One day she found herself alone in a dark room, surrounded by grief and uncertainty her young son had already been buried,her father-in-law had just returned from the hospital, battling for his life,beside her sat her paralysed mother-in-law, overwhelmed by sorrow and helplessness. It was in the aftermath of a military operation in 2019, and according to Faith Stanley, it would not be the last time soldiers would descend on Udoda-Okolobiama community in Ahoada West Local Government Area of Rivers state. The widow has…

Four Suspects In Custody Over Alleged Murder, Child Abuse In Anambra

June 15, 2026June 15, 2026 Admin

By Our Correspondent The Anambra State Police Command has taken four suspects into custody over separate cases of alleged murder and child abuse, while commending residents for providing timely information that helped expose the crimes. The Police said the arrests followed public reports and intelligence received from concerned residents regarding two disturbing incidents that recently gained attention on social media. In the first case, police operatives arrested a 33-year-old man, Ifechukwu Okechukwu, over the alleged murder and secret burial of his 23-year-old girlfriend in Nkpor. According to the Command,…

Gov Diri, Ingobere, Oforji, Others Preach Unity, Cultural Renaissance At Okolede Festival

June 14, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has urged citizens to make deliberate efforts to revive positive aspects of Ijaw traditions and culture that are fast fading into extinction. Governor Diri made the call at the grand finale of the 2026 Ekpetiama Okolede New Yam Festival held in Gbarantoru, Yenagoa Local Government Area. He was represented by his Deputy, Dr. Peter Akpe A statement by Mr. Doubara Atasi Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Deputy Governor said the Governor expressed concern that the…

Tinubu’s Economic Re-engineering Transforming States, Strengthening Delta’s Devt Drive — Aniagwu

June 14, 2026 Admin

Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has said that the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have significantly improved the financial standing of states across the country, enabling them to deliver more development projects and better welfare for citizens. Aniagwu made the assertion while speaking during an interview on ARISE News, where he defended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s support for President Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to the commissioner, the economic re-engineering undertaken by the Federal Government…

Ogbuku Emerges Daufa VI Of Ayakoro, Promises Peace, Unity And Development

June 14, 2026 Admin

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has ascended the traditional throne of Ayakoro Community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, emerging as the new Paramount Ruler with the revered title of Daufa VI. Dr. Ogbuku’s emergence marks a new chapter in the history of the ancient riverine community, coming six months after the passing of the late monarch. In accordance with the provisions of the Ayakoro Community Constitution, the former Deputy Paramount Ruler automatically succeeded to…

Oborevwori Condoles Bishop Aruakpor Over Mother’s Passing, Says She Lived A Fulfilled Life

June 13, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has urged the family of the late Mama Ruth Aruakpor to remain grateful to God for her fulfilled life and enduring legacy, describing her passing as a celebration of a life well spent in service to God, family and humanity. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge on Saturday at the funeral service of Mama Aruakpor, mother of the Anglican Bishop of Oleh Diocese, Rt. Rev’d John Aruakpor, held at Saint Michael’s Anglican Church, Emevor in Isoko North Local Government Area of…

Oborevwori Mourns Former Delta Health Commissioner, Dr. Joseph Otumara

June 13, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Sisanmi Otumara, who passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026. He was 65. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori described the late Otumara as an accomplished medical practitioner, distinguished administrator, astute politician and committed public servant whose contributions to the development of Delta State would remain indelible. The Governor said the death of Dr. Otumara was a painful loss…

Peoples’ FM GM Pledges Partnership With UCC On Anti-Vice Sensitization For Bayelsa Students

June 13, 2026 Admin

The General Manager of Peoples’ FM 93.1, Mrs. Adetokunbo Adeeko, has pledged the station’s support for a sensitization programme on drug abuse, cultism, and cybercrime proposed by the United Correspondents Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Bayelsa State Council. Mrs. Adeeko made the pledge when the Chapel’s leadership paid a courtesy visit to the station in Yenagoa. She commended journalists in the state for their contributions to nation-building through the print and electronic media. According to her, the media’s core mandate…

Bayelsa Govt, NGO Urge Ekeki Motor Park Management To Prioritize Cleanliness

June 13, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga/Yenegoa The Bayelsa State Government has charged the management of Ekeki Motor Park to ensure regular cleaning of drainages and maintain a hygienic environment to prevent flooding and disease outbreaks. Technical Adviser to Governor Douye Diri on Environment, Comrade Morris Alagoa, gave the charge during a meeting with the Park Management Committee in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Alagoa expressed displeasure over the indiscriminate dumping of refuse into drainages by traders, noting that the practice undermines government’s efforts and projects the state in bad light. “The habit of littering…

Dafinone Marks Three Years In Senate, Reaffirms Commitment To Delta Central

June 13, 2026 Admin

Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Sen Ede Dafinone, has marked his third anniversary in the Senate, expressing gratitude to constituents for their continued support and reaffirming his commitment to advancing the development of the district. In a statement commemorating three years anniversary, Dafinone described the occasion as a moment of reflection, appreciation and renewed dedication to public service. The lawmaker thanked traditional rulers, community leaders, party faithful, youth and women groups, as well as residents of Delta Central, for the confidence reposed in him since his election. According to…

Dafinone Congratulates Orodje of Okpe on 20th Coronation Anniversary July 29, 2026
Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, , on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of his coronation. In a congratulatory message issued on Wednesday, Dafinone described the monarch’s two decades on the throne as a period of purposeful, peaceful and visionary leadership that […]
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Delta Govt Condemns Violence in Effurun, Orders Arrest of Perpetrators July 28, 2026
The Delta State Government has strongly condemned the violence in Effurun, on Sunday. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, in a statement issued on Tuesday, said the state government was deeply disturbed by videos of the incident circulating on social media and other online platforms. Aniagwu, however, […]
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N20m Up For Grabs As Over 300 Players Converge For 6th Diri National Scrabble Classic July 28, 2026
By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Top scrabble players across Nigeria and the West Africa sub-region are warming up for the sixth edition of the Governor Douye Diri National Scrabble Classic. The World English Scrabble Players Association (WESPA) and Pan African Scrabble Association (PANASA)-sanctioned tournament, which is the biggest in the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) calendar, […]
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Pressure Mounts On Burutu Councillors To Deny Chairman Rift, Remain Silent On ₦2.5m Projects, Hold Tuesday Sitting July 28, 2026
Fresh controversy has engulfed Burutu Local Government Council in Delta State, as councillors are reportedly under intense pressure to publicly deny reports of a rift with the council chairman, even as they continue to maintain silence over the controversial ₦2.5 million allegedly released to each councillor for ward projects. The development comes as the Legislative […]
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Akpimegi Hails Okorugbo’s Installation as Okpako Orere of Ofuoma July 27, 2026
The President-General of the Ughelli Descendants Union (UDU), Olorogun Samuel Akpimegi, has congratulated Pa. Thomas Oboerhidjoma Okorugbo on his installation as the Okpako Orere of Ofuoma Community, describing the honour as a fitting recognition of a lifetime of wisdom, humility and unwavering commitment to the peace and development of the community. In a congratulatory […]
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NBA Polls: Dafinone Hails Okoro, Okpomor’s Election, Says Victory Reflects Urhobo Excellence July 26, 2026
Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated two prominent Urhobo legal practitioners, Chief Oghenero Okoro and Mrs. Gladys Aghogho Okpomor, on their election into key national offices of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). In a congratulatory message, Dafinone described Okoro’s emergence as First Vice President of the NBA and Okpomor’s election […]
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Theo Mukoro Abandons Omo-Agege, Meets, Backs Oborevwori, Urges APC To Unite For Delta’s Progress July 25, 2026
Former APC Campaign Coordinator in Ughelli North Local Government Area, Olorogun Theo Mukoro, has abandoned his political godfather, Senator Ovie OmoAgegeTheo Mukoro Backs Oborevwori, Urges APC To Unite For Delta’s Progress and declared unwavering support for Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, urging members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to embrace unity and […]
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Anambra Police Reject Extortion Allegations Against Senior Officers, Restate Anti-Corruption Stance July 25, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has dismissed allegations circulating on social media that senior police officers benefit from extortion allegedly carried out by personnel deployed at the Onitsha Bridge Head, describing the claims as inconsistent with the values and operational standards of the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Command’s […]
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Oyede Community Begins New Era As Oborevwori Presents Staff Of Office To Pioneer Ovie July 25, 2026
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged the newly installed Ovie of Oyede Kingdom in Isoko North Local Government Area, His Royal Majesty, Sir Engr. Goodnews Goodman Agbi, PhD, Athuaro I, to provide purposeful leadership rooted in wisdom, fairness, humility and compassion. Speaking through the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, at the presentation of the […]
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Oborevwori Congratulates New NBA President, Two Deltans On Election Into National Executive July 25, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her historic election as the first elected female President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), describing her emergence as a milestone for the legal profession and a victory for merit, excellence and gender inclusion. The governor also felicitated with two […]
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