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Oborevwori Pays Condolence Visit To Elue Family

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  …Describes Late Benjamin Elue As Humble, Peace-Loving Statesman     Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has described the late former Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Benjamin Elue, as a humble, and peace-loving leader whose life of service and integrity left an enduring legacy in the State. Chief Elue, died on Saturday at the age of 85. Speaking with deep emotion when he paid a condolence visit to the Elue family country home in Obior, Aniocha North, Governor Oborevwori said the passing of the former deputy…

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Chief Onoriode Temiagin Led Exco Gets Vote Of No Confidence From Sapele-Okpe Community

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Members of the Sapele-Okpe Community in Sapele Local Government Area, Delta State, passed a vote of no confidence in the executive led by Chief Onoriode Temiagin, over allegations of secretly amending the community’s constitution and creating another quarter without due consultations.   This followed an aborted monthly community meeting on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Okpe Hall, over allegations of actions deemed detrimental to the community’s interest, community members who had gathered at the Community Hall, discussed the development, and thereafter took a decisionon the way forward.   The decision…

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Governor Diri Extols Bayelsa Community, Hails NDDC For Transformation

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    By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa           The Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has commended the people of the Ayakoro community in the Ogbia Local Government Area of the state for providing a peaceful atmosphere for development, and lauded the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, for collaborating with the state government to transform communities in the state.   Speaking during the grand finale of the Ayakoro Annual Cultural Festival held in Ayakoro community on Saturday, Governor Diri expressed delight at the remarkable transformation in…

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DESOPADEC Chairman Nani Mourns Late Fmr Delta Deputy Gov Elue

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Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Olorogun John Obukowho Nani, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Benjamin Elue, who died at the age of 85.   In a condolence message released on Sunday, Nani described the late elder statesman as a stabilising force in Delta’s early democratic journey and a public servant whose loyalty, humility and discipline strengthened governance during a formative period in the state’s history.   Sir Elue served as Deputy Governor between 1999…

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Sen Dafinone Expresses Sadness Over Sir Benjamin Elue’s Demise At 85

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Delta Central Senator, Okakuro Ede Dafinone, has expressed sadness of the death of former Delta State deputy governor, Sir Benjamin Elue.   Senator Ede Dafinone in a statement described the late former deputy governor as man who was humble and filled with wisdom with the commitment to the growth of the state. He said, “I received with deep sadness the news of the passing of Chief Benjamin Elue, former Deputy Governor of Delta State, at the age of 85. He personified humility in service, dignity in leadership, and an abiding…

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Sapele APC Drums Support For Sen Dafinone Second Term

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In preparation for the 2027 general elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State has affirmed its full support for the Senator representing Delta Central, Ede Dafinone, reelection bid. Speaking at senator’s country home in Sapele, on Saturday, Hon. Francis Okpigbe, the Sapele APC LGA Chairman, who led the newly elected APC executives on a thank-you visit said the move was a show of unity and appreciation for Dafinone’s stabilizing role during the recent local government congress. “Come 2027, our senator will return to…

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Oborevwori Mourns As Delta Ex-Deputy Governor, Benjamin Elue, Dies At 85

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Benjamin Elue, who died at the age of 85. Governor Oborevwori described the late elder statesman as a loyal patriot, seasoned administrator and committed party man whose contributions to the growth and stability of Delta State would remain indelible in the annals of its history. Chief Elue served as Deputy Governor to former Governor James Ibori between 1999 and 2007. During his time in office, he was…

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Why Delta Central Youths Are Rallying Behind Olorogun John Nani

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  By Felix Ekwu   In Delta Central Senatorial District, youth political loyalty is rarely sentimental. It is earned through visibility, access, and results. This reality explains why Olorogun John Nani, Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), continues to enjoy unusual resonance among young people across the district.   Unlike many public office holders whose engagement with youths peaks only during election cycles, Nani’s relationship with young people has been consistent, practical, and largely institutional. As DESOPADEC chairman, his footprint has been most visible in…

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Don’t Allow Division Define Us, Oborevwori Tells Politicians At Nwaoboshi’s Funeral

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Friday urged political leaders to remain united and rise above bitterness and rivalry, maintaining that Nigeria’s advancement depends on cooperation, mutual respect, and collective responsibility. Speaking at the Funeral Mass of Senator Peter Nwaoboshi held at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, Ibusa, Governor Oborevwori, said the life and passing of Senator Nwaoboshi should remind leaders at all levels that public office is a sacred trust, entrusted by God and the people for the common good of the nation. Eminent Nigerians from across…

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Oborevwori Receives CCDI Prestigious Leadership Action Award, Dedicates Honor To Deltans

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    The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, was on Friday honored with the Leadership Action Award by the Centre for Convention on Democratic Integrity (CCDI) in recognition of his administration’s commitment to peace, justice, and the strengthening of democratic institutions.   The award ceremony, held in Asaba, highlighted the Governor’s significant contributions toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions).     Receiving the award, Governor Oborevwori who was represented at the occasion by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, described…

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