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Anambra Police Neutralise Two Suspected Kidnappers, Recover AK-47, Pump-Action Gun

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  The Anambra State Police Command has recorded another major breakthrough in its renewed intelligence-led operations against kidnapping, armed robbery and other violent crimes, with operatives neutralising two suspected kidnappers/armed robbers along Eziowelle Road.   The incident occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, August 19, 2026, when operatives attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, acting on credible intelligence, mobilised to the area following reports of the presence of suspected armed criminals.   According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the operatives came under fire from…

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2027: Extend Your Love For Me To President Tinubu, Oborevwori Tells Religious Leaders

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    …Sues For Prayers, Support Of Religious Leaders   Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has declared that his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) obliges him to work for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the success of all candidates of the party.   Consequently, he urged Christian leaders across the state to support the party with prayers and mobilise their followers for victory in the 2027 general elections.   Oborevwori made the declaration on Wednesday when the Executive Committee of the Pentecostal Fellowship…

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Court Orders Heritage Energy to Halt Uzere Well 14 Blowout, Commence Cleanup

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The Federal High Court sitting in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has ordered Heritage Energy Operational Services Limited (HEOSL), operator of Oil Mining Lease 30, to immediately halt the ongoing discharge of crude oil, gas and other petroleum substances from Well 14 in Uzere, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State. Justice Adamu Turaki Mohammed made the order on Monday, August 17, 2026, in Suit No. FHC/PH/CS/132/2026, following an application filed by the Chairman of the Uzere Traditional Council, HRM Udogri Isaac I, on behalf of the people of Uzere…

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Ughelli South: Stakeholders Urge Oborevwori to Review Political Leadership Structure

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    Concerned stakeholders and grassroots supporters of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, have appealed to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to review the political leadership structure in the area ahead of the 2027 general elections.   The stakeholders, in an open letter addressed to the governor, said the political fortunes of Ughelli South had declined in recent years, attributing the development partly to what they described as a centralised decision-making structure and inadequate inclusion of grassroots stakeholders.   They recalled that Ughelli…

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Sports: Ekaba Boosts Youth Sports in Isoko South, Donates Equipment to Owodokpokpo-Igbide Football Team

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Dr Ufuoma Abundance Ekaba has donated sporting equipment to the Owodokpokpo-Igbide Youth Local Football Team in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, as part of efforts to promote youth development and sports activities in the community. The donation, which was aimed at encouraging the youths to take active part in sports, particularly football, was described as an investment in discipline, teamwork, unity and healthy living among the younger generation. Speaking during the presentation, Ekaba said football and other sporting activities could provide opportunities for young people to discover…

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Police Arrest 49-Year-Old Suspected Armed Robber, Recover Gun, 50 Cartridges In Anambra

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Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, have arrested a 49-year-old man, Chima Ogumba, suspected of armed robbery.   The suspect was arrested on the morning of August 17, 2026, along Nkpor Road in Idemili North Local Government Area of the state, following an intelligence-led operation by the police.   The operation also led to the recovery of one pump-action gun and 50 live cartridges from the suspect.   A statement issued yesterday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said…

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Tantita’s Pipeline Protection Boosts Nigeria’s Oil Revenue, Employs Over 60,000 Niger Delta Youths— Bebenimibo

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By David Lawani, Abuja   The Media Consultant to Tantita Nigeria Limited, Dr. Paul Bebenimibo, has said the company’s sustained efforts in protecting oil pipelines and other critical infrastructure in the Niger Delta have significantly improved crude oil production, environmental safety and economic activities in the region. Bebenimibo, who is also Special Adviser to Tantita Chairman, Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, stated this while speaking on the sidelines of an award presented to Tantita by Blueprint Newspapers in recognition of the company’s contributions to pipeline security and national development.…

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GOMEP-NG Hails Oborevwori Over Muoboghare’s Appointment As DOU Pro-Chancellor

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria, GOMEP-NG, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for appointing Professor Patrick Muoboghare as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba.   The guild, in a congratulatory message jointly signed by its National President, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, and National Secretary, Prince Clinton Uba, described Muoboghare’s appointment as well deserved, citing his experience, competence and leadership qualities.   GOMEP-NG said the appointment demonstrated the governor’s commitment to entrusting strategic positions to competent professionals capable…

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UPU Youth Leader Endorses Dafinone For Second Term, Cites Youth Empowerment

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The President of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) Youth Wing, Ughere Blessed, has endorsed Senator Ede Dafinone for a second term in the Senate, urging Urhobo youths to rally behind the Delta Central lawmaker for continuity. Ughere, in a statement titled “Why Urhobo Nation Youths Must Endorse and Support Senator Ede Dafinone,” said the endorsement was informed by the senator’s accessibility, responsiveness and commitment to creating opportunities for young people across the Urhobo nation. He cited Dafinone’s intervention in securing places for 20 Urhobo youths in the ongoing Niger Delta…

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Oborevwori To Inaugurate Perm Secretaries’ Qtrs, Thursday

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  …Reaffirms Commitment To Civil Servants’ Welfare   The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare and professional development of civil servants, describing them as critical partners in the implementation of government policies and programmes. Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, stated this on Tuesday while inspecting the newly completed Permanent Secretaries’ quarters in Asaba ahead of its inauguration on Thursday, noting that the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori had introduced a number of measures aimed at improving the working conditions and welfare of…

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