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GOMEP Lauds Oborevwori Over 50-Bus Transport Initiative

July 10, 2026 Admin

The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG), has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for the provision of 50 buses to boost public transportation across the state, describing the initiative as a practical demonstration of people-centred governance. The Guild, in a letter dated July 6, 2026, and signed by its National President, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, said the intervention underscored the Governor’s commitment to improving the living conditions of Deltans and translating the promises of his MORE Agenda into tangible benefits. According to GOMEP-NG, the…

12 Docked In Anambra Over Alleged Rape, Defilement, Child Abuse

July 9, 2026 Admin

The Anambra State Police Command has arraigned 12 suspects before a Gender Magistrate Court in Awka over alleged offences of rape, defilement, child abuse, abduction and assault, reaffirming its commitment to protecting women and children from all forms of abuse. The suspects were arraigned on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in separate cases involving minors and other vulnerable victims across the state. According to the command, Chima Onyeanuna, Emeka Muo and Okafor Chibundu were arraigned over the alleged abduction and defilement of a 14-year-old girl in Nanka. In another case, police…

Anambra Police Step Up Anti-Cultism Campaign, Target Youths With Statewide POCACOV Initiative

July 9, 2026 Admin

The Anambra State Police Command has intensified its campaign against cultism, violent crimes and other social vices, unveiling plans to embark on a statewide youth engagement programme under the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV). The Command disclosed this following a stakeholders’ interactive radio programme held on July 8, 2026, which brought together traditional rulers, youth leaders, community representatives and members of the public to discuss strategies for tackling crime and promoting positive values among young people. Speaking on the initiative, the Police Public Relations Officer,…

Body Of Benchers Chairman, Akpomudje Calls New Lawyers To Bar, Urges Commitment To Justice

July 9, 2026 Admin

THE Chairman of the Body of Benchers, HRM Albert Akpomudje, SAN, Eyavwien-Alaka I, has called on newly qualified lawyers in Nigeria to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct as they begin their legal careers. Speaking during the Call to Bar ceremony held in Abuja, Akpomudje congratulated the new legal practitioners on reaching a significant milestone in their professional journey. The legal Monarch described their admission into the Nigerian Bar as both an honour and a solemn responsibility that demands unwavering commitment to justice, the rule of…

Delta CP Oyeniyi Sets To Visit Ughelli Area Command On Inspection Tour

July 8, 2026July 8, 2026 Admin

The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, Yemi John Oyeniyi, is set to visit the Ughelli Area Command on Thursday as part of his ongoing inspection tour of police formations across the state. The visit is aimed at assessing the operational readiness of the Area Command, reviewing policing strategies and strengthening service delivery in line with the command’s mandate of safeguarding lives and property. It was gathered that the Commissioner of Police would be received at the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) Hall at ‘A’ Division, Ughelli, by senior police…

NCDMB, NUPRC, NMDRA, Others, To Conduct Joint Industry Capacity Audits

July 8, 2026 Admin

By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), as well as the Nigerian Petroleum Exchange (NIPEX) and the Oil Producers Trade Section (OPTS), comprising all international oil companies, have jointly developed a framework to harmonise the grading system for ranking various in-country capacities and capabilities. The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), Engr. Felix Omatsola Ogbe, made the disclosure on Monday in Abuja at the 25th Edition…

Dafinone Celebrates Okowa At 67, Hails Legacy Of Service

July 8, 2026 Admin

Senator Ede Dafinone, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated former Delta State Governor, , on the occasion of his 67th birthday, describing him as a leader whose years of public service have left a lasting impact on Delta State and the nation. In a goodwill message, Dafinone said Okowa’s political journey, from the grassroots to serving as governor of Delta State and later as a senator, reflected his commitment to good governance, selfless service and the development of the people. The lawmaker commended the former governor’s contributions to…

Oborevwori Extols Akugbene-Mein Monarch, Luke-Kalanama, At 60

July 8, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated with the Pere of Akugbene-Mein Kingdom, HRM Stanley Perediegha Luke-Kalanama VIII (JP), as the revered monarch marks his 60th birth anniversary on July 8. Governor Oborevwori described the traditional ruler, who is the First Vice Chairman of the Delta State Traditional Rulers Council, as a distinguished royal father whose leadership, wisdom and commitment to peace and development have continued to make significant impact in his kingdom and across the state. In a goodwill message by his Chief…

Oborevwori Salutes Okowa At 67, Hails Enduring Contributions To Delta

July 8, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has joined family members, friends, political associates and well-wishers in celebrating his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, CON, as he marks his 67th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a goodwill message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, paid tribute to the former Governor’s decades of public service, describing his political journey as one defined by God’s grace, commitment, experience and dedication to the advancement of Delta State and Nigeria. The Governor said Okowa had built an impressive record of service…

GCUOBA Class of ’89 Honours Ughelli Area Commander For Assisting Stranded Travellers

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Representatives of the GCUOBA Class of 1989 have paid a courtesy visit to the Ughelli Area Commander in appreciation of his prompt intervention and selfless assistance to members of the association during a road trip to Ilaro last month. The delegation said the visit was to formally thank the Area Commander for coming to their aid after their vehicle became stranded at a badly damaged section of the road in Edo State while they were travelling to Ilaro. Members of the delegation led by the vice chairman, Mr Asuna Akim…

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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Ondo Police Arrest Four Officers Over Viral Stop-and-Search Video, Launch Probe July 24, 2026
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested four police officers captured in a viral social media video allegedly making unprofessional and ethnically insensitive remarks to a member of the public during a stop-and-search operation along the Lagos–Benin Expressway. Addressing journalists in Akure on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the […]
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