Oborevwori To Inaugurate Perm Secretaries’ Qtrs, Thursday

  …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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Stop Disgracing Oborevwori, GOMEP Tells APC Leaders Over Alleged Disruption Of Opposition Meetings

The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria has warned political leaders in Delta Central against allegedly disrupting opposition political consultations, saying such actions could undermine democratic freedoms and bring the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori into disrepute. The President of GOMEP-Nigeria, National, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, gave the warning in a statement on Monday while reacting to reports of alleged disruptions of political gatherings in parts of Delta Central, including Usiephrun in Ughelli South and Abraka in Ethiope East. Otiti urged political leaders and their supporters to allow…

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GOMEP-NG APPOINTS RABI ABUBAKAR LEGAL ADVISER, HAILS HER LEGAL EXPERTISE

The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has congratulated Barr. Rabi Abubakar on her appointment as the Legal Adviser to the National Body of the Guild. In a congratulatory message signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Tochukwu Eluwa, on Monday, the Guild described the appointment as a welcome development, expressing confidence in Abubakar’s legal expertise, professional experience and commitment to excellence. GOMEP-NG said her wealth of knowledge and experience would contribute significantly to the growth, protection and development of the Guild, particularly in navigating legal and…

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Ughelli South Stakeholders Hail Restoration Of Second Constituency, Laud Dafinone, Waive

Stakeholders in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State have applauded the restoration of the Ughelli South II State Constituency after 27 years of political exclusion, commending Senator Ede Dafinone and the member representing Ughelli South/Udu Federal Constituency, Hon. Francis Waive, for their roles in the process. The Independent National Electoral Commission had recently restored Ughelli South II, alongside Abraka and Isoko North II constituencies in Delta State and Yagba West II in Kogi State, in compliance with relevant court judgments. INEC has fixed September 19, 2026, for elections…

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2027: Olomu Wards 1, 2, Effurun-Otor Stakeholders Back Omo-Agege, Obiuvwevbi

Political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections have intensified in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State as stakeholders and supporters from Olomu Wards 1 and 2, as well as Effurun-Otor, rallied support for the governorship ambition of former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, and the National Assembly aspiration of Dr Christopher Obiuvwevbi Omininini.   The development followed a consultation tour by the political team to Ogoni-Olomu, Olomu Kingdom, Ewu Kingdom and other communities in the area.   The delegation, comprising Omo-Agege, described as the…

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Diri: My Choice Of Akpe As Deputy Was No Mistake

Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has said his decision to appoint Dr. Peter Akpe as his deputy was not a mistake, describing him as a competent, loyal and humble politician whose appointment had been vindicated by his performance in office. Diri spoke at a grand reception organised by the people of Ebedebiri community in Sagbama Local Government Area to honour Akpe. The governor, who was represented at the event by top government officials and political stakeholders, said the large turnout for the reception demonstrated the acceptance and goodwill enjoyed…

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Delta 2027: PDP Governorship Candidate, Mrakpor Cries Out Over Alleged Political Attack In Delta, Demands Police Action

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Delta State for the 2027 election, Peter Mrakpor, SAN, has alleged that political thugs attacked members of the party and persons defecting from other political parties at Oria-Abraka in Ethiope East Local Government Area of the state. Mrakpor, in a statement issued on Sunday, described the incident as a threat to democracy and called on the police to investigate the alleged attack and prosecute anyone found culpable. He alleged that the attackers were led by councillor representing DESIEC Ward 5, Ethiope East,…

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Oborevwori Applauds Renewed Efforts To Sustain Peace In Warri

  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has commended the renewed efforts to promote peace, unity and harmonious coexistence among the diverse ethnic communities in Warri and its environs. The governor, who spoke through the Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, at the closing ceremony of the maiden Warri Unity Games held at the Federal Government College (FGC), Warri, described sports as a powerful instrument for strengthening relationships and fostering sustainable peace. Tonukari, who represented the governor at the event, conveyed Oborevwori’s warm regards and expressed his regret…

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Anambra CP Orders Tighter monitoring of Checkpoints, Patrols, Targets Zero extortion

  The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, has ordered tighter monitoring of police checkpoints, patrol teams and other operational activities across the state in a renewed effort to eliminate extortion, harassment and other forms of misconduct by police personnel. The directive, announced by the Anambra State Police Command on Sunday, followed concerns and feedback obtained during the recent Anambra Security Stakeholders’ Interactive Sessions held across the three senatorial districts of the state. The initiative is expected to strengthen the Command’s operational control rooms and give senior…

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Anambra Police Confirm Release of Chief Ezeokafor, Rev Sister, Launch Manhunt

The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the release and safe return of Chief J. J. Ezeokafor and a Rev. Sister who were abducted by armed men at Ifite-Awka, Awka, Anambra State. The victims were released on Saturday, August 15, 2026, according to a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, SP Ikenga Tochukwu. The command said it was taking steps to establish the circumstances surrounding the victims’ release and obtain useful information that could aid investigations and lead to the arrest of those behind the abduction. The statement read in…

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