Category: Analysis & opinion

Senator Ede Dafinone’s Second Term: A Strategic Advantage For The Urhobo Nation

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By Aderiobor Blessing     The prospect of a second term for Senator Ede Dafinone as the representative of Delta Central Senatorial District is more than a political milestone; it represents a strategic opportunity for the Urhobo Nation. Having gained valuable legislative experience and national visibility during his first term, he now stands as a ranking senator with greater influence in the National Assembly. This elevated status places him in a stronger position to attract development, shape policy, and advance the interests of his constituents. For many across Delta Central, his…

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Sapele Crisis: Again, Dafinone Emerges As Resolute Voice For Urhobo Interest

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By Akpos Oghentega,     In the unfolding leadership crisis in Sapele-Okpe Community, one figure has again emerged as a decisive and influential voice for the Urhobo Nation — Senator Ede Dafinone, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District. Many observers say his quiet but firm intervention played a pivotal role in the decision by the His Royal Majesty, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), Orhue I, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, to suspend the Community Chairman’s controversial amendments of the community’s constitution and equally halt indefinitely his attempt to create a…

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Opinion: The Urgent Need For A Ranking Senator For The Urhobo Nation

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By P. O Edu., Esq.   The distinction between merely having a senator and having a ranking senator is profound. While a senator may face limitations in accessing vital opportunities, a ranking senator enjoys nearly limitless access to resources and influence that can significantly enhance the lives of his constituents.   Throughout the years, we have witnessed the stark contrast in the impact of a senator versus that of a ranking senator. The latter possesses the power to unlock a wealth of opportunities and drive the dividends of democracy directly…

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2027: The Mistake the Urhobo Nation Must Not Make

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By Akpos Oghentega,     In the buildup to the 2011 general elections, the late Senator Professor Adego Eferakeya issued a stern, prophetic warning to the Urhobo nation. He spoke of a quiet but devastating peril: the danger of lacking a “ranking senator” in the Nigerian National Assembly. As a member of his media campaign team during that era, I sat in the front row of history, listening as he articulated a reality that many political observers ignore to their own detriment. Senator Eferakeya was unambiguous—the Urhobo nation, despite its…

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A TRIBUTE TO A DISTINGUISHED EDUCATIONIST, UNIONIST AND COMMUNITY LEADER

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By BLESSING OMARAYARUE EGBAGBARA   It is with deep respect, solemn reflection, and profound gratitude that we pay tribute to the life and legacy of Late Comrade Chief Wilfred E. A. Ovuorayevbie, a man whose life was devoted to the noble calling of education, service to humanity, and the advancement of teachers’ welfare. Late Comrade Chief Wilfred E. A. Ovuorayevbie was not merely a teacher; he was a mentor, union leader, disciplinarian, community builder, and a beacon of hope to generations of pupils, colleagues, and community members. His passing marks…

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APC Sapele LGA, Thank You: Let Others Follow Without Delay

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By Wilson Okorugbo   The ancient saying “a prophet is without honour in his own home.” Senator Ede Dafinone, has powerfully rewritten that narrative.   In a bold and unequivocal move, the Sapele LGA Executive has publicly declared its endorsement of Senator Ede Dafinone for a second term! not under pressure, not out of sentiment, but out of conviction.   That endorsement is a statement of confidence from those who know him best. Sapele is home. Home sees character unfiltered. Home understands consistency. Home knows whether representation is visible or…

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Senator Ede Dafinone’s Representation In The Nigerian Senate: Footprints Of An Urhobo Political Trailblazer

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By N.M. Odedede     Before the advent of Distinguished Senator Ede Dafinone as the duly elected Senator representing the good people of Delta Central in the 10th National Assembly, all first-time senators from the district were mostly ignored in terms of presenting their scorecards. The reason is that the Nigerian Senate is an intricate parliament that requires so many critical factors for unranked legislators to excel in their mandate to the people. A first-time senator in the Nigerian Senate who hopes to bring about a paradigm shift in the…

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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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2027: Delta Central, Behold Who The Cap Truly Fits

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  In the nuanced terrain of Delta Central politics, where endorsements are often weighed against personal interests, political convenience, and bargaining, the recent remarks by HRM, Emmanuel Ekemejewa Sideso, Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, on the person and character of Senator Ede Dafinone , stand out as both significant and instructive. The symbolic and dignified event became more than a literary celebration. With the monarch’s remarks during the launch of his autobiography, Odyssey of Royalty, it evolved into a moment of political reflection and leadership appraisal. In a climate where public…

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Olorogun Onome Dema: The Daughter Who Carries Delta Central To The he World

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By Emuesiri Obah     The applause began before she even reached her seat.   On Thursday, February 12, 2026, Akperhe-Olomu in Olomu Kingdom of Ughelli South Local Government Area, Delta State was alive with recognition. Leaders and top executives from Olomu Ward 2 and across Ughelli South Local Government Area, alongside party executives of the African Democratic Congress, Olomu Ward 2 Chapter, and representatives of other political tendencies, converged to welcome one of their own: Olorogun Dr Mrs Onome Bernice Dema. The hall was filled with familiar names. They…

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