Category: Breaking

Gunmen Kidnap Sapele Council Chairman In Delta

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The chairman of Sapele Local Government Council, Chief Bright Abeke has been kidnapped by fierce gunmen numbering nearly 20 in Sapele local government area of Delta State.   It learned that the chairman was kidnapped in a hotel along Owumi road at about 7:pm on Friday April 10.   According to sources, “The gunmen who stormed the hotel with a Range Rover SUV and other two vehicles, shot a local security guard before going for their target.   They were shooting sporadically to scare people away from hindering their operations…

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Tinubu Inaugurates Legacy Projects In Bayelsa As Diri Hails Infrastructure Milestone

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  By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa       President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday commissioned four major legacy projects executed by the administration of Governor Douye Diri, an event the governor described as historic and a turning point in the state’s development trajectory.   Welcoming the President to Bayelsa, the “Glory of All Lands,” Governor Diri thanked him for honoring the state despite his demanding national schedule. He said the large turnout of residents reflected public gratitude and confidence in the President’s leadership.   Governor Diri credited Federal Government policy…

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2027: Delta North Monarchs Back Oborevwori, Seek Okowa’s return To Senate

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    Delta North traditional rulers, have declared their support for the reelection of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections.   The monarchs declared the support when the caucus of Delta North traditional rulers convened a high-level meeting at the palace of HRM Obi Uche Irenuma II, the Obi and Paramount Ruler of Abavo Kingdom.   They passed a vote of confidence on the Governor, noting that under his leadership, there had been renewed inclusion, and support for the Delta State Traditional Rulers…

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Soft Nigeria Appoints Ogbon Delta Central Coordinator, Advocates Humanity, Patriotism For National Growth

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  A political pressure group, Soft Nigeria, has appointed Rt. Hon. (Prince) Kenneth Ejogbamu Ogbon, JP, as its Delta Central Coordinator, with a call for value-driven leadership anchored on humanity and patriotism to drive national development. Ogbon, a grassroots politician from Delta State, previously served as Councillor representing Olomu I, Ward 04 in Ughelli South Local Government Area and later as Deputy Leader of the Legislative Arm. He also worked as Manager of Olomu Royal Company Limited, where he oversaw business operations. In a statement, the group described Soft Nigeria…

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Oborevwori Felicitates Senator Ede Dafinone At 64

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, on the occasion of his 64th birth anniversary. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described Senator Dafinone as a distinguished lawmaker and seasoned professional whose contributions to national development and representation of his Senatorial District have remained commendable. Governor Oborevwori noted that Dafinone’s dedication to public service, coupled with his wealth of experience in both the private and public sectors, has continued to add…

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Community Leader Drums Support, Calls For Tantita Contract Renewal Without Delay

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  Former president general of Eriemu field, Comrade Ejomafuvwe Iboyi, has drummed support and called on the federal government to renew the Tantita surveillance contract awarded to High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo.     Comrade Iboyi who made this call while speaking to newsmen disclosed that those calling for the non renewal of the contact awarded to Tompolo are the enemies of the federal government.   According to him, “Tantita handling the surveillance gave employment to majority of our youths which resulted into crime reduction to a lower ebb.  …

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DELTA SOUTH 2027: Malik Ikpokpo Engages Isoko Youths On C.L.U.E Agenda, Consults INYA

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  Delta South Senatorial aspirant, Sir Itiako Malik Ikpokpo, KSM, has continued his grassroots consultation with a strategic engagement with the Isoko National Youth Assembly (INYA), where he presented his C.L.U.E Agenda and outlined his vision for inclusive representation.   Ikpokpo emphasized the urgent need to bridge the disconnect between leadership and the people. “There is a gap in communication, a gap in interaction, a gap in bonding. This should not be. From my very first day in office, I will create a value chain of conversations—not just during elections,…

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Bldr Obomovo Sets To Oust Ukodhiko, Declares For Isoko Federal Seat, Unveils Long Term Developmental Plans

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  Ahead of the forthcoming election in 2027, Sir (BLDR) Blessing Oghale Obomovo, has declared his intention to contest and represent the good people of Isoko nation at the House of Representatives, Isoko federal constituency.   Obomovo, who outlined a long term development plan for Isoko nation in a parley with members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ughelli Correspondent’s Chapel at his country home in Otor-Owhe, Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State,disclosed that his focused agenda will be anchored on healthcare access, youth empowerment, and improved infrastructure.…

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Pondi Attributes Nigeria Oil Rise To Improved Security System

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Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, Chief Kestin Pondi, on Tuesday told lawmakers and stakeholders that Nigeria’s gradual recovery in crude oil production is largely the result of improved security coordination and active community participation in protecting oil and gas assets. Speaking at the Joint Petroleum Parliamentary Roundtable held at the National Assembly, Pondi expressed appreciation to the Senate Joint Committees for convening the session, describing it as a critical platform to address challenges confronting the nation’s oil and gas sector. He recalled that in 2022, when Tantita…

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Delta Showcases Maritime Potential At Blue Economy Summit, Seeks Investors 

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    The Delta State Government, under the leadership of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, has intensified efforts to attract investors to its maritime and blue economy sector, highlighting vast untapped opportunities at the Blue Economy Investment Summit 2026 held on Thursday at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre.   The summit, themed “Shifting Gears: Heading to a New Frontier in Maritime Economy,” brought together key stakeholders, policymakers, and investors to explore opportunities within Nigeria’s marine resources sector.   Speaking on the sidelines, Director-General of the Delta State Investment Development Agency…

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