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Sen Dafinone Lauds Peaceful Conduct Of Ward Congress In Sapele

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Senator Ede Dafinone has  commended the peaceful conduct of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Ward Congress held in Sapele local government area of Delta.   He described the peaceful conduct of the congress as inclusive, free fair  in Sapele Ward 1 as a consensus was unanimously adopted in unity without rancour.   According to him,”Unity now defines the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sapele following the peaceful conduct of the ward congress that free of dissent. “The Ward 1 consensus emerged after extensive consultations among local leaders and we have…

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A Voice That Carries Weight: Why Delta Central Is Turning To John Nani

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By Julius Okiemute   As political calculations ahead of the 2027 general elections quietly take shape, a deeper conversation is unfolding across Urhobo land, one that goes beyond party labels and zoning formulas. From Sapele to Udu, the focus is shifting toward a fundamental question: who can truly articulate the interests of Delta Central Senatorial District at the national level with clarity, firmness, and consistency? Across communities in Sapele, Okpe, Uvwie, Ughelli North, Ughelli South, and Udu, that question is increasingly being answered with one name, Olorogun John Nani. The…

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Diri Celebrates 6th Anniversary With Low-Key Thanksgiving Service

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa     The administration of Senator Douye Diri in Bayelsa State commemorated its sixth anniversary with a thanksgiving service at the Ecumenical Centre at Igbogene.   This year’s celebration was however devoid of the usual fanfare, which Governor Diri explained was to honour the memory of the departed deputy governor of the state, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.   A statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah stated that the Bayelsa governor paid tribute to his late deputy, whom he said began the journey with him…

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2027 Mandate Beyond Rhetoric: Why Senator Dafinone Remains A Critical Voice For Urhobo Nation

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By Ovasa Ogaga,   As the 2027 political horizon begins to take shape, the Urhobo Nation finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. In an era where political expediency often trumps ethnic interest, the need for a representative who transcends mere titles has never been more urgent. For the people of Delta Central, the quest for a “voice” isn’t about finding someone who can simply speak, but finding a leader whose words carry the weight of action, courage, and unyielding loyalty to his roots. Senator Ede Dafinone has emerged not just…

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Beyond The Badge: Tinubu, Oborevwori Rally Support For Police As Biennial Police Games Open In Asaba

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  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Saturday reaffirmed strong institutional and governmental backing for the Nigeria Police Force as the 15th Biennial Police Games (BIPOGA 2026) hosted by Delta State were formally declared opened in Asaba. President Ahmed Bola Tinubu who was represented by the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), described the Games as a strategic platform for building a professional, disciplined and performance driven Police Force, stressing that security remains the bedrock of Nigeria’s economic growth, social stability and national confidence. “Service is not…

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Gov Oborevwori Awards Is A Product Of His Visionary Leadership -Nani

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The Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) and Aghwemutuwevwi of Idjerhe Kingdom, Olorogun John Obukowho Nani, has described the double honour on Gov Sheriff Oborevwori as a result of his visionary leadership qualities.   Congratulating the Delta State Governor, on clinching double Governor of the Year 2025 honours from Leadership Newspapers and New Telegraph Newspapers, Nani held that Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori has distinguished himself as people oriented governor.   The annual event, themed “Political Stability and Sustainable Development in Africa in an Increasingly Unstable…

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Senator Dafinone Celebrates,Congratulates Gov Oborevwori On Double Honour

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Senator Ede Dafinone has celebrated and congratulated Delta State Governor,Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori on his emergence as ‘Governor of the Year’ bestowed on him by two Media organizations, The Telegraph and Leadership newspapers respectively.   The senator in his congratulatory wishes described the awards as prove of his dedication to visionary leadership. He said, “It is with great pride and a sense of shared accomplishment that I, Senator Ede Dafinone, on behalf of the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, extend my warmest congratulations to our Governor, Rt. Hon.…

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Delta Central Senator Felicitates With Guwor As Chairman Of Conference Of Speakers

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Delta Central Senator, Ede Dafinone has congratulated Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, on his election as Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, describing the development as a major boost for Delta State and the nation’s democratic institutions. Senator Dafinone, in a statement said “Guwor’s emergence at the extraordinary session held in Abuja on Monday, February 10, 2026, “is a profound testament to his leadership, integrity and vision.” The senator noted that the elevation carries significant implications beyond…

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DESOPADEC Chairman Nani Congratulates Delta Speaker On His Emergence As Chairman Of Conference Of Speakers

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Olorogun John Nani, Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), has congratulated the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, on his election as Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria.   Guwor emerged as Chairman of the Conference on Monday in Abuja during an extraordinary session of the body, where he was returned unopposed by his colleagues from across the 36 states of the federation.   His emergence follows his tenure as Treasurer of the…

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Dafinone Advances Strategic Health Partnerships as LIF, Eye Care Experts Engage In Abuja

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By Nelson Agbajor   The Senator representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Ede Dafinone, has reaffirmed his commitment to improving healthcare delivery and overall wellbeing in his constituency with the reception of a high-level delegation from the Livelihood Impact Fund (LIF) at his Abuja office. The delegation, led by LIF’s Executive Director, Abigail Steinberg, met with the Senator as part of ongoing efforts to deepen collaboration aimed at building a more sustainable and inclusive health system for communities in Delta Central and…

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