Category: Religion

GOMEP-NG Celebrates Mawlid, Urges Nigerians To Uphold Peace, Unity

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  The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has facilitated Muslim faithful across Nigeria and beyond on the occasion of the celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Tochukwu Eluwa, the guild described the Mawlid celebration as an important occasion for Muslims to reflect on the teachings, virtues and exemplary life of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). GOMEP-NG particularly highlighted the Prophet’s teachings on peace, compassion, justice, tolerance, love and respect for humanity,…

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Dafinone Felicitates Muslims on Eid-ul-Mawlid, Urges Unity, Peaceful Coexistence

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has facilitated with Muslims across Delta State and Nigeria on the occasion of this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration, urging them to uphold the virtues of peace, tolerance and peaceful coexistence. Dafinone, in a goodwill message marking the commemoration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad, called on Nigerians to draw inspiration from the Prophet’s teachings and exemplary life, particularly his virtues of compassion, humility, sacrifice, tolerance and service to humanity. He said the celebration offered an important opportunity for Muslims and other Nigerians to…

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Oborevwori Felicitates Muslims At Eid-ul-Mawlid

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitate Muslims across the state and Nigeria on the occasion of this year’s Eid-ul-Mawlid, commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad.   In a goodwill message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor extended warm greetings and best wishes to the Muslim faithful, urging them to use the occasion to reflect on the exemplary life, teachings and virtues of the Prophet.   Oborevwori noted that the values of compassion, humility, peaceful coexistence, sacrifice, tolerance and service to humanity associated…

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Pastor Reuben Reawakens Zion’s Ministry Core Values With Unification Conference

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa The Convener of the Pastor Reuben Foundation Unification Conference, Pastor Reuben Wilson, has said the mission of the gathering is to bring members of the Zion ministry together and restore the true purpose of the white garment church. Speaking in an interview with newsmen after the 10th edition of the Pastor Reuben Foundation Unification Conference in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State with the theme:” The Lord Hath Made a Room, and We Shall Be Fruitful in the Land”, Pastor Wilson traced his return to the Zion Church to…

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Religious Leaders Endorse Oborevwori for Second Term, Laud Devt Strides

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Religious leaders under the auspices of the Forum of Ministers and Church Workers have endorsed Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for a second term in office, citing his administration’s achievements and commitment to the development of the state.   The endorsement was made at a prayer and endorsement programme held in Asaba, where ministers of the gospel and church workers gathered to pray for the Governor, Delta State and the nation.   Speaking at the event, the National President of the Forum, Prophet Peter Daniel, said the decision…

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Court Orders Prophet To Rebuild Egbesu Shrine, Awards Worshippers ₦205m Damages

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A Federal High Court sitting in Warri, Delta State, has ordered Prophet Tamarauebi Elisha Owan and members of the Greatgod Holy Tabernacle to rebuild a traditional Egbesu shrine they allegedly destroyed in Ojobo Community, while awarding a total of ₦205 million in damages and costs to the affected worshippers. The court held that the respondents violated the constitutional rights of members of the Osuopele Benesede Opu-Oru Temple through the unlawful destruction of their place of worship and sustained acts of harassment and intimidation. In Suit No. FHC/WR/CS/4/2025, His Lordship, Hon.…

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Diri Champions Greater Women Participation In Governance

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa     Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has restated his administration’s commitment to promoting increased participation of women in politics and governance. Governor Diri gave the assurance in Yenagoa during a reception to mark the 60th birthday of the lawmaker representing Sagbama Constituency III in the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Chief Ebizi Ndiomu-Brown. According to a statement by Mr. Doubara Atasi, Senior Special Assistant on Media to the deputy governor who represented the Governor, said the government would sustain efforts to encourage women’s involvement…

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Oborevwori Condoles Bishop Aruakpor Over Mother’s Passing, Says She Lived A Fulfilled Life

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    Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has urged the family of the late Mama Ruth Aruakpor to remain grateful to God for her fulfilled life and enduring legacy, describing her passing as a celebration of a life well spent in service to God, family and humanity.   Governor Oborevwori gave the charge on Saturday at the funeral service of Mama Aruakpor, mother of the Anglican Bishop of Oleh Diocese, Rt. Rev’d John Aruakpor, held at Saint Michael’s Anglican Church, Emevor in Isoko North Local Government Area of…

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Eid-el-Kabir: Izeze Salutes Muslims, Prays For Peace, Unity

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Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, has extended warm felicitations to Muslims in Delta State, across Nigeria, and around the world as they celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kabir, urging them to continue promoting peace, unity, and love among humanity.   In a goodwill message issued on Wednesday to commemorate the Islamic festival, Izeze congratulated Muslim faithful on witnessing another Eid-el-Kabir celebration and prayed for Allah’s abundant blessings upon them and their families.   The Commissioner said Eid-el-Kabir remains a significant period for reflection, sacrifice, compassion,…

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Oborevwori’s 3rd Anniversary: Delta To Hold Statewide Praise, Thanksgiving Service Friday

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    As part of activities marking the third anniversary of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration, the Delta State Government will on Friday, May 29, 2026, hold a statewide Praise and Thanksgiving Service to appreciate God for peace, unity and developmental strides recorded across the state.   The event, tagged Delta State Praise and Thanksgiving Day 2026, is scheduled to take place at the Dome Event Centre, Asaba, by 10:00 a.m., with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori serving as Chief Host.   The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr.…

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