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Religious Leaders Endorse Oborevwori for Second Term, Laud Devt Strides

July 24, 2026 Admin

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…

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

July 3, 2026 Admin

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.…

Diri Champions Greater Women Participation In Governance

July 3, 2026July 3, 2026 Admin

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…

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

June 13, 2026 Admin

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…

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

May 27, 2026 Admin

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,…

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

May 27, 2026 Admin

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.…

Eid-el-Kabir: Dafinone Preaches Unity, Peace, Care for Vulnerable Nigerians

May 27, 2026 Admin

Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Okakuro Ede Dafinone, has urged Nigerians to imbibe the virtues of peace, sacrifice, compassion and unity as Muslims across the country celebrate Eid-el-Kabir. In a statement issued to commemorate the festival, Dafinone described Eid al-Adha as a solemn season that reflects unwavering faith, obedience to God and selfless sacrifice, as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim. He called on citizens to use the occasion to strengthen bonds of brotherhood, extend support to the less privileged and promote peaceful coexistence across religious and…

2027: Delta Muslim Pilgrims Offer Prayers For Tinubu, Oborevwori In Holy Land

May 26, 2026May 26, 2026 Admin

Muslim pilgrims from Delta State currently participating in the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia have offered special prayers for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, as part of activities marking the Day of Arafat. The prayers were held during the observance of Arafat Day, regarded as one of the holiest days in Islam and the spiritual peak of the Hajj pilgrimage at Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia. Leading the Delta contingent shortly after the prayer session, Chairman of the Delta State Muslim Pilgrims…

Oborevwori Celebrates Archbishop Odutemu At 54

May 2, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm congratulations to Archbishop Cyril Odutemu on the occasion of his 54th birth anniversary, describing him as a devoted servant of God and a moral compass whose influence continues to inspire positive change in society. Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor commended the Archbishop for his unwavering commitment to spiritual growth, peace-building, and humanitarian service, noting that his impactful ministry has touched countless lives within and beyond Delta State.…

Oborevwori Salutes Archbishop Avwomakpa On 78th Birthday

April 20, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Archbishop Goddowell Avwomakpa, General Overseer of Christ’s Missionaries Crusaders Church, as he marks his 78th birth anniversary on April 20. Governor Oborevwori in a goodwill message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, commended the revered cleric for his decades-long commitment to the ministry and service to humanity. He noted that Avwomakpa’s impactful leadership in the body of Christ, including his roles in the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria…

N20m Up For Grabs As Over 300 Players Converge For 6th Diri National Scrabble Classic July 28, 2026
By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Top scrabble players across Nigeria and the West Africa sub-region are warming up for the sixth edition of the Governor Douye Diri National Scrabble Classic. The World English Scrabble Players Association (WESPA) and Pan African Scrabble Association (PANASA)-sanctioned tournament, which is the biggest in the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) calendar, […]
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Pressure Mounts On Burutu Councillors To Deny Chairman Rift, Remain Silent On ₦2.5m Projects, Hold Tuesday Sitting July 28, 2026
Fresh controversy has engulfed Burutu Local Government Council in Delta State, as councillors are reportedly under intense pressure to publicly deny reports of a rift with the council chairman, even as they continue to maintain silence over the controversial ₦2.5 million allegedly released to each councillor for ward projects. The development comes as the Legislative […]
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Akpimegi Hails Okorugbo’s Installation as Okpako Orere of Ofuoma July 27, 2026
The President-General of the Ughelli Descendants Union (UDU), Olorogun Samuel Akpimegi, has congratulated Pa. Thomas Oboerhidjoma Okorugbo on his installation as the Okpako Orere of Ofuoma Community, describing the honour as a fitting recognition of a lifetime of wisdom, humility and unwavering commitment to the peace and development of the community. In a congratulatory […]
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NBA Polls: Dafinone Hails Okoro, Okpomor’s Election, Says Victory Reflects Urhobo Excellence July 26, 2026
Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated two prominent Urhobo legal practitioners, Chief Oghenero Okoro and Mrs. Gladys Aghogho Okpomor, on their election into key national offices of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). In a congratulatory message, Dafinone described Okoro’s emergence as First Vice President of the NBA and Okpomor’s election […]
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Theo Mukoro Abandons Omo-Agege, Meets, Backs Oborevwori, Urges APC To Unite For Delta’s Progress July 25, 2026
Former APC Campaign Coordinator in Ughelli North Local Government Area, Olorogun Theo Mukoro, has abandoned his political godfather, Senator Ovie OmoAgegeTheo Mukoro Backs Oborevwori, Urges APC To Unite For Delta’s Progress and declared unwavering support for Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, urging members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to embrace unity and […]
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Anambra Police Reject Extortion Allegations Against Senior Officers, Restate Anti-Corruption Stance July 25, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has dismissed allegations circulating on social media that senior police officers benefit from extortion allegedly carried out by personnel deployed at the Onitsha Bridge Head, describing the claims as inconsistent with the values and operational standards of the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Command’s […]
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Oyede Community Begins New Era As Oborevwori Presents Staff Of Office To Pioneer Ovie July 25, 2026
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged the newly installed Ovie of Oyede Kingdom in Isoko North Local Government Area, His Royal Majesty, Sir Engr. Goodnews Goodman Agbi, PhD, Athuaro I, to provide purposeful leadership rooted in wisdom, fairness, humility and compassion. Speaking through the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, at the presentation of the […]
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Oborevwori Congratulates New NBA President, Two Deltans On Election Into National Executive July 25, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her historic election as the first elected female President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), describing her emergence as a milestone for the legal profession and a victory for merit, excellence and gender inclusion. The governor also felicitated with two […]
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Ondo Police Arrest Four Officers Over Viral Stop-and-Search Video, Launch Probe July 24, 2026
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested four police officers captured in a viral social media video allegedly making unprofessional and ethnically insensitive remarks to a member of the public during a stop-and-search operation along the Lagos–Benin Expressway. Addressing journalists in Akure on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the […]
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Delta Police Nab Wanted Cultist, Recover Four Locally-Made Guns July 24, 2026
The Delta State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its sustained crackdown on cultism with the arrest of a suspected notorious cultist and the recovery of four locally fabricated firearms in Jesse, Ethiope West Local Government Area of the state. The Command said the suspect, Oghenebuba Mamatime, 28, who is allegedly a member […]
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