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DOPF To Online Publishers : Stop Chasing Traffic, Build Profitable Media Businesses

October 20, 2026 Admin

The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) has challenged online publishers to move beyond the pursuit of web traffic and embrace innovative business models capable of guaranteeing financial sustainability, profitability and credibility in the digital media industry. The forum gave the charge at its 2026 Annual Conference Business Training Workshop and 6th Annual Lecture Series, held in Asaba, Delta State, on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, with the theme, “Beyond Traffic: Building Sustainable and Profitable Digital Media Businesses.” Speaking at the event, DOPF Chairman, Mr Emmanuel Enebeli, said generating traffic alone could…

Oborevwori Mourns Uduaghan, Says Delta Won’t Forget His Legacies

October 20, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has described the late former governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, as an exceptional leader whose contributions to the development of the state would remain indelible. Oborevwori spoke during a condolence visit to the family of the deceased former governor, who died on Monday at the age of 71. The governor, accompanied by his wife, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, and top government functionaries, commiserated with Uduaghan’s widow, Mrs Roli Uduaghan, and other members of the family. He said the widespread…

NUJ Hails Uduaghan’s Media Legacy, Mourns Former Delta Governor

October 19, 2026 Admin

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, has paid tribute to former Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan for his support for journalists’ professional development, regular engagement with the media and contributions towards the development of the union’s permanent Press Centre in the state. The council said Uduaghan’s interactions with journalists and recognition of the media as a critical stakeholder in governance would remain part of Delta State’s history, describing his death as a painful loss to the state and the journalism community. Uduaghan, who governed Delta…

GOMEP-NG Mourns Uduaghan, Pays Tribute To Former Delta Governor

October 19, 2026 Admin

The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) on Monday expressed sadness over the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, extending condolences to his family, the Itsekiri nation and the people of Delta State. In a condolence statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Tochukwu Eluwa, the guild described Uduaghan’s death as a painful loss to his family, political associates and the state. Uduaghan governed Delta State from 2007 to 2015, playing a prominent role in the state’s political and…

Bayelsa CP Tours Division, Area Comamd, Warns Officers Against Illegal Arrests, Detention

October 19, 2026 Admin

The Commissioner of Police, Bayelsa State Command, CP Ajao Saka Adewale, has warned police personnel against unlawful arrests, arbitrary detention and other acts capable of violating the fundamental rights of members of the public. Adewale gave the warning on Sunday, October 18, 2026, during an unannounced inspection of five police divisions in Ogbia and Nembe Local Government Areas of Bayelsa State. The commissioner, who emphasised professionalism, discipline and vigilance in policing, directed officers to ensure that all arrests and detentions strictly comply with the law and established police procedures.…

DOPF Lecture: Umahi Joins Panel, Emina to Moderate Discussion

October 19, 2026 Admin

The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) has announced the participation of legal practitioner, Godswill O. Umahi, as a panelist at its 2026 Annual Conference and 6th Lecture Series, with renowned academic and media professional, Professor Kemi Anthony Emina, OdiEga, set to moderate the discussion. The event, scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, will hold at David’s Event Centre, GRA, Asaba, Delta State, under the theme: “Democracy Under Pressure: Electoral Integrity, Security Challenges, and Media Accountability.” Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, is expected to attend as the Special…

Ahon Urges Delta NUJ To Embrace Unity, Deepen Partnership With Government

October 16, 2026 Admin

Chief Press Secretary to the Delta State Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, has called on the newly elected executive of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta State Council, to prioritise peace, unity and professional responsibility while strengthening its working relationship with the state government. Ahon made the call during a congratulatory meeting with the union’s newly elected executives, emphasising that internal cohesion was essential to effective union leadership, the protection of journalists’ interests and the council’s contribution to the development of the state. He said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori holds the…

Tension As Ughelli North Council Boss Impounds NDC Chieftain’s Truckload Of Goods, Allegedly Seizes Wife And Manager’s Phones

October 16, 2026October 17, 2026 Admin

Tension has gripped Ughelli north business community, Delta State, as goods worth millions of naira have impounded a truckload of goods belonging to a chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Amb. Agbah Alex Tobore, and allegedly seized the mobile phones of his wife and business manager in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. Tobore, who raised the alarm over the development, alleged that the incident was the latest in a series of actions affecting his business operations. He disclosed that his business premises had earlier been sealed…

Oborevwori Congratulates Oyowe On Re-election As Delta NUJ Chairman

October 16, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Comrade Churchill Oyowe on his re-election as Chairman of the Delta State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ). Oyowe secured 235 votes to defeat his sole challenger, Comrade Kenneth Obieh, who polled 218 votes in the keenly contested election. Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described the election as free, fair and credible, noting that the close margin between the candidates reflected the competitive nature of the contest. The Governor congratulated…

Okubor To Chair 2026 DOPF Conference, 6th Lecture Series In Asaba

October 14, 2026 Admin

Dr. Festus Goziem Okubor, Chief Strategist to the Delta State Government, has accepted an invitation to chair the 2026 Annual Conference and 6th Lecture Series of the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF), scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, at David’s Event Centre, GRA, Asaba, Delta State. The conference, beginning at 11:00 a.m., will focus on the theme, “Democracy Under Pressure: Electoral Integrity, Security Challenges and Media Accountability in Nigeria,” bringing together media professionals, political leaders, government officials, academics and other stakeholders to discuss challenges confronting Nigeria’s democratic development. In…