Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has disclosed thats his mission in the National Assembly is to bring fresh ideas and approaches to governance, rather than simply following the path of his predecessors. He made this known during a courtesy visit by the executive of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Warri Chapel in Sapele, Delta State. The lawmaker revealed that his private sector background and diverse exposure shape his unique style of representation. According to him, “I don’t believe I…
Read MoreAgain, Dafinone Returns To Senate 40 Years After With Impactful Leadership
By Akanimo Sampson, Forty years after the Muhammadu Buhari military coup aborted their tenure in the Senate, the Dafinone has again returned to the Red Chamber of Nigeria’s bicameral Legislature with their trademark impact in public service. Senator Ede Dafinone, is continuing in the legacy of his late father in purposeful leadership, people-centric service, and an unwavering commitment to progressive politics. Ede’s father, David Omueya Dafinone, OFR was a renowned Nigerian accountant and politician, who was a senator for the then Bendel South Senatorial District in the Second Republic.…
Read MoreSen Ede Dafinone Salutes APC National Chairman, Nentawe At 57
National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress, APC, Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has been congratulated by the Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Sen Ede Dafinone on 57th Birthday. Sen Dafinone described the APC national Chairman as a leader whose vigour and intellectual brilliance is filled with leadership and administrative competence. According to the statement,he signed personally, “On behalf of the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, I warmly congratulate our ebullient and visionary National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, on…
Read MoreHave Implicit Trust In Gov Oborevwori, Idu Amadhe Charges Isoko Nation
The Grand Patron of Isoko Development Union (IDU), High Chief Iduh Amadhe has called on the people of Isoko Nation of Delta State to have what he called ‘Implicit’ trust in the State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori as he cannot turn his back on the various interests of the Isoko nationality being an integral part of the State. Chief Iduh Amadhe made the call in Oleh, headquarters of Isoko South Local Government Area of the State while speaking with Journalists in reaction to recent misgivings over the…
Read MoreAmori At 73: Senator Dafinone Felicitates With Chief Dr. Ighoyota Amori For Impacting Lives
Okakuro Sen. Ede Omueya Dafinone, the Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District at the national Assembly, has congratulated Chief Dr Ighoyota Amori for impacting lives on his 73rd birthday anniversary. Senator Ede in his congratulatory message personally signed facilitates with Sen Amori for remaining a towering figure and a respected custodian of the Urhobo tradition. According to the statement, “I, Senator Ede Dafinone, representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, heartily congratulate Senator (Chief) Ighoyota Amori, PhD, on the joyous occasion of his 73rd birthday. “Chief Amori…
Read MoreGodwin Awhin And The Inevitability Of Mortality
By Sunny Awhefeada Growing up, we were made to think or we naturally felt that the white race was better endowed or superior to the black race. Our parents talked about “oyibo” referring to the white man and “Inoko” referring to London with an accent that conferred sublimity on both. They gave children names that idealized and idolized “oyibo”. School also did not help matters. We were not only taught “why Africa remained a dark continent for a long time”, we took lessons that seemed to validate how the…
Read MorePolice Sergeant Dismissed Over Allege Kidnapping Of High Court Judge In Bayelsa
The Bayelsa State Police Command, has dismissed Sergeant Obrientele Ebiarede over his alleged involvement in the recent abduction of a State High Court Judge, Justice Ebiyerin Umukoro. Sergeant Obrientele Ebiarede hails from Foutorugbene community in Ekeremor Local Government area of the State. The Police Command, through the directive of the State Commissioner of Police, Francis Idu also declared Sergeant Obrientele Ebiarede a deserter under the section 398(1) of the Police Act and Regulations 2020 over Abscondment from duty for over 30 days. Although the combined team…
Read MoreSenator Ede Dafinone: Raising Urhobo Interest, Building The People
By Nelson Egware A quiet renaissance is unfolding in Delta Central, one marked by purposeful leadership, people-centric governance, and an unwavering commitment to progressive politics. At the heart of this transformation stands Senator Ede Dafinone: an accomplished accountant, economist, environmental advocate, philanthropist, and legislator. His election as Senator representing Delta Central has not merely rekindled hope within the Urhobo nation; it has fundamentally reshaped the contours of effective representation. The son of the late Chief David Omueya Dafinone, a revered statesman and national figure, Senator Dafinone has inherited more than…
Read MoreThe Lasting Impact Of My Village School
By Andrew Darah, As I reflect on my journey, I’m reminded of the profound legacy of my village school, Esaba Primary School. Despite its humble walls and limited resources, this institution had a transformative impact on my life. Within its unassuming classrooms, dedicated teachers ignited a spark within me that continues to burn bright. Simple yet Profound Lessons My village school may not have had the latest technology or fancy facilities, but it gave me something invaluable: a sense of community, a love for learning, and…
Read MoreSenator Dafinone Congratulates Orogun Monarch, On Presentation Of Staff Of Office
Delta Central Senator Sen. Ede Dafinone has congratulated the traditional ruler of Orogun kingdom, HRM Osuokpa 1, on the presentation of the staff of office by the Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori. Senator Dafinone in his congratulatory message personally signed urged the Monarch to use the throne promote peace and development in Orogun kingdom. According to him, “I, Senator Ede Dafinone, on behalf of the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, heartily congratulate His Royal Majesty, Osoukpa I, the Okpara-Uku of Orogun Kingdom, on the momentous occasion…
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