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

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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.…

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Former Delta State Governor Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan Dies At 71

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FORMER Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan passes on at 71 after a brief illness. Late Uduaghan  who was born on 22nd October 1954 died three days to his 72nd birthday    The news of the death was contained in a statement by the family.  The statement read, “ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE PASSING OF HIS EXCELLENCY, DR. CHIEF EMMANUEL EWETA UDUAGHAN It is with hearts weighed down by immeasurable grief and profound sorrow that we announce the passing to glory of our beloved Father, Brother, Uncle, and Patriarch, His Excellency,…

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Dafinone Commends Oborevwori’s Leadership as CAN Honours Governor with Christian Icon Award

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    Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has congratulated Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, on his conferment with the prestigious Christian Icon Award by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), describing the recognition as a testament to his exemplary leadership and commitment to public service.   Dafinone, in a congratulatory message, said the award reflected the governor’s humility, dedication to the welfare of the people and commitment to Christian values, including faith, integrity, compassion and service to humanity.   The award was presented during CAN’s 50th anniversary…

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DOPF Lecture: Umahi Joins Panel, Emina to Moderate Discussion

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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…

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2027: Over 250 U3 Youth Leaders Endorse Tinubu, Oborevwori, Dafinone, Waive

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…As Dafinone highlights constituency projects, federal jobs, Tinubu’s reforms   Over 250 community youth leaders from Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency, Delta State, have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Senator Ede Dafinone, and the member representing the constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Francis Ejiroghene Waive, for re-election in 2027. The youth leaders, who also pledged support for other All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates, announced their endorsement on Saturday at the 2026 U3 Federal Constituency Community Youth Leaders Conference held at Wetland…

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World Food Day: Diri Charges Bayelsa Youths To Embrace Farming, Bags AFAN Award

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has urged youths in the state to embrace agriculture as a viable career and wealth-creation opportunity, declaring that farming is a blessing, not a punishment. Gov Diri, represented by his deputy, Dr Peter Akpe, at the 2026 World Food Day celebration in Yenagoa, also received an Award of Excellence from the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) in recognition of his administration’s agricultural initiatives and support for farmers. The event, held at the Chief DSP Alamieyeseigha Memorial Banquet Hall,…

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Dafinone Hails Okodaso, Okodiya On Attainment Of SAN Rank

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has congratulated two prominent Urhobo indigenes, Jim Okodaso and Onome Okodiya, on their elevation to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). Dafinone described their admission into the Inner Bar as a significant recognition of professional excellence, intellectual accomplishment and unwavering commitment to the administration of justice. In a congratulatory message, the senator said the achievement had brought honour to the Urhobo Nation, Delta State and the Nigerian legal profession. He noted that the elevation of the two legal practitioners…

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Tinubu Nominates Four INEC Commissioners, Two RECs Ahead of 2027 Elections

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated four national commissioners and two Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following vacancies created by the expiration of the tenures of some serving officials. The nominations, announced in a State House press release issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, are subject to confirmation by the Senate. However, Tinubu has reappointed Dr Bala Bila as the national commissioner representing the North-East geopolitical zone. Among the new national commissioner nominees is Professor Mustapha Aliu, who…

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2027: Dafinone Wins Youths, APC Leaders’ Endorsement In Ethiope West

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has secured endorsements from youths and political leaders in Idjerhe, Mosogar and Oghara kingdoms in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsements were made on Friday during the senator’s consultation visits to the three kingdoms, where youth leaders and political stakeholders pledged to support his re-election bid and the electoral success of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The consultations formed part of Dafinone’s engagement with grassroots leaders and constituents as political activities gather…

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Obukoadata, Chiazor, Imegwu to Lead DOPF Conference Panel

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The Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Southern Delta University, Ozoro, Professor Presley Ogheneruke Obukoadata; renowned journalist and media scholar, Comrade Norbert Chiazor, PhD; and Chief Superintendent of Police, CSP Gladys Imegwu, have been selected to lead discussions at the 2026 Annual Conference and 6th Lecture Series of the Delta Online Publishers Forum, DOPF. The conference, scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, at David’s Event Centre, Government Reservation Area, Asaba, Delta State, will focus on the theme, “Democracy Under Pressure: Electoral Integrity, Security Challenges, and Media Accountability.” Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, is expected…

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