Ohworode Of Olomu Commends Delta Government, Monarchs, Others for Attending Staff Of Office Presentation

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  The Ohworode of Olomu Kingdom and Chairman, Body of Benchers of Nigeria, HRM Albert Akpomudje SAN, FCIArb, Eyanvwie-Alaka I has expressed profound gratitude to the Delta State Government, traditional rulers, Benchers, members of the Bench and Bar and distinguished guests who graced the presentation of his staff of office. In a statement personally issued shortly after the ceremony, the revered monarch described the event as historic and deeply significant to the people of Olomu Kingdom. He commended the Delta State Government for its support and commitment to upholding traditional…

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Oborevwori Condemns Police Killing, Vows Justice For Slain Delta Youth

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    Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has condemned in the strongest terms the unwarranted and unprovoked killing of a defenceless youth, Mena Ogidi by a police officer, ASP Nuhu Usman.   Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described the act as barbaric, unlawful and a grave violation of the sanctity of human life.   The Governor expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident and extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased.   He noted that no citizen deserves…

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Extra Judicial Killing: Sen Dafinone Calls For Calm, Visits Ogidi Family, Police Authorities For Further Actions

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Senator Ede Dafinone representing Delta Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly has called for calm amid growing public outrage over the killing of Mena Ogidi, following a high-level meeting with police authorities in Warri on Wednesday.   The senator made the appeal after a meeting with the Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zone 5, Salman-Dogo Garba, at the Nigeria Police Area Command, Warri. Also present was the Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, Yemi Oyeniyi. The family of the late Mena Ogidi also attended the meeting, led by his…

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LECTURE: Oborevwori Advocates Inclusive Governance As Path To National Unity

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    Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has called for the adoption of inclusive governance across Nigeria, describing it as a critical pathway to strengthening national unity and sustainable development.   He made the call on Wednesday while delivering a lecture titled “Inclusive Governance and National Unity: Lessons from Delta State for a More United Nigeria” at the annual lecture series of the Yoruba Tennis Club in Lagos.   The governor said Nigeria’s diversity demands a governance model that ensures representation, fairness, and participation for all groups, particularly…

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A Valediction Forbidding Farewell

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By Sunny Awhefeada   I apologize to readers of this column that became irregular in the last couple of weeks. I ascribe it to that popular Nigerian phrase “circumstances beyond my control”. The last four months have been quite tumultuous. I found myself in a whirlpool of events that robbed me of the time and stability to write. My appointment as Vice-Chancellor of the Southern Delta University, Ozoro, Delta State, is no longer news! The weeks and days leading to the interview, combined with my work as Dean of Postgraduate…

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Dafinone Charges Nigerian Youths To Innovate Boldly, Embrace Discipline For National Growth

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has challenged Nigerian youths to embrace discipline, innovation and institution-building as critical tools for sustainable national development, warning that the country risks wasting its enormous potential if the present generation fails to transform capacity into productivity.   Dafinone gave the charge while delivering the convocation lecture titled “Harnessing Nigeria’s Potential: Strategies for Sustainable Development” at the 18th Convocation Ceremony of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka.   Addressing the graduating class of 2026, the senator described Nigeria as “one of the most…

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Extra Judicial Killing: IGP Olatunji Recommends Dismissal, Prosecution Of Officers Involved In Effurun Shooting

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  The Nigeria Police Force hereby provides an update on the disciplinary actions taken following the fatal shooting incident of 26th April 2026 in Effurun, Delta State, which resulted in the death of Mr Mene Ogidi. Sequel to the earlier directive of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, all officers connected to the incident were immediately withdrawn from the Delta State Command and transferred to Force Headquarters, Abuja, where they were subjected to expedited disciplinary proceedings.   According to a statement by the Force Public Relations…

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Extra-Judicial Killing: Akpodiete Condemns Alleged Police Shooting, Demands Urgent Investigation

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        Delta Central Senatorial aspirant and Professor of Law, Forensics, and Cybersecurity, Olorogun (Prof.) Alexander O. Akpodiete, has called for an immediate and thorough investigation into the killing of 28-year-old Mr. Oghenemine Million Ogidi at Effurun in Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State.   Prof. Akpodiete made the call while reacting to the incident, which reportedly involved ASP Usman Nuhu of the Nigeria Police Force. He described the development as deeply troubling and unacceptable, warning that continued incidents of this nature are eroding public confidence in…

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Former Youth Leader Killed Amid Chieftaincy Dispute In Baylesa Community

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      The Ogboinbiri community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, has been thrown into mourning following the killing of former Youth President, Mr. Dennis Ofolo, amid a protracted chieftaincy crisis in the area. Community sources said Ofolo, a prominent youth leader, was allegedly murdered as tensions over the traditional leadership dispute escalated. Residents described the deceased as a peaceful and selfless leader who, during his tenure as Youth President, promoted unity and advocated for youth welfare in Ogboinbiri. His death has been described as a…

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Delta South 2027: Orubebe’s Soured Grapes

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By Felix Ofou,   Former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Elder Godday Orubebe stirred the hornet’s nest at the weekend, during which he made some grave allegations against Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing the Delta South Senatorial District in the National Assembly. He accused the senator of abandonment after investing hugely to make the man win the Senate seat in 2023. Orubebe claimed that he spent so much money in his support and bid to ensure that Joel-Onowakpo got to the Senate. But he said no soon after the elections, the…

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