Police Arrest 49-Year-Old Suspected Armed Robber, Recover Gun, 50 Cartridges In Anambra

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Operatives of the Anambra State Police Command attached to the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, have arrested a 49-year-old man, Chima Ogumba, suspected of armed robbery.   The suspect was arrested on the morning of August 17, 2026, along Nkpor Road in Idemili North Local Government Area of the state, following an intelligence-led operation by the police.   The operation also led to the recovery of one pump-action gun and 50 live cartridges from the suspect.   A statement issued yesterday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said…

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Tantita’s Pipeline Protection Boosts Nigeria’s Oil Revenue, Employs Over 60,000 Niger Delta Youths— Bebenimibo

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By David Lawani, Abuja   The Media Consultant to Tantita Nigeria Limited, Dr. Paul Bebenimibo, has said the company’s sustained efforts in protecting oil pipelines and other critical infrastructure in the Niger Delta have significantly improved crude oil production, environmental safety and economic activities in the region. Bebenimibo, who is also Special Adviser to Tantita Chairman, Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, stated this while speaking on the sidelines of an award presented to Tantita by Blueprint Newspapers in recognition of the company’s contributions to pipeline security and national development.…

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GOMEP-NG Hails Oborevwori Over Muoboghare’s Appointment As DOU Pro-Chancellor

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria, GOMEP-NG, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for appointing Professor Patrick Muoboghare as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba.   The guild, in a congratulatory message jointly signed by its National President, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, and National Secretary, Prince Clinton Uba, described Muoboghare’s appointment as well deserved, citing his experience, competence and leadership qualities.   GOMEP-NG said the appointment demonstrated the governor’s commitment to entrusting strategic positions to competent professionals capable…

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UPU Youth Leader Endorses Dafinone For Second Term, Cites Youth Empowerment

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The President of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) Youth Wing, Ughere Blessed, has endorsed Senator Ede Dafinone for a second term in the Senate, urging Urhobo youths to rally behind the Delta Central lawmaker for continuity. Ughere, in a statement titled “Why Urhobo Nation Youths Must Endorse and Support Senator Ede Dafinone,” said the endorsement was informed by the senator’s accessibility, responsiveness and commitment to creating opportunities for young people across the Urhobo nation. He cited Dafinone’s intervention in securing places for 20 Urhobo youths in the ongoing Niger Delta…

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Oborevwori To Inaugurate Perm Secretaries’ Qtrs, Thursday

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  …Reaffirms Commitment To Civil Servants’ Welfare   The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare and professional development of civil servants, describing them as critical partners in the implementation of government policies and programmes. Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, stated this on Tuesday while inspecting the newly completed Permanent Secretaries’ quarters in Asaba ahead of its inauguration on Thursday, noting that the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori had introduced a number of measures aimed at improving the working conditions and welfare of…

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Stop Disgracing Oborevwori, GOMEP Tells APC Leaders Over Alleged Disruption Of Opposition Meetings

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria has warned political leaders in Delta Central against allegedly disrupting opposition political consultations, saying such actions could undermine democratic freedoms and bring the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori into disrepute. The President of GOMEP-Nigeria, National, Comrade Akpovoke Otiti, gave the warning in a statement on Monday while reacting to reports of alleged disruptions of political gatherings in parts of Delta Central, including Usiephrun in Ughelli South and Abraka in Ethiope East. Otiti urged political leaders and their supporters to allow…

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GOMEP-NG APPOINTS RABI ABUBAKAR LEGAL ADVISER, HAILS HER LEGAL EXPERTISE

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has congratulated Barr. Rabi Abubakar on her appointment as the Legal Adviser to the National Body of the Guild. In a congratulatory message signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Tochukwu Eluwa, on Monday, the Guild described the appointment as a welcome development, expressing confidence in Abubakar’s legal expertise, professional experience and commitment to excellence. GOMEP-NG said her wealth of knowledge and experience would contribute significantly to the growth, protection and development of the Guild, particularly in navigating legal and…

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Ughelli South Stakeholders Hail Restoration Of Second Constituency, Laud Dafinone, Waive

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Stakeholders in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State have applauded the restoration of the Ughelli South II State Constituency after 27 years of political exclusion, commending Senator Ede Dafinone and the member representing Ughelli South/Udu Federal Constituency, Hon. Francis Waive, for their roles in the process. The Independent National Electoral Commission had recently restored Ughelli South II, alongside Abraka and Isoko North II constituencies in Delta State and Yagba West II in Kogi State, in compliance with relevant court judgments. INEC has fixed September 19, 2026, for elections…

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2027: Olomu Wards 1, 2, Effurun-Otor Stakeholders Back Omo-Agege, Obiuvwevbi

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Political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections have intensified in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State as stakeholders and supporters from Olomu Wards 1 and 2, as well as Effurun-Otor, rallied support for the governorship ambition of former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, and the National Assembly aspiration of Dr Christopher Obiuvwevbi Omininini.   The development followed a consultation tour by the political team to Ogoni-Olomu, Olomu Kingdom, Ewu Kingdom and other communities in the area.   The delegation, comprising Omo-Agege, described as the…

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Diri: My Choice Of Akpe As Deputy Was No Mistake

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Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has said his decision to appoint Dr. Peter Akpe as his deputy was not a mistake, describing him as a competent, loyal and humble politician whose appointment had been vindicated by his performance in office. Diri spoke at a grand reception organised by the people of Ebedebiri community in Sagbama Local Government Area to honour Akpe. The governor, who was represented at the event by top government officials and political stakeholders, said the large turnout for the reception demonstrated the acceptance and goodwill enjoyed…

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