Oborevwori Approves Recruitment Of Over 700 Health Workers In Delta

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  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the recruitment of over 700 medical and non-medical personnel as part of a deliberate effort to strengthen healthcare delivery across Delta State. The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Joseph Onojaeme, who disclosed this during a press briefing, said the approval underscores the administration’s sustained commitment to expanding the health sector in line with ongoing infrastructural upgrades. He explained that the recruitment became necessary due to increased demand for healthcare services following major developments, including the upgrade of General Hospital Warri…

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Oginibo Community Hails NDDC Over Swift Approval Of Streetlight Project

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    Residents of Oginibo Community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State have commended the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) for the swift approval of a solar-powered streetlight project aimed at enhancing security and boosting economic activities in the area.   The commendation was contained in a statement issued by the community on Monday, which described the intervention as timely, impactful, and highly commendable.   According to the statement, the community had formally written to the NDDC on February 9, 2026, requesting the provision of 985 solar-powered…

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Ofagbe Community Protests, Demands Revocation of Isoko Ring Road Contract Over Alleged Contractor Incompetence

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  Residents of Ofagbe Community in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State have staged a protest over the prolonged delay and alleged poor execution of the 24-kilometre Isoko Ring Road project, calling on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to revoke the contract awarded to Dora-Dan Global Resources. The protest, led by the President-General of the community, Engr. Cyril Jeke, saw demonstrators express frustration over what they described as the contractor’s inability to deliver on the critical infrastructure project despite multiple interventions by the state government. Speaking during the protest, Engr.…

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Sen Dafinone Mourns, Describes Sunny Kotor ‘s Death As Painful

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Delta Central Senator Okakuro Ede Dafinone has described the death of Mr Sunny Kotor, Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor on Protocol as a painful lost not only to the state government but to those who knew and worked with him.   The Senator who mourned the death of Kotor as painful extended his condolences to the state government and relatives as well.   He said, “I received with deep sadness the news of the sudden passing of Mr. Sunny Kotor, Senior Special Assistant on Protocol to the Delta…

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City Boy Movement Unveils John Nani As Ethiope West Leader

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The leadership and members of the Ethiope West Local Government Area Chapter of the City Boy Movement (CBM) have formally unveiled the Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), John Obukowho Nani, as their leader during a courtesy visit to his country home in Idjerhe Kingdom on Sunday, March 23, 2026. The symbolic decoration and unveiling were conducted by the Chapter Director, Festus Oseni, alongside the Chapter Coordinator, Owen Nero, and other executives of the local government chapter, in what participants described as a strategic move…

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Diri Praises Engr Wills For Documenting State History

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By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa   Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has commended Engr. Numoipre Wills for documenting his experience in a book for generations to read. Diri identified knowledge, history and intellectual capital as veritable tools for promoting sustainable development and effective governance. He said in an era where history was being distorted, fragmented or misinterpreted, the importance of deliberate documentation cannot be overemphasized. A statement by the Senior Special Assistant on Media to the Deputy Governor, Mr. Doubara Atasi noted that the Governor Diri stated this at…

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Why Supporters Say John Nani Is Delta Central’s Strategic Option

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By Darlington Oghenekaro     As political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections continue to take shape, conversations within Delta Central Senatorial District are increasingly shifting toward the kind of leadership considered necessary to strengthen the district’s influence at the national level. For many stakeholders, the coming electoral cycle is being viewed as an opportunity not just to elect a representative, but to reposition the district for stronger participation in federal decision-making, improved development outcomes, and sustained advocacy on issues affecting oil-producing communities. In this context, supporters are projecting…

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Eid Mubarak 2026: Prof Akpodiete Calls for Unity, Trustworthy AI, Global Collaboration in Eid Message to Muslims Worldwide

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By Victor Bieni In celebration of Eid al-Fitr 2026, Professor Alexander O. Akpodiete, Professor of Law, Digital Forensics, and Cybersecurity, and Founder of Atawa Technologies Ltd, has extended warm greetings to Muslims around the world, as well as to clients and partners globally. Speaking in a telephone interview with Daily Independent on Friday, March 20, 2026, Prof. Akpodiete expressed heartfelt appreciation for the trust and collaboration he has received across various regions, emphasizing his commitment to strengthening partnerships built on mutual respect and shared success. In his message, the US–UAE-based…

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Why Ede Dafinone Remains The Best Choice For Delta Central

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By Edesiri Ofomala,     I have had the rare privilege of listening, not once, not twice, but on several occasions, to Senator Ede Dafinone speak about the Urhobo people. Each time, one thing stands out clearly, this is not politics for him; it is a burden. Some leaders speak about their people. Others carry their people in their hearts. With him, you see a man who carries the Urhobo cause as a personal assignment, one that must not fail. There is a pattern you cannot ignore. A quiet resolve.…

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DESOPADEC Chairman Nani Mourns Sunny Kotor

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Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Olorogun John Obukohwo Nani, has expressed profound sadness over the sudden death of Mr Sunday Kotor, Senior Special Assistant on Protocol to the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori. In a statement, Nani described Kotor’s demise as a “devastating loss to Delta State,” highlighting the late aide’s longstanding service to the government and the people. He noted that Kotor’s vibrant presence at official functions and his role as a respected Master of Ceremonies helped shape the face of…

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