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World Teachers’ Day: Teachers Hold Key to Nigeria’s Future, Dafinone Declares

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has described teachers as the architects of Nigeria’s future, urging governments at all levels to prioritise their welfare, professional development and working conditions. Dafinone, in a message to mark World Teachers’ Day, said no nation could rise above the quality of its education, stressing that teachers remained central to building responsible citizens and a prosperous society. He said teachers went beyond imparting academic knowledge, noting that they also mould character, inspire ambition and equip young people with the values, confidence and skills…

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2027: Delta Central Can’t Afford Opposition to Abuja As Oboro Backs Dafinone

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Former member of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Evelyn Oboro, has urged the people of Delta Central Senatorial District to support the re-election of Senator Ede Dafinone in the 2027 general elections, saying the district cannot afford to remain in opposition to the Federal Government. Oboro spoke on Saturday, October 3, 2026, when Dafinone, who represents Delta Central in the Senate, visited her residence as part of consultations with political leaders and stakeholders ahead of the elections. The former federal lawmaker pledged her support for Dafinone’s second-term bid and…

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Dafinone Urges Sapele Council To Sustain Annual Marathon, Walk

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The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has urged the Sapele Local Government Council to sustain its annual marathon and endurance walk, describing regular exercise as essential to healthy living and community development.   Dafinone made the call while participating in the second edition of the Sapele Marathon and Endurance Walk, tagged “A Walk for Sheriff” and “A Walk for Bright Abeke.”   The senator led participants in the endurance walk, which commenced at the Sapele Stadium and ended at the Sapele Local Government Secretariat.   He congratulated…

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Nigeria @ 66: Sacrifices Will Yield Stronger Nation, Says Dafinone

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has urged Nigerians to remain resilient and united, expressing optimism that the sacrifices being made amid the current economic reforms would ultimately produce a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria. Dafinone, in an Independence Day message marking Nigeria’s 66th anniversary on Thursday, felicitated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR; Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori; the people of Delta Central and Nigerians across the country. He said the anniversary provided an opportunity for citizens to reflect on their shared responsibility to preserve the unity…

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Nigeria Senator Vows To Keep $100bn Gas Park In Delta Communities

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Senator Ede Dafinone has vowed to continue efforts to keep a proposed 100 billion-naira industrial gas park in Eku-Sanubi, in Nigeria’s southern Delta state, despite technical challenges delaying the project. Dafinone, who represents Delta Central in the Senate, said he would oppose relocating the project from Urhobo land until all efforts to resolve the problems at the site had been exhausted. “I have no intention of moving an Urhobo project to another part of the country,” Dafinone said in an interview with Kpoko FM. The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring…

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Dafinone Demands Justice Over Adeda Ekwevugbe’s Death, Urges Calm

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has called for a thorough, transparent and impartial investigation into the death of Mr Adeda Ekwevugbe, a Deputy Director in the Delta State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education. Dafinone, in a statement, described the death of the public servant as “deeply troubling,” insisting that all circumstances surrounding the incident must be fully investigated to provide answers to his family, colleagues and the public. He commiserated with the Ekwevugbe family of Ughelli Kingdom, describing the deceased as a dedicated public servant whose…

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2027: Igbakpa Endorses Dafinone For Delta Central Senate Seat

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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Chief Ben Igbakpa, has endorsed the re-election bid of Senator Ede Dafinone, urging the people of Delta Central Senatorial District to return the lawmaker to the National Assembly in the 2027 general elections. Igbakpa gave the endorsement on Tuesday when Dafinone, who represents Delta Central in the 10th Senate, paid him a consultation visit at his residence in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State. The former federal lawmaker said Dafinone had utilised…

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Opinion: 2027: What Will Urhobo Politicians Campaign With In Okuama

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By Choice Grandball  As 2027 draws closer, political activities are gradually gathering momentum across Urhobo land. Consultations are beginning. Political structures are being activated. Aspirants are meeting traditional rulers, youths, community leaders and other stakeholders. Telephone calls that once went unanswered are suddenly being returned. Soon, campaign convoys will traverse Urhobo communities, with politicians asking for votes and promising to defend the interests of their people. But when those convoys eventually reach Okuama, there is a question that may prove more difficult to answer than any campaign slogan: What will…

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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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Dafinone Salutes Oyovbaire at Birthday, Says Nigeria Still Needs His Wisdom, Statesmanship

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By Efe Joseph   Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has paid glowing tribute to elder statesman, renowned political scientist and former Minister of Information, , on the occasion of his birthday, saying Nigeria still needs his wealth of experience, patriotic counsel and unwavering commitment to democratic governance.   In a goodwill message, Dafinone described Prof. Oyovbaire as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished intellectuals and public servants whose lifetime of scholarship, principled leadership and public service has significantly shaped the country’s democratic evolution and political development.   The…

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