Delta State CP Samuel Etaifo Erale – Politics Governance

Delta Police Smash Criminal Hideouts, Recover AK-47, 2 Pump-Action Guns, 55 Rounds

October 7, 2026 Admin

……Arrest three suspected Black Axe members in separate operation The Delta State Police Command has uncovered suspected criminal hideouts in Ughelli North and Ethiope East Local Government Areas, recovering an AK-47 rifle, two pump-action guns, 55 rounds of live ammunition and seven live cartridges. Three suspected members of the Black Axe confraternity were also arrested during the separate intelligence-led operations carried out by operatives of the Commissioner of Police Special Assignment Team (CP-SAT) and the Quick Response Squad (QRS). The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Bright Edafe, who…

Police Arraign 22 Suspected Cultists, Secure Remand Orders In Delta

October 2, 2026 Admin

The Delta State Police Command has arraigned 22 suspected cultists before two courts in the state over alleged involvement in cult-related activities. The suspects, arrested in separate operations at Eku and Owhelogbo communities, were charged with conspiracy and membership of an unlawful society, specifically the Supreme Vikings Confraternity, also known as “Arobag.” According to the Command, 15 suspects arrested at Eku were arraigned before the Federal High Court, Warri, on September 25, 2026, after being transferred to the Command Anti-Cult Unit (CACU), Sector 2, Ozoro, for further investigation.…

Erale Assumes Duty As 25th Delta Police Commissioner

August 31, 2026 Admin

The Delta State Police Command has welcomed a new Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, psc, mnips, who has assumed duty as the 25th Commissioner of Police in the state. Erale succeeds CP Yemi John Oyeniyi, psc, acipm, mnips, following his posting to the command by the Nigeria Police Force in August 2026. The new Delta CP, a tested operational commander with extensive experience in tactical operations, administration, criminal investigation, personnel management and community safety, brings more than three decades of policing experience to his new assignment. Born on…

Dafinone Condoles Okonjo-Iweala, Family Over Mother’s Death October 26, 2026
Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has expressed condolences to the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, and the Okonjo family of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom, Delta State, over the death of their matriarch, Professor Kamene Okonjo, aged 96. Dafinone, in a condolence message, described the late professor as a woman […]
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2027: Oborevwori’s Performance Will Crush Opposition -Ntekume October 25, 2026
The Chairman of the Global Initiative Support Group for Sheriff Oborevwori 2027, Olorogun Josiah Ntekume, has expressed confidence in Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s re-election prospects, predicting that opposition parties may struggle to garner 10,000 votes in Delta State in the 2027 elections. Ntekume, who disclosed that the group was established by friends of the Chief Press […]
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Dr. Okogu Takes Bishopric Mantle, Maxima Warns Against Pride, Curses October 25, 2026
…Charges New Bishop To Use Staff For Blessings, Shepherd Flock Justly The General Overseer of Divine Mercy and Solution Ministry (DMS), Dr Amos Okogu, has been consecrated and enthroned as Bishop of the ministry, with the officiating cleric, Archbishop Prof. Emmanuel Maxima, charging him to embrace humility, promote peace and exercise his spiritual authority […]
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Ahon Hails Guanah At 64, Celebrates His Contributions To Delta October 25, 2026
Chief Press Secretary to the Delta State Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, has congratulated former Chairman of Patani Local Government Council, Barr. Raymos Guanah, on his 64th birthday, describing him as a distinguished leader whose contributions to the development of the state remain commendable. Ahon, in a congratulatory message issued on Sunday in Asaba, praised Guanah, […]
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Anambra Police Arrest Wanted Small-Moto, Over Robbery, Kidnapping, Cultism October 25, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old man, Udochukwu Okafor, popularly known as “Small-Moto,” over his alleged involvement in armed robbery, kidnapping, cult-related activities and secessionist-related offences in Ebenebe community and its environs. The suspect, who was reportedly on the wanted list of the Command, was arrested by operatives of the Rapid Response […]
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2027: Omo-Agege’s Self Help Anarchy And The Ghost Of Senate Mace October 25, 2026
By Ufuoma Egbe, There are moments in politics when a man tells you exactly who he is. Senator Ovie Omo-Agege told Delta at Ughelli who he is. “I want to make the news again. I want to make the news. You understand me now? I want to make news. Anybody who rigs the election […]
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Delta Intensifies Ebola Surveillance, Strengthens Emergency Response October 24, 2026
The Delta State Government has intensified measures to prevent a possible Ebola outbreak, with the Ministry of Health reviewing its disease surveillance systems and emergency response plans across the state. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this during a meeting with the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, directors and staff of the Epidemiology Unit. […]
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IGP Disu Moves To End Retired Police Officers’ Woes October 24, 2026
Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has stepped up efforts to address the lingering welfare challenges facing retired police officers, as the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu moves to clear outstanding arrears and improve retirement benefits. The initiative, under the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope agenda, is aimed at improving the post-service welfare of former […]
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HiGO, NACTOMORAS Partner To Revolutionise Keke, Motorcycle Transport October 24, 2026
…Target safer rides, digital identification, rider empowerment, nationwide expansion In a major move to transform Nigeria’s commercial transportation sector, HiGO, a mobility technology brand of HiConnect Global Services, has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (NACTOMORAS) to promote passenger safety, improve riders’ […]
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Dafinone Celebrates Onomigbo-Okpoko At 95, Hails Contributions To Legal Profession October 24, 2026
Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has congratulated eminent legal luminary and revered elder statesman, High Chief T. J. Onomigbo-Okpoko, OON, SAN, on his 95th birthday, describing his life as a remarkable legacy of service, integrity and dedication to the legal profession. Dafinone, in a congratulatory message, celebrated the nonagenarian for his outstanding […]
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