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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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Nani Commends Gov Oborevwori Over Presentation Of SUVs To Traditional Rulers

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By Felix Ekwu   Olorogun John Nani, Chairman of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), has commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for what he described as a thoughtful and strategic demonstration of respect for the traditional institution through the presentation of 65 Sports Utility Vehicles to traditional rulers across the state.   Reacting to the governor’s gesture, Nani said the decision underscored a deep understanding of the critical role traditional rulers play in complementing government efforts, particularly at the grassroots where peace, stability and community trust are essential…

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Oborevwori, Service Commanders, Others Honour Nigeria’s Fallen Heroes

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  …As 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Ends   Activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration, Thursday, came to a climax in Delta State with a solemn assembly that culminated with laying of wreaths at the ceremonial tomb of the unknown soldier at the Cenotaph in Asaba.   The ceremony was attended by the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori; his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme; Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor; Chief Judge of the state, Justice Tessy Diai, Service Commanders of the…

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Cyclists, Keke Operators Accuse DESTMA Officials Of Allege Extortion, Intimidation In Ughelli North

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Motorcycle and Keke operators have accused office of the Delta State Traffic Management Agency of alleged high-handedness, extortion and intimidation in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The operators alleged that, DESTMA officials has become a torn and their tormenting agency in Ughelli as they are now at the mercy of God. Narrating his ordeal to newsmen at Otovwodo community, Abubakar Abdul alleged that he has been extorted on several occasions at the market. “Without knowing my offence, I have been held several times and made to part…

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Oborevwori Flags Off ₦21.3 Billion Ugbolu–Okpanam Road Project, Despite Heavy Rain

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    .…Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Infrastructure   Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Thursday, defied heavy downpour and performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the ₦21.3 billion Ugbolu–Okpanam Road in Oshimili North Local Government Area, describing it as another milestone in his administration’s aggressive infrastructure renewal drive under the MORE Agenda.   Speaking at the event on Thursday, at Ugbolu, Governor Oborevwori said the 12 -kilometre road project embodies his administration’s commitment to building durable and sustainable infrastructure that supports economic growth and improves the living…

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Fmr Delta SSG Efenudu Dies At 81

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  Former Secretary to the Delta State Government, and Head of Service l, Sir Simeon Efenudu, Esq, has been reportedly dead after a brief illness.   Sir Simeon Efenudu hails from Owhe clan in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State. According to a statement issued on behalf of the family by Navy Captain Hermans Efenudu, the former head of service died after a brief illness. The statement in full  PASSAGE TO ETERNAL GLORY With total submission to the will of God Almighty but deep and incurable pain in…

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Delta Teachers Cries Out Over Bribery Demands, Delayed Promotions, And Unpaid Salaries

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  Teachers across Delta State are calling out the Ministry of Education’s accounts department for alleged corruption, claiming that officials demand hefty bribes to process overdue promotions and salary arrears.   Despite submitting their documents for promotion and payment implementation nearly a year ago, well beyond the official processing period of one to three months, many teachers are still awaiting their dues. Meanwhile, some colleagues who submitted paperwork later have already received full payment, reportedly after paying bribes.   “I submitted all my documents almost a year ago, yet I’ve…

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Delta State Min of Transport: Missing in Action Amidst Transportation Crisis -Otiti

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By Otiti Akpovoke   The recent hike in fuel prices, with PMS selling for over a thousand naira per liter, has brought immense suffering to Deltans. The ban on keke operations has further exacerbated the transportation crisis, leaving commuters stranded. In times like these, one would expect the Ministry of Transportation to spring into action, providing solutions to alleviate the suffering of the people. However, the ministry’s inaction has raised questions about its relevance. The absence of a state-owned transportation company in Delta State is a glaring omission, particularly in…

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Delta Commissioner In A Public Fight In Ughelli North

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  A serving commissioner representing three local government areas and former Delta State House of Assembly aspirant, names withheld,were embroidered in a public fight during a political meeting held at the country home of one of the leaders of a ruling party in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. Their security escorts could not put a stop to the fighting in one of the Ughelli north communities, as they both disgraced and embarrassed themselves before the public. Though, causes of their public disgrace was unknown, it was learned…

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Understanding Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori (13): Inspiring Strategic And Sustainable Industrialization

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  While Sheriff is being applauded for his commitment and performance in the construction of inherited and newly initiated projects, especially roads, bridges, markets, health and educational facilities, to reconfigure the infrastructural landscape of Delta State, he is also taking deliberate, concerted and intensive but quiet actions towards re-engineering the industrial landscape of the state for sustainable economic growth. Understanding that the informal productive sector accounts for the larger percentage of the GDP and to provide opportunities for all, in line with his MORE Agenda, his attention to re-developing Micro,…

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