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TUC Seeks Consultation With Delta Govt On 13th-Month Salary Implementation

July 18, 2026 Admin

The Trade Union Congress (TUC), Delta State Council, has welcomed the Delta State Government’s approval of a 13th-month salary for civil servants but urged the government to engage organised labour to develop a clear implementation framework for the welfare initiative. In a statement signed by the Chairman of the TUC in the state, Comrade Wilson Asekutu, the union described the policy as a positive response to a long-standing demand by workers and a recognition of the contributions of public servants to the state’s development. While commending Governor Sheriff Oborevwori…

Oborevwori Unveils Digital Advertising Platform To Boost Delta Revenue

July 17, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has unveiled a centralised Smart Advertising Management Platform for the Delta State Signage and Advertisement Agency (DESSAA), aimed at improving transparency, accountability and efficiency in the regulation of outdoor advertising across the state. The governor, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu, unveiled the digital platform on Thursday in Asaba, describing it as a major step in the state’s drive to leverage technology to strengthen public service delivery and revenue administration. Oborevwori said the platform would modernise the management…

Governor Oborevwori Pays Tribute To Nduka Obaigbena At 67, Hails Outstanding Media Legacy

July 14, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated renowned media entrepreneur and Chairman of THISDAY Newspapers and ARISE News, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, CON, on the occasion of his 67th birth anniversary, describing him as one of Africa’s most influential figures in contemporary journalism. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Tuesday, the governor commended Obaigbena for his exceptional contributions to the growth of Nigeria’s media industry and his unwavering commitment to promoting credible journalism over the decades. Oborevwori noted that the Delta-born…

Oborevwori Salutes Okowa At 67, Hails Enduring Contributions To Delta

July 8, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has joined family members, friends, political associates and well-wishers in celebrating his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, CON, as he marks his 67th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a goodwill message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, paid tribute to the former Governor’s decades of public service, describing his political journey as one defined by God’s grace, commitment, experience and dedication to the advancement of Delta State and Nigeria. The Governor said Okowa had built an impressive record of service…

COMMONWEALTH GAMES: Oborevwori Congratulates Team Delta

June 24, 2026 Admin

…As Favour Ashe Emerges Nigeria’s Fastest Man Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Team Delta athletes for their outstanding performances at the just-concluded Commonwealth Games National Trials in Lagos, particularly sprint sensation Favour Ashe, who made history by becoming Nigeria’s fastest man. Ashe delivered a remarkable performance at the trials, clocking a personal best of 9.93 seconds to win the men’s 100 metres title and set a new benchmark as the fastest Nigerian ever to win the national championship as well as the fastest athlete to…

Oborevwori Congratulates Oyebanji as Ekiti Governor Breaks One-Term Jinx

June 21, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji of Ekiti State on his historic re-election victory, describing it as a well-deserved reward for purposeful leadership and people-oriented governance. In a congratulatory message on Sunday, by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori noted that Oyebanji’s landslide victory in the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election reflected the confidence and trust the people of Ekiti State have in his administration. Oyebanji, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was declared winner of the…

Jubilant Residents Hail Oborevwori As Emorock Concepts Completes 4.8km Emevor-Orogun Road Phase II

June 21, 2026 Admin

Excitement and appreciation filled the air in Emevor and adjoining communities in Isoko North Local Government Area as residents hailed Governor Sheriff Oborevwori following the completion of Phase II of the 4.8-kilometre Emevor-Orogun Road by indigenous construction firm, Emorock Concepts Limited. The commendation came during an inspection of the project by the Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, who expressed satisfaction with the quality of work executed and reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to opening up rural communities through strategic infrastructure development. Aniagwu…

Aniagwu Hails Oborevwori’s Rural Devt Drive On Completion Of Emevor-Orogun Road Phase II

June 20, 2026 Admin

Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has commended Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori for his sustained commitment to rural infrastructure development following the completion of Phase II of the Emevor-Orogun Road project in Isoko North Local Government Area. Speaking after inspecting the project, Aniagwu described the successful completion of the road as another milestone in the implementation of Governor Oborevwori’s M.O.R.E Agenda, which prioritises meaningful development and improved access to communities across the state. The commissioner expressed satisfaction with the quality of…

Oborevwori Celebrates Joe Omene At 80

June 20, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former President-General of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU), Chief Joe Omene, on the occasion of his 80th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a statement issued on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described Chief Omene as an outstanding leader, elder statesman, and respected voice in the Niger Delta whose contributions to the advancement of the Urhobo nation and national development remain remarkable. The governor commended the Mosogar-born leader for his years of dedicated service to the Urhobo…

Chief Ernest Nikoro Congratulates Boss, Gov Oborevwori On 63rd Birthday

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Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor on Security matter, Chief Ernest Nikoro has congratulated the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on the occasion of his 63rd birthday, describing the celebration as a milestone worthy of honour and appreciation. In a goodwill message on Friday, Nikoro lauded Governor Oborevwori’s leadership and unwavering commitment to the growth and development of Delta State, noting that the governor has demonstrated dedication to improving the lives of the people through impactful governance. He commended Oborevwori for his people-oriented policies, infrastructural…

N20m Up For Grabs As Over 300 Players Converge For 6th Diri National Scrabble Classic July 28, 2026
By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Top scrabble players across Nigeria and the West Africa sub-region are warming up for the sixth edition of the Governor Douye Diri National Scrabble Classic. The World English Scrabble Players Association (WESPA) and Pan African Scrabble Association (PANASA)-sanctioned tournament, which is the biggest in the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF) calendar, […]
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Pressure Mounts On Burutu Councillors To Deny Chairman Rift, Remain Silent On ₦2.5m Projects, Hold Tuesday Sitting July 28, 2026
Fresh controversy has engulfed Burutu Local Government Council in Delta State, as councillors are reportedly under intense pressure to publicly deny reports of a rift with the council chairman, even as they continue to maintain silence over the controversial ₦2.5 million allegedly released to each councillor for ward projects. The development comes as the Legislative […]
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Akpimegi Hails Okorugbo’s Installation as Okpako Orere of Ofuoma July 27, 2026
The President-General of the Ughelli Descendants Union (UDU), Olorogun Samuel Akpimegi, has congratulated Pa. Thomas Oboerhidjoma Okorugbo on his installation as the Okpako Orere of Ofuoma Community, describing the honour as a fitting recognition of a lifetime of wisdom, humility and unwavering commitment to the peace and development of the community. In a congratulatory […]
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NBA Polls: Dafinone Hails Okoro, Okpomor’s Election, Says Victory Reflects Urhobo Excellence July 26, 2026
Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated two prominent Urhobo legal practitioners, Chief Oghenero Okoro and Mrs. Gladys Aghogho Okpomor, on their election into key national offices of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). In a congratulatory message, Dafinone described Okoro’s emergence as First Vice President of the NBA and Okpomor’s election […]
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Theo Mukoro Abandons Omo-Agege, Meets, Backs Oborevwori, Urges APC To Unite For Delta’s Progress July 25, 2026
Former APC Campaign Coordinator in Ughelli North Local Government Area, Olorogun Theo Mukoro, has abandoned his political godfather, Senator Ovie OmoAgegeTheo Mukoro Backs Oborevwori, Urges APC To Unite For Delta’s Progress and declared unwavering support for Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, urging members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to embrace unity and […]
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Anambra Police Reject Extortion Allegations Against Senior Officers, Restate Anti-Corruption Stance July 25, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has dismissed allegations circulating on social media that senior police officers benefit from extortion allegedly carried out by personnel deployed at the Onitsha Bridge Head, describing the claims as inconsistent with the values and operational standards of the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Command’s […]
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Oyede Community Begins New Era As Oborevwori Presents Staff Of Office To Pioneer Ovie July 25, 2026
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged the newly installed Ovie of Oyede Kingdom in Isoko North Local Government Area, His Royal Majesty, Sir Engr. Goodnews Goodman Agbi, PhD, Athuaro I, to provide purposeful leadership rooted in wisdom, fairness, humility and compassion. Speaking through the Deputy Governor, Sir Monday Onyeme, at the presentation of the […]
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Oborevwori Congratulates New NBA President, Two Deltans On Election Into National Executive July 25, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Mrs. Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, SAN, on her historic election as the first elected female President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), describing her emergence as a milestone for the legal profession and a victory for merit, excellence and gender inclusion. The governor also felicitated with two […]
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Ondo Police Arrest Four Officers Over Viral Stop-and-Search Video, Launch Probe July 24, 2026
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested four police officers captured in a viral social media video allegedly making unprofessional and ethnically insensitive remarks to a member of the public during a stop-and-search operation along the Lagos–Benin Expressway. Addressing journalists in Akure on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the […]
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Delta Police Nab Wanted Cultist, Recover Four Locally-Made Guns July 24, 2026
The Delta State Police Command has recorded another breakthrough in its sustained crackdown on cultism with the arrest of a suspected notorious cultist and the recovery of four locally fabricated firearms in Jesse, Ethiope West Local Government Area of the state. The Command said the suspect, Oghenebuba Mamatime, 28, who is allegedly a member […]
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