June 12 – Politics Governance

Democracy Day: Akpodiete Urges Commitment To Rule Of Law, Accountability

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Prof. (Olorogun) Alexander O. Akpodiete has called on Nigerians to deepen their commitment to democratic values, saying the nation’s progress depends on adherence to the rule of law, accountability, transparency, and active citizen participation. In his Democracy Day message to commemorate June 12, Akpodiete described the occasion as a celebration of the resilience, courage, and enduring spirit of Nigerians in their pursuit of democratic governance and national development. According to him, “Democracy is strongest when the rule of law prevails, when institutions are respected, when elections are credible, and when…

JUNE 12: Oborevwori Hails Nigerians On Democracy Day, Says Greater Days Ahead

June 12, 2026 Admin

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of the 2026 Democracy Day celebration, expressing optimism that the nation’s democratic journey would usher in greater prosperity and development of the country and all citizens. In a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori commended Nigerians for their unwavering commitment to democratic ideals and constitutional governance despite the challenges confronting the nation. The governor described June 12 as a historic date that symbolizes the resilience,…

June 12: Nigeria Is Bedevilled With Series Of Challenges -Tobi

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By Omoghene Benedict NIGERIANS have been urged show commitment and patriotism to overcome the series of challenges that has bedevilled the nation since it gain her independence. This call was made by Prince Tobi Dafe who identified some of the challenges to the the mistake of past leaders that are currently staring the nation. Tobi Dafe identified Nigeria as a nation that is saddle with corruption and contentment that has eaten it so hard. According to him, “Since the independence of our beloved nation Nigeria, we have had series of…

Governor Oborevwori Pays Tribute To Nduka Obaigbena At 67, Hails Outstanding Media Legacy July 14, 2026
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 […]
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Rotary Club Confers Distinguished Media Service Award On Advocate Newspaper, Honours Warri NUJ Chairman July 13, 2026
By Ovie ‘Kobiruo The Rotary Club of Ughelli Metropolis has conferred its Distinguished Media Service Award on Advocate Newspaper in recognition of the publication’s exceptional contribution to the media industry, unwavering commitment to credible journalism and outstanding service to national development. The award was presented to the newspaper during the installation ceremony of […]
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Police Arraign Publisher Over Alleged Defamatory Reports Against Soludo’s Family July 13, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has arraigned the alleged owner and publisher of Igbo Times Magazine and iNews, Mr Ejike Ofoegbu, over the alleged publication of false and defamatory reports against the family of the Anambra State Governor. The command said Ofoegbu was arraigned before a competent court on Monday after investigations into a […]
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Anambra Police Arrest Three Women Over Alleged Child Trafficking, Launch Manhunt for Syndicate July 13, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has arrested three women over their alleged involvement in child trafficking and launched a manhunt for other members of the syndicate, including suspected buyers of the trafficked children. The suspects, identified as Florence Nnakuzie, 45; Hannah Ugah, 52; and Chinasa Daniel, 27, were arrested on Saturday by operatives attached to […]
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Delta Central 2027: No More Family Table, Urhobo Must Eat Together July 12, 2026
By Wilson Okorugbo, There is a pattern in Delta politics that has become tired, predictable, and costly. It’s the politics of borrowed identity. Senator Ovie Omo-Age perfected it. He embodied it so completely, it’s not for wont of the right label to tag it the ‘Agege Doctrine.’ Under the Agege Doctrine, election season sounds […]
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Army, DSS, Police, Others Rescue 44 Kidnapped Oyo Pupils, Teachers Regain Freedom As Troop Smash Terror Network July 11, 2026
After spending nearly two months in captivity, the 44 pupils and teachers abducted by terrorists in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have regained their freedom following an intensive month-long joint security operation led by the Nigerian Army. The victims, who were kidnapped on May 15, 2026, were rescued on Friday, July 10, […]
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Anambra Police, Forest Security Service Deepen Partnership Against Crime July 10, 2026
The Anambra State Police Command has intensified its all-inclusive operational strategy with renewed collaboration among security stakeholders following a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Nigeria Forest Security Service (NFSS), Anambra State Command, to the Command Headquarters in Awka. The visit, which took place on Friday, forms part of the Command’s efforts to strengthen […]
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Otughievwen Community Disowns Govt Recognition Of Rival Chairman, Accuses Commissioner Of Conspiracy July 10, 2026
The leadership of Otughievwen Community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, has rejected a report claiming that the Delta State Government recognised Mr Jacob Ogedegbe, popularly known as Aziza, as Chairman of the community, describing the development as false and an attempt to blackmail Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. In a statement issued […]
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Oborevwori’s CPS Celebrates Erudite Journalist, Emmanuel Enebeli, At 60 July 10, 2026
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Delta State, Sir Festus Ahon, has congratulated veteran journalist and Chairman of the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF), Mr Emmanuel Enebeli, on the occasion of his 60th birth anniversary. In a congratulatory message, Ahon described Enebeli, who is also the State Secretary of the Nigerian Institute of […]
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EFCC Arraigns Ex-Banker For Alleged N294.5m Theft In Lagos July 10, 2026
‎The Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday, July 9, 2026 arraigned a former staff of a new generation bank, Chinonso Akujobi, for an alleged N294,595,992 theft before Justice I.O. Ijelu of the State High Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos. Chinonso is being prosecuted on a five-count […]
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