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Okuama Crisis: Akpodiete Applauds Rule Of Law, As Court Grants Freedom To Detained Leaders

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THE Federal High Court sitting in Warri, Delta State Wednesday ordered the unconditional release of Prof. Arthur Ekpekpo and the other detained Okuama leaders of Ughelli South Local Government of Delta state. The court also fixed July 13, 2026, for the continuation of hearing on the substantive matter. This is just as Prof. Alexander Akpodiete has hailed the court verdict, as he commended the judiciary for upholding the rule of law. Hon. Justice Hyeladzira Nganjiwa gave the order while delivering his judgment in Motion for release under fundamental rights…

Detained Okuama Leaders To Be Arraigned In Warri FHC By Nigerian Army

September 29, 2025September 29, 2025 Admin

Fifteen months after being detained by the Nigerian Army, living Okuama leaders will be arraigned before the Federal High Court, sitting in Warri, Delta State. The detained Okuama leaders, Prof Arthur Ekpekpo, Chief Belvis Adogbo, Mr Dennis Okugbaye, Dennis Malaka and others will appear before court for arraignement. Though details of their arraignment is sketchy,it was learned the Nigerian had in a suit no: FHC/WR/CS/42/2024 bring them before the court. It would be recalled that Prof Arthur Ekpekpo, Chief Belvis Adogbo, Pa James Oghoroko,(now deceased) Dennis Okugbaye,…

Ika South Commences N50,000 Bursary Disbursement To Students June 15, 2026
The Ika South Local Government Council has commenced the disbursement of bursaries to students of the area, with each successful beneficiary receiving N50,000 as part of the council’s educational support initiative aimed at promoting academic excellence and easing financial challenges faced by students. Announcing the commencement of the payment exercise, the Chairman […]
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Support Democracy To Grow, Keep Faith In Electoral Process, Ifeajika Urges Nigerians June 15, 2026
The Executive Assistant to Delta State Governor on Public Enlightenment (Projects and Policies), Mr Olisa Ifeajika, has urged Nigerians keep faith with the nation’s democratic evolution, saying Nigeria’s democracy is a growing system that requires patience, collective commitment and active citizen participation to achieve its full potential. Speaking in an interview on Politics HQ […]
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Prof. Alexander Akpodiete Mourns Late Urhobo Music Icon, Prof. Johnson Adjan June 15, 2026
Professor Alexander Akpodiete has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned Urhobo music icon and cultural ambassador, Prof. Johnson Adjan, describing his death as a monumental loss to the Urhobo nation, Ughelli Kingdom, and the Nigerian cultural landscape. In a condolence message, Akpodiete said the late Adjan devoted his life to the promotion of […]
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RMFAC DATA VERIFICATION: Oborevwori Reaffirms Commitment To Transparency June 15, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prudence, accountability and transparency in the management of public resources as the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMFAC) commenced its nationwide Data Verification Exercise in the state. Governor Oborevwori stated this on Monday while receiving a delegation from RMFAC led […]
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Feature News: Army Raids Leave Trail Of Death And Trauma In Rivers Community As Widow Recounts Family’s Ordeal June 15, 2026
By Elizabeth Vincent, Yenegoa One day she found herself alone in a dark room, surrounded by grief and uncertainty her young son had already been buried,her father-in-law had just returned from the hospital, battling for his life,beside her sat her paralysed mother-in-law, overwhelmed by sorrow and helplessness. It was in the aftermath of […]
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Four Suspects In Custody Over Alleged Murder, Child Abuse In Anambra June 15, 2026
By Our Correspondent The Anambra State Police Command has taken four suspects into custody over separate cases of alleged murder and child abuse, while commending residents for providing timely information that helped expose the crimes. The Police said the arrests followed public reports and intelligence received from concerned residents regarding two disturbing incidents that […]
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Gov Diri, Ingobere, Oforji, Others Preach Unity, Cultural Renaissance At Okolede Festival June 14, 2026
By Julius Agadaga, Yenagoa Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has urged citizens to make deliberate efforts to revive positive aspects of Ijaw traditions and culture that are fast fading into extinction. Governor Diri made the call at the grand finale of the 2026 Ekpetiama Okolede New Yam Festival held in Gbarantoru, […]
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Tinubu’s Economic Re-engineering Transforming States, Strengthening Delta’s Devt Drive — Aniagwu June 14, 2026
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has said that the economic reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu have significantly improved the financial standing of states across the country, enabling them to deliver more development projects and better welfare for citizens. Aniagwu made the assertion while speaking […]
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Ogbuku Emerges Daufa VI Of Ayakoro, Promises Peace, Unity And Development June 14, 2026
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, has ascended the traditional throne of Ayakoro Community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, emerging as the new Paramount Ruler with the revered title of Daufa VI. Dr. Ogbuku’s emergence marks a new chapter in […]
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Oborevwori Condoles Bishop Aruakpor Over Mother’s Passing, Says She Lived A Fulfilled Life June 13, 2026
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has urged the family of the late Mama Ruth Aruakpor to remain grateful to God for her fulfilled life and enduring legacy, describing her passing as a celebration of a life well spent in service to God, family and humanity. Governor Oborevwori gave the charge […]
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