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2027: Delta Central Youths Call On Senator Ede Dafinone To Seek Second Term

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By Nelson Agbajor   A formidable and vibrant youth group in Delta Central, operating under the auspices of Youths for Proactive Governance, has unanimously called on the Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, to seek re-election for a second term in 2027. The call was the outcome of a joint meeting of the leadership of the group drawn from the eight Local Government Areas that make up Delta Central Senatorial District. The meeting was held recently in Adeje, Okpe local government area of the state and was…

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Dafinone Calls For More APC Unity And Love In Delta

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Senator representing Delta Central, Ede Dafinone, has urged members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to remain united and steadfast in their support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, noting government policies are making the right impact in the country.   Senator Dafinone also urged his key supporters in APC to embrace and work with all new entrants into Delta APC, noting the party couldn’t win all positions in 2023 elections, but need to build a more formidable party in Delta that can…

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Senator Ede Dafinone Hosts Urhobo Christian Ministers Association In Sapele

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By Nelson Agbajor   The Senator representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, recently hosted members of the Urhobo Christian Ministers Association (UCMA) at his residence in Sapele, Delta State.   The visit was marked by prayers, dialogue, and a shared commitment to the peace and development of the district.     The delegation of Christian ministers was led by the President of the association, Most Rev. Prof. Solomon Gbakara. The visit formed part of the association’s ongoing efforts to strengthen synergy with leaders in…

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Christmas: Sen Dafinone Calls For Unity, Love In Delta Central

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THE senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, at the national Assembly, Sen Ede Dafinone has urged the people of Delta Central to use the Christmas celebration to reflect on the gain, love and unite as the birth of Christ is celebrated worldwide. He urged Delta Central people to reflect with gratitude and remember that Christmas is a symbol of love. According to him, “Christmas is not just a season of celebration, it is also a season of deep reflection. “As we celebrate Christmas 2025, I urge us all to reflect…

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Dafinone Bags UPIO Integrity Award For Effective Legislative Representation

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  Senator Representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has been recognised by the Urhobo people for his “effective legislative representation,” in the Senate. The Urhobo People Integrity Organisation (UPIO) conferred on him an Integrity Award at its 2025 awards ceremony on Monday in Ekpan, Delta State. The event, which was held at Bon Hotel Hyatt, brought together leading Urhobo stakeholders to celebrate public officers whose actions have had a measurable impact on the Urhobo people. According to the President of UPIO, Olorogun Dr Ebenezer Okorodudu, the award was…

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Senator Dafinone, Stakeholders Back Compulsory Civil Registration Bill 2025 for Inclusive, Modern System

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By Nelson Agbajor   The Senator representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone has expressed optimism that the proposed Compulsory Civil Registration Act, 2025 will significantly strengthen Nigeria’s civil registration framework and support effective national planning. The Senator spoke during a recent public hearing on the bill, held as part of ongoing legislative efforts to modernize the country’s civil registration system.   The distinguished lawmaker, who is a key member of the Senate Committee on National Identity Card and Population, participated actively in the hearing alongside…

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Sen Dafinone Mourns Bayelsa Deputy Governor’s Death

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Senator Ede Dafinone has described the death of Senator Lawrence Eghrwudjakpo as shocking a s devastating that has left the entire nation and Urhobo nation in particular in a deep mourning state.   He described the late Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State as a principles politician that is committed to public servant. He said, ‘I received the news of the passing of Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, with deep shock and profound sadness.   “His sudden collapse on Thursday and subsequent death at the Federal Medical…

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Sen Dafinone Bill On Chartered Planning Scales Through Second Reading

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The Senate on Wednesday advanced a major reform effort in Nigeria’s development planning architecture as the Bill to establish the Chartered Institute of Planning of Nigeria (CIPN), sponsored by Senator Ede Dafinone, scaled Second Reading on the floor of the National Assembly.   Senator Dafinone, who led the debate, said the Bill seeks to “grant chartered status to an Institute that has existed for over 22 years,” formally empowering it as a statutory professional body mandated “to regulate, standardise, and advance the practice of planning nationwide.”   According to him,…

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Sen Dafinone Commends Nomination Of Clark-Omeru As Ambassador Designate

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Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has commended the nomination of Ambassador-Designate Efe Alexandra Clark-Omeru, describing her as an accomplished diplomat whose professionalism, experience, and passion for national service will greatly enrich Nigeria’s foreign policy engagement. In a statement issued on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, Senator Dafinone said, “I was delighted to receive Clark-Omeru earlier in the day ahead of her screening at the National Assembly. He described the meeting as both insightful and reassuring, given her track record in the foreign service. “This morning, I had the…

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UPU Must Deepen Cohesion And Peace, Senator Dafinone Tells Re-Elected Leadership

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By Nelson Agbajor     The Senator representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Ede Dafinone, has called on the newly elected leadership of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) to prioritize unity, peace, and collective development across the Urhobo Nation. He made the appeal during the 94th Urhobo Day Celebration held at Uvwiamuge, Agbarho, in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.   This year’s event, themed “Awaken Urhobo Spirit for Unity,” drew stakeholders from various communities who reiterated their commitment to cultural preservation and…

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