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Sapele Crisis: Again, Dafinone Emerges As Resolute Voice For Urhobo Interest

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By Akpos Oghentega,     In the unfolding leadership crisis in Sapele-Okpe Community, one figure has again emerged as a decisive and influential voice for the Urhobo Nation — Senator Ede Dafinone, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District. Many observers say his quiet but firm intervention played a pivotal role in the decision by the His Royal Majesty, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), Orhue I, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, to suspend the Community Chairman’s controversial amendments of the community’s constitution and equally halt indefinitely his attempt to create a…

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Opinion: The Urgent Need For A Ranking Senator For The Urhobo Nation

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By P. O Edu., Esq.   The distinction between merely having a senator and having a ranking senator is profound. While a senator may face limitations in accessing vital opportunities, a ranking senator enjoys nearly limitless access to resources and influence that can significantly enhance the lives of his constituents.   Throughout the years, we have witnessed the stark contrast in the impact of a senator versus that of a ranking senator. The latter possesses the power to unlock a wealth of opportunities and drive the dividends of democracy directly…

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Senator Dafinone Laments NDLEA Ineffectiveness Over Justice For Omhonria Family

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By Nelson Agbajor   The Senate Committee on Legislative Compliance has raised concerns over the slow implementation of the National Assembly’s directives to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) regarding compensation for the family of Mr. Fidelis Omhonria.   Recall that the directives were issued following the tragic incident in which two-year-old Onosereba Omhonria was killed and his younger brother, Eromonsele Omhonria, sustained a gunshot injury to the eye during an operation involving NDLEA officers.   The Vice Chairman and Acting Chairman of the committee, Senator Ede Dafinone, while…

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2027: The Mistake the Urhobo Nation Must Not Make

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By Akpos Oghentega,     In the buildup to the 2011 general elections, the late Senator Professor Adego Eferakeya issued a stern, prophetic warning to the Urhobo nation. He spoke of a quiet but devastating peril: the danger of lacking a “ranking senator” in the Nigerian National Assembly. As a member of his media campaign team during that era, I sat in the front row of history, listening as he articulated a reality that many political observers ignore to their own detriment. Senator Eferakeya was unambiguous—the Urhobo nation, despite its…

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Sen Dafinone Calls For A More United Urhobo Globally

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By Nelson Agbajor   Senator Ede Dafinone has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening unity among Urhobo people by hosting the March edition of his “Meet-and-Greet” gathering in Abuja. The event brought together Urhobo sons and daughters from diverse professional backgrounds to foster collaboration and promote collective development within the Urhobo community.   Speaking during the engagement, the lawmaker representing Delta Central Senatorial District emphasised the importance of unity among the Urhobo people, noting that their shared heritage should serve as a foundation for cooperation and mutual support. He encouraged participants…

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Senator Dafinone Bags Catholic Church Award Of Development

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By Nelson Agbajor     Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has been honoured with a Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his contributions to the development of the Urhobo Nation and his commitment to public service. The award was presented by the Urhobo Catholic Community of St. John Mary Vianney Catholic Church during the Urhobo Cultural Day celebration and the formal welcome of His Lordship, Most Rev. Dr. Anthony Ovayero Ewherido to the Asaba Region. The event, held in December 2025 in Asaba, Delta State, was themed…

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APC Sapele LGA, Thank You: Let Others Follow Without Delay

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By Wilson Okorugbo   The ancient saying “a prophet is without honour in his own home.” Senator Ede Dafinone, has powerfully rewritten that narrative.   In a bold and unequivocal move, the Sapele LGA Executive has publicly declared its endorsement of Senator Ede Dafinone for a second term! not under pressure, not out of sentiment, but out of conviction.   That endorsement is a statement of confidence from those who know him best. Sapele is home. Home sees character unfiltered. Home understands consistency. Home knows whether representation is visible or…

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Senator Ede Dafinone’s Representation In The Nigerian Senate: Footprints Of An Urhobo Political Trailblazer

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By N.M. Odedede     Before the advent of Distinguished Senator Ede Dafinone as the duly elected Senator representing the good people of Delta Central in the 10th National Assembly, all first-time senators from the district were mostly ignored in terms of presenting their scorecards. The reason is that the Nigerian Senate is an intricate parliament that requires so many critical factors for unranked legislators to excel in their mandate to the people. A first-time senator in the Nigerian Senate who hopes to bring about a paradigm shift in the…

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Sen Dafinone Celebrates Disu Elevation As Ag IGP, Demands Tough Action On Kidnapping, Banditry

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Senator Ede Dafinone has celebrated and congratulates the elevation of one of the refined Nigeria Police Officers, Mr Olatunji Disu, that was recently decorated and appointed the Acting Inspector General of Police by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.   The Senator, who currently represents Delta Central Senatorial District who congratulated the Acting Inspector General of Police hailed his professionalism and dedication towards a better Nigeria Police Force. He said, “I warmly felicitate Mr. Tunji Disu on your appointment as the Acting Inspector-General of Police by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.   “This…

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Dafinone Celebrates Mosogar Monarch, Commends His Legacy Of Unity and Progress

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Delta Central Senator, Okakuro Ede Dafinone has the reign of the traditional ruler of Mosogar Kingdom in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State, HRM Sunday Odogu Okpurhe Uduaka 1, on the occasion of his birthday anniversary. The Senator in his congratulatory wishes, described the reign of the monarch as peaceful. According to him, On behalf of the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, I extend warm birthday felicitations to His Royal Majesty, Sunday Odogu Okpurhe Uduaka I, the Ovie of Mosogar Kingdom. “This occasion celebrates not only Your…

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