Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has said his position on the proposed Industrial Gas Park at Sanubi-Orogun, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, remains clear, insisting that the economic interests of the Urhobo people must be protected. Dafinone, who is Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Local Content, said he had never supported, and would not support, any move capable of depriving Urhobo Nation of the benefits associated with the strategic investment. The Senator stated this in a statement issued in reaction to what…
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Ogodo Urges Supporters To Back Dafinone’s Return To Senate
By Esada Uyono, Former Delta State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Cyril Ogodo, has urged his supporters and political associates in Delta Central Senatorial District to support the return of Senator Ede Dafinone to the National Assembly in the 2027 elections. Ogodo, while rallying support for Dafinone, said the senator had demonstrated commitment to the people of the district, stressing that continuity was necessary to sustain the gains recorded under his representation. “I am calling on all our supporters, leaders and members across Delta…
Read MoreDafinone celebrates Shettima At 60, Lauds Contributions To Nigeria
The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has congratulated Vice-President Kashim Shettima on his 60th birthday, describing his public service career as a testament to courage, resilience and commitment to Nigeria’s development. Dafinone, in a congratulatory message issued on Wednesday, said Shettima’s attainment of 60 years was an opportunity to celebrate his contributions to the country and honour his years of distinguished service in both the public and private sectors. He noted that Shettima’s journey from the banking profession to public office, including his tenure as Governor of…
Read MoreBenin-Sapele-Effurun Road: Quiet Engagement, Collective Action Yield Results — Dafinone
Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has said sustained and constructive engagement with the Federal Government and relevant agencies has begun yielding tangible results, following the flag-off of emergency intervention works on failed portions of the Benin-Sapele-Effurun Expressway. Dafinone stated this after joining representatives of the Delta State Government, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), and other stakeholders at the Amukpe Roundabout in Sapele for the commencement of the rehabilitation exercise. He described the intervention as timely and significant, noting that the Benin-Sapele-Effurun corridor remains a…
Read MoreSenator Ede Dafinone: The Case For Continuity, Competence And Stronger Delta Central
By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, Esq. As the 2027 general elections draw closer, the people of Delta Central Senatorial District will once again be presented with an important choice about the future of their representation in the Nigerian Senate. At the centre of that choice is Senator Ede Dafinone, whose first term has been defined by purposeful representation, measured leadership and a sustained commitment to the development of his constituents. Dafinone’s bid for a second term, therefore, deserves to be viewed not merely as a political ambition, but…
Read MoreDafinone Celebrates Amori At 74, Hails Contributions To Delta Politics
Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has felicitated with the Chief Adviser to the Delta State Governor, Chief Dr. Ighoyota Amori, on his 74th birthday, describing him as a distinguished statesman, consummate political strategist and Pan-Urhobo leader. Dafinone, in a congratulatory message, commended Amori’s contributions to the political development, stability and governance of Delta State over the years. He said Amori’s political journey since 1999 had been marked by courage, resilience, loyalty and commitment to the growth and stability of the state. According to…
Read MoreIf Delta Central Must Return a Senator, It Should Be Ede Dafinone or No One Else
By Endurance Ikanone As conversations about the future of Delta Central Senatorial District gradually gather momentum ahead of another electoral cycle, one question continues to resonate across communities, markets, town halls, social gatherings and traditional institutions: If Delta Central must return a senator, who deserves another opportunity to represent the district? Across the eight local government areas that make up the senatorial district’ Udu, Ughelli North, Ughelli South, Sapele, Ethiope East, Ethiope West, Okpe and Uvwie, a growing number of constituents appear to have arrived at a common conclusion.…
Read MoreSenator Ede Dafinone Celebrates Newly Inducted Urhobo Medical Doctors, Commends Their Excellence
By Nelson Agbajor Senator Ede Dafinone, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District in the Senate, has congratulated a group of young Urhobo graduates on their successful induction as medical doctors at the University of Abuja. The induction ceremony, held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, marked a significant milestone in the lives of the new doctors as they formally joined the medical profession. In a congratulatory message delivered on his behalf by Mrs. Oghor Okolo, the Senator described the achievement as a moment of immense pride for the Urhobo nation and…
Read MoreEthiope State Debate: Dafinone’s Position Anchored On Facts, Not Political Theatre—Response To Anaughe
By Comrade Wilson Okorugbo My attention has been drawn to a piece authored by Mr Godwin Anaughe, an aide to the former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege. Though Anaughe’s choice of language was unbecoming of a man of his exposure, I will not get through the gutters with him. In the article, Mr Anaughe attempts to attack the courageously realistic and statesmanlike position of the Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, regarding the agitation for the creation of Ethiope State. Ordinarily, I would…
Read MoreDafinone Congratulates Elohor Aiboni On Shell Executive Vice President Appointment
The senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone has congratulated Mrs.Elohor Aiboni on her appointment as Executive Vice President and Country Chair of Nigeria, describing the elevation as a proud moment for the Urhobo nation, Delta State and Nigeria. In a statement on Friday, the lawmaker said Aiboni’s appointment was a testament to her professionalism, dedication and outstanding contributions to the global energy industry, noting that her rise to one of the company’s highest leadership positions reflected years of excellence and hard work. Dafinone said Aiboni had,…
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