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Senator Dafinone Celebrates Chief Godwin Ogbetuo At 96

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Delta Central Senator, Okakuro Ede Dafinone has congratulated Chief Godwin Ogbetuo on his 96 birthday anniversary just as he described the nonagenarian as a Pan Niger Delta leader whose wealth of wisdom and experience has sharpened the current democratic dispensation.   The Senator in his birthday message to the eldest man said, “On behalf of the great people of Delta Central heartily felicitate with an elder statesman of rare distinction, Chief Godwin Ogbetuo, as he marks his 96th birth anniversary.   “This remarkable milestone is a celebration of a life…

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Sen Dafinone Assures Urhobos, Delta Central Of A Wonderful 2026

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The Senator representing the people of Delta Central Senatorial District at the national Assembly, Senator Ede Dafinone has assured the Urhobo people and Delta Central of a blissful new year.   He gave this assurance in his new message to the Urhobo nation and Delta Central in particular. According to him, “As we step into the year 2026, I extend my heartfelt goodwill and best wishes to the people of Delta Central Senatorial District and the entire Urhobo Nation. I am very optimistic that this year will be far better…

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Nwaoboshi Death Is A Great Lost To Nigeria Political Community -Sen Dafinone

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The senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Sen Ede Dafinone has described the death of the two times senator representing Delta North a s a political lost to the Nigeria community.   The Senator in a personally signed statement, said, “I received with deep shock the news of the sudden demise of former Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, a distinguished statesman and one of Nigeria’s influential political figures. His passing is a painful loss not only to his immediate family but also to Delta State and the Nigerian political community at…

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Senator Dafinone Greets Orodje of Okpe Kingdom On Birthday

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The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Sen Ede Dafinone has admonished the Orodje of Okpe on his birthday celebration anniversary. The Senator in his birthday message described the Orodje of Okpe as a monarch as a pride across the Urhobo Nation and Okpe Kingdom.   According to him, “I, Senator Ede Dafinone, on behalf of the Dafinone’s family and the people of Delta Central Senatoral District heartily felicitate with Your Royal Majesty, Maj.-Gen. Felix Mujakperuo (rtd), Orhue I, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom on the joyous occasion of your…

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Sen Dafinone Mourns Slain APC Chairman In Delta, Demand Justice

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The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Sen Ede Dafinone has called for the arrest and prosection of the killers of Ethiope East Local Government, vice chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Mr  Ese Idisi.   The Senator who mourned the death of Idisi in a statement urged security operatives to unravel the circumstances behind the death.   According to the statement signed by Sen Ede Dafinone, “I, am deeply shocked, sad and utterly condemn the brutal killing of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Ethiope East…

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UYLA HAILS DAFINONE, JOEL-ONOWAKPO FOR DEFENDING INEC’S INDEPENDENCE

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  The Urhobo Youth Leaders’ Association (UYLA) has commended Senators Ede Dafinone and Joel-Onowakpo Thomas for their principled defence of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) during the Senate debate on the delineation of the Warri Federal Constituency. In a statement by UYLA’s National President, Olorogun (Amb.) Samuel Onoriode Oghotomo (JP), and National Secretary, Olorogun Dr. Augustine Ogheneovo Atiti, the Association described as commendable the rare display of unity and courage by the two Delta lawmakers who stood their ground on the Senate floor, rejecting a motion that sought to…

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Nigeria Senate Calls For Probe Over Continued Itakpe -Ujevwu Rail Derailment

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The Nigerian Senate has directed an immediate investigation and rehabilitation of the Ujevwu–Itakpe rail corridor following a motion by Senator Ede Dafinone (Delta Central), who raised alarm over recurring derailments, service suspensions, and growing safety concerns on the strategic national line. Speaking on the floor of the Senate on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Senator Dafinone described the frequent derailments and poor maintenance of the Ujevwu–Itakpe Train Line as a threat to passenger safety and national economic growth. He called for “an urgent investigation, full rehabilitation, and stronger safety measures to…

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The Salient Achiever Unnoticed: Senator Ede Dafinone

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BY Chief Richard Tiki Iyede, PhD   In an era when political visibility often overshadows actual delivery, Senator Ede Dafinone of Delta Central stands out as a refreshing contrast. Soft-spoken yet firm, humble yet effective, he is steadily building a legacy of service that mirrors his late father’s enduring impact. While others chase the limelight, Dafinone allows his work to speak for him. He is, indeed, the salient achiever – often unnoticed, but deeply felt. A Meek Superstar in the Senate Since his election to the Senate, Senator Dafinone has…

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Senator Dafinone Celebrates Promotion Of AIG Dankwara To Deputy Inspector-General of Police

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    By Nelson Agbajor Senator Ede Dafinone, representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District at the National Assembly, joined dignitaries and top security officials on Monday, October 28, 2025, at the official decoration ceremony of AIG Mohammed Dankwara, who was elevated to the rank of Deputy Inspector-General of Police (DIG). Our correspondent noted that the ceremony marked a significant moment in the ongoing efforts to strengthen leadership within the Nigeria Police Force. However, in his congratulatory message, Senator Dafinone commended DIG Dankwara for his remarkable professionalism, discipline,…

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2027: What Urhobo Nation Needs Is Cohesion, Not Competition, Unity, Not Fragmentation

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By Okorugbo Wilson       In the evolving political landscape of Delta State, one undeniable truth stands tall — the All Progressives Congress (APC) owes its strong presence in Delta Central to the courage, sacrifice, and foresight of its visionary leaders. From the pioneering efforts of Olorogun O’tega Emerhor, the founding father of APC in Delta State, to the unwavering commitment of other respected elders, financiers, and grassroots mobilizer across the senatorial district, the story of APC in Delta is one of resilience, unity of purpose, and shared belief…

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