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Dafinone Celebrates Onomigbo-Okpoko At 95, Hails Contributions To Legal Profession

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has congratulated eminent legal luminary and revered elder statesman, High Chief T. J. Onomigbo-Okpoko, OON, SAN, on his 95th birthday, describing his life as a remarkable legacy of service, integrity and dedication to the legal profession. Dafinone, in a congratulatory message, celebrated the nonagenarian for his outstanding contributions to the administration of justice, the development of the legal profession and the preservation of traditional values. He described Onomigbo-Okpoko, a distinguished Senior Okakuro of Okpe Kingdom and former Chairman of the Body of…

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Opinion: University of Agriculture: A Milestone For Delta Central And Delta State

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    By Fegor Ogene JP.   The passage of the University of Agriculture, Orerokpe Bill at third reading in the Nigerian Senate marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of educational advancement and agricultural development in Delta State.   Sponsored by Senator Ede Dafinone, the bill represents an opportunity to expand access to higher education, promote agricultural research, empower young people and stimulate economic growth across Delta Central and the state at large.   Why is this development important?   For Delta Central, the proposed university could bring higher…

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Dafinone Mourns Uduaghan, Says Delta Has Lost a Distinguished Statesman

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…Extols Ex-Governor’s Legacy of Service, Inclusive Leadership   Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing his passing as a monumental loss to Delta State and Nigeria. Dafinone, in a condolence message issued following Uduaghan’s death on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71, said the former governor would be remembered for his contributions to the development of Delta State and his commitment to public service. The senator noted that…

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2027: Over 250 U3 Youth Leaders Endorse Tinubu, Oborevwori, Dafinone, Waive

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…As Dafinone highlights constituency projects, federal jobs, Tinubu’s reforms   Over 250 community youth leaders from Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency, Delta State, have endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Senator Ede Dafinone, and the member representing the constituency in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Francis Ejiroghene Waive, for re-election in 2027. The youth leaders, who also pledged support for other All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates, announced their endorsement on Saturday at the 2026 U3 Federal Constituency Community Youth Leaders Conference held at Wetland…

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Dafinone Hails Okodaso, Okodiya On Attainment Of SAN Rank

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has congratulated two prominent Urhobo indigenes, Jim Okodaso and Onome Okodiya, on their elevation to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). Dafinone described their admission into the Inner Bar as a significant recognition of professional excellence, intellectual accomplishment and unwavering commitment to the administration of justice. In a congratulatory message, the senator said the achievement had brought honour to the Urhobo Nation, Delta State and the Nigerian legal profession. He noted that the elevation of the two legal practitioners…

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2027: Dafinone Wins Youths, APC Leaders’ Endorsement In Ethiope West

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has secured endorsements from youths and political leaders in Idjerhe, Mosogar and Oghara kingdoms in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State ahead of the 2027 general elections. The endorsements were made on Friday during the senator’s consultation visits to the three kingdoms, where youth leaders and political stakeholders pledged to support his re-election bid and the electoral success of the All Progressives Congress (APC). The consultations formed part of Dafinone’s engagement with grassroots leaders and constituents as political activities gather…

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2027: Adode, Oshasha Lead Ughelli North Ward 3/7 APC Leaders’ Mobilisation For ‘5/5’ Victory

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    …Stakeholders move to reconcile aggrieved members, strengthen party unity   Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ughelli North Ward 3/7, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, have called for unity among party members, urging aggrieved leaders and supporters to put their differences aside and work towards the party’s victory in the 2027 general elections.   The call was made at a meeting of ward leaders and stakeholders of Ughelli North Ward 3/7 convened by  Olorogun  Godwin Adode, former chairman of Ughelli North…

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World Teachers’ Day: Teachers Hold Key to Nigeria’s Future, Dafinone Declares

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has described teachers as the architects of Nigeria’s future, urging governments at all levels to prioritise their welfare, professional development and working conditions. Dafinone, in a message to mark World Teachers’ Day, said no nation could rise above the quality of its education, stressing that teachers remained central to building responsible citizens and a prosperous society. He said teachers went beyond imparting academic knowledge, noting that they also mould character, inspire ambition and equip young people with the values, confidence and skills…

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2027: Delta Central Can’t Afford Opposition to Abuja As Oboro Backs Dafinone

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Former member of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Evelyn Oboro, has urged the people of Delta Central Senatorial District to support the re-election of Senator Ede Dafinone in the 2027 general elections, saying the district cannot afford to remain in opposition to the Federal Government. Oboro spoke on Saturday, October 3, 2026, when Dafinone, who represents Delta Central in the Senate, visited her residence as part of consultations with political leaders and stakeholders ahead of the elections. The former federal lawmaker pledged her support for Dafinone’s second-term bid and…

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Dafinone Mourns Adiotomre, Says Urhobo Has Lost Elder Statesman

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has mourned the death of Chief Mike Adiotomre, describing him as an elder statesman, astute politician and respected leader who contributed significantly to the development of his people.   Adiotomre, from Ovu-Inland in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State, died at the age of 88.   Dafinone, in a condolence message, described his death as a profound loss to the Adiotomre family, Ovu, Ethiope East, Delta Central and the Urhobo nation.   He said the deceased had a distinguished career…

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