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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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Dafinone Urges Sapele Council To Sustain Annual Marathon, Walk

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The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has urged the Sapele Local Government Council to sustain its annual marathon and endurance walk, describing regular exercise as essential to healthy living and community development.   Dafinone made the call while participating in the second edition of the Sapele Marathon and Endurance Walk, tagged “A Walk for Sheriff” and “A Walk for Bright Abeke.”   The senator led participants in the endurance walk, which commenced at the Sapele Stadium and ended at the Sapele Local Government Secretariat.   He congratulated…

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Nigeria @ 66: Sacrifices Will Yield Stronger Nation, Says Dafinone

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has urged Nigerians to remain resilient and united, expressing optimism that the sacrifices being made amid the current economic reforms would ultimately produce a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria. Dafinone, in an Independence Day message marking Nigeria’s 66th anniversary on Thursday, felicitated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR; Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori; the people of Delta Central and Nigerians across the country. He said the anniversary provided an opportunity for citizens to reflect on their shared responsibility to preserve the unity…

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Nigeria Senator Vows To Keep $100bn Gas Park In Delta Communities

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Senator Ede Dafinone has vowed to continue efforts to keep a proposed 100 billion-naira industrial gas park in Eku-Sanubi, in Nigeria’s southern Delta state, despite technical challenges delaying the project. Dafinone, who represents Delta Central in the Senate, said he would oppose relocating the project from Urhobo land until all efforts to resolve the problems at the site had been exhausted. “I have no intention of moving an Urhobo project to another part of the country,” Dafinone said in an interview with Kpoko FM. The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring…

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Dafinone: Nigeria Can’t Afford To Abandon Tinubu’s Reforms

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…Urges Okpe youths to master AI, embrace entrepreneurship     Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has called for continuity in the reform agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying Nigeria cannot afford to abandon ongoing economic and institutional reforms midway. Dafinone spoke at the 2026 World Youth Conference of the Okpe Youth Council (OYC) held at Edion Hall, Orerokpe, Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State, where he also received an Outstanding Leadership Award from the council. The conference, themed “Okpe Youths and the 21st Century Challenges,”…

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Dafinone Demands Justice Over Adeda Ekwevugbe’s Death, Urges Calm

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has called for a thorough, transparent and impartial investigation into the death of Mr Adeda Ekwevugbe, a Deputy Director in the Delta State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education. Dafinone, in a statement, described the death of the public servant as “deeply troubling,” insisting that all circumstances surrounding the incident must be fully investigated to provide answers to his family, colleagues and the public. He commiserated with the Ekwevugbe family of Ughelli Kingdom, describing the deceased as a dedicated public servant whose…

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­Dafinone Felicitates Mosogar Monarch, Uduaka I, On 4th Coronation Anniversary

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    The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Sen Ede Dafinone has congratulated the Ovie of Mosogar Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, HRM Sunday Odogu Okpurhe, Uduaka I, on the occasion of his fourth coronation anniversary.   Dafinone, in a congratulatory message, commended the monarch for what he described as his exemplary leadership, wisdom and commitment to peace, unity and development in Mosogar Kingdom.   He said that in the four years since ascending the throne, Uduaka I had demonstrated fatherly leadership and dedication to bringing the various segments of…

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