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Dafinone Congratulates Esiovwa-Thompson on Historic Commonwealth Fencing Gold

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  Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has congratulated 16-year-old Nigerian fencer, Oghenegaren Esiovwa-Thompson, on his historic gold medal victory at the Commonwealth Fencing Championships in Lagos. Dafinone, in a congratulatory message issued on behalf of the people of Delta Central and the Urhobo Nation, described the achievement as a landmark moment for Nigerian sports and a source of immense pride for Delta State. Esiovwa-Thompson made history by winning Nigeria’s first-ever gold medal in the Men’s Under-23 Epee event at the Commonwealth Fencing Championships. The young fencer produced…

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Onyokoko Cautions Ominimini, Others Against Politicising Ethiope State Creation

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    The National Secretary of the Ethiope State Creation Committee, Engr. (Chief) Anthony Ochuko Onyokoko, has warned Urhobo political gladiators against hijacking the agitation for the creation of Ethiope State to settle political scores or attack Senator Ede Dafinone, saying such conduct could jeopardise the collective aspiration of the Urhobo Nation. Onyokoko, who is the Patron of Grassroots Marshall for Good Governance, and National Secretary of the Ethiope State Creation Committee, stated this on Saturday at Isokolo, Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State while addressing a press…

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Dafinone Salutes Oyovbaire at Birthday, Says Nigeria Still Needs His Wisdom, Statesmanship

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By Efe Joseph   Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has paid glowing tribute to elder statesman, renowned political scientist and former Minister of Information, , on the occasion of his birthday, saying Nigeria still needs his wealth of experience, patriotic counsel and unwavering commitment to democratic governance.   In a goodwill message, Dafinone described Prof. Oyovbaire as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished intellectuals and public servants whose lifetime of scholarship, principled leadership and public service has significantly shaped the country’s democratic evolution and political development.   The…

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Dafinone Celebrates Ibori At 68, Lauds Ex-Governor’s Lasting Legacy

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By Efe Joseph   Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, has congratulated former Delta State Governor, Chief James Onanefe Ibori, on the occasion of his 68th birthday, describing him as an exceptional leader whose vision and commitment to public service have continued to shape the fortunes of Delta State and the Niger Delta. In a statement issued to commemorate the former governor’s birthday, Dafinone said Ibori’s administration laid a solid foundation for the growth and development of Delta State through strategic investments in infrastructure,…

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Ahead of 2027: Omo-Agege’s Political Structure Crumbles, Key Supporters Dump Him

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By Ufuoma Egbe   With less than a year to the 2027 general election, political alignments in Delta Central Senatorial District are beginning to reveal that what could have been one of the most fiercely contested senatorial races in recent history, is now starting to fizzle out to a mere walkover for Senator Ede Dafinone. While elections are ultimately decided at the ballot box, recent developments suggest that the political structure of former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, is facing significant challenges. The former APC governorship candidate, now seeking…

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Dafinone Hails INEC As Restored Delta Constituencies Return To 2027 Ballot

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Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has welcomed the Independent National Electoral Commission’s, INEC, confirmation that elections will be conducted in the restored Abraka (Ethiope East II), Ughelli South II and Isoko North II State Constituencies during the 2027 General Elections.   Dafinone, in a statement issued on Friday following INEC’s stakeholders’ engagement in Asaba, described the development as a landmark victory for democracy, justice and fair representation.   The stakeholders’ meeting was convened in the wake of the Federal High Court judgments restoring the three state constituencies,…

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Dafinone Receives GOMEP-NG Award, Backs Media Professionalism, Partnersh

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The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) has conferred an Award of Excellence on the senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, while seeking a strategic partnership with his office to promote ethical journalism, media professionalism and broader visibility for legislative activities.   The award was presented during a courtesy visit by the Guild’s National Executive Council, led by its National President, Akpovoke Otiti, to Dafinone’s office at the National Assembly.   According to the Guild, the visit was aimed at introducing its leadership, exploring…

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Chasing Shadows While Ignoring The Sunrise: A Rejoinder To The Watery Narratives Of Basil Okoh and Ejiro Awhotu

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By Fegor Ogene JP. There is an old saying that when a drowning person finds a floating leaf, they mistake it for a rescue boat. That aptly captures the twin narratives advanced by Basil Okoh and Ejiro Awhotu. They have taken a fleeting moment, magnified it beyond recognition, and attempted to market it as the political obituary of Senator Ede Dafinone. Unfortunately for them, echoes are not earthquakes, noise is not the voice of the people, and political theatre is not a substitute for political reality. Their articles are like…

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Dafinone Congratulates Orodje of Okpe on 20th Coronation Anniversary

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    Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, , on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of his coronation.   In a congratulatory message issued on Wednesday, Dafinone described the monarch’s two decades on the throne as a period of purposeful, peaceful and visionary leadership that has brought unity, stability and remarkable progress to Okpe Kingdom.   Speaking on behalf of the Dafinone family, the people of Delta Central Senatorial District and the Urhobo nation, the senator said the anniversary was…

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NBA Polls: Dafinone Hails Okoro, Okpomor’s Election, Says Victory Reflects Urhobo Excellence

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  Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has congratulated two prominent Urhobo legal practitioners, Chief Oghenero Okoro and Mrs. Gladys Aghogho Okpomor, on their election into key national offices of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). In a congratulatory message, Dafinone described Okoro’s emergence as First Vice President of the NBA and Okpomor’s election as Assistant General Secretary as a proud achievement for the Urhobo Nation, Delta State and Nigeria, saying their victories were well deserved. He said the elections reflected the duo’s years of distinguished legal practice, exemplary…

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