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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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Blame Game: Urhobo’s Progress Demands Facts, Not Political Mischief

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By Wilson Okorugbo   First, let us sincerely acknowledge Mr. Zik Gbemre’s passion and concern for the development of Delta Central Senatorial District. His consistent advocacy for better infrastructure and governance reflects the voice of an engaged citizen who desires progress for the Urhobo nation. However, while criticism is a vital part of democracy, it must be fair, factual, and balanced — not driven by half-truths or political mischief.   It is therefore important to state clearly that Senator Ede Dafinone’s mandate as a legislator is distinct from that of…

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Ede Dafinone: Changing the Narrative, Putting Urhobo’s Next Generation First

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By Wilson Okorugbo     “In politics, promises are shadows, but actions are the footprints that remain.” For Senator Ede Dafinone, leadership is not a matter of lofty declarations or recycled campaign pledges. It is about building tangible foundations that outlive rhetoric and directly shape the future of his people. His recent interventions in education — particularly in information and communication technology (ICT) — embody this philosophy. Across Delta Central, Senator Dafinone has initiated projects that are transforming schools into centres of innovation and empowerment. The construction and equipping of…

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Don’t Fall For ‘Okpe–Okpe’ Myth: Urhobo Unity Demands Dafinone’s Return To Senate

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By Wilson Okorugbo,   The clamour from a section of the political class for a new senator in 2027 from Delta Central Senatorial District, fueled by the “Okpe–Okpe” narrative, is shortsighted and misinformed. This argument suggests that because the current senator and the governor are both from the Okpe Kingdom, they are no longer Urhobo or could be excluded from what is exclusively for Urhobo, a factually incorrect claim. Those pushing this narrative want another region of Urhobo to now take the senatorial seat. This is not only a distortion…

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UPM Lauds President Tinubu For Honoring Ibru, Kokori

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A Social political pressure group, Urhobo Progressive Movement, UPM, had lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for honoring two prominent Urhobo sons, late Dr Alex Ibru and Chief Frank Kokori for their enormous contributions to the growth of a better Nigeria.     The group in a statement by its Coordinator, Comr. Wilson Okorugbo described the honour of GCON on late Dr. Alex Ibru and CON on Chief Frank Kokori as well deserving owning to their commitment and contributions to the democracy Nigerians are currently enjoying.   According to Okorugbo, “I…

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