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80.2 Bn: EFCC Arraigns Ex Kogi State Gov Yahaya Bello

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ECOWAS Court to Train Sierra Leone Lawyers, Law Students

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Military to Partner Ministry of Environment to Preserve Nigeria’s Forest, Wildlife

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Inflation: Oborevwori, a prudent resource manager— Commissioner

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Students Of Oko Poly Protest Imposition Of N5000 Examination Fees

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Leading Intellectuals, Policymakers, Technocrats to Gather in Abuja for Reawakening African Renaissance

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At Last Delta APC Congress Elects Sate Executive ** Ogodo Defeats Obe, Erue Kicks

May 22, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Olorogun O’tega Emerhor faction of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Monday, May 21, 2018, elected Chief Cyril Ogodo as the State Chairman of the Party in Delta State. Recall that Ogboru/Omo-Agege faction which includes Mrs Mariam Ali, Chief Frank Kokori and…

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Ned Nwoko’s Monarch Throws Weight Behind Nwaoboshi

Ned Nwoko’s Monarch Throws Weight Behind Nwaoboshi

May 22, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Obi of Idumuje-Ugboko in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, Justin Chukwunonso Nwoko IV, has enjoined the Senator representing Delta North in the Senate and Chairman, Senate committee on Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, to remain…

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Governor, Journalists Escape Death As Newly Commissioned Bridge Collapse

Governor, Journalists Escape Death As Newly Commissioned Bridge Collapse

May 20, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

**Two injured journalists taken to hospital Government officials, journalists and elated residents of Ogembo (a small farming town in Kenya), were shocked as the Governor of Machakos County, Alfred Mutua; and others plunged into the river while taking a tour of a…

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“Search Police Before They Search You” –IGP Idris Tells Nigerians

“Search Police Before They Search You” –IGP Idris Tells Nigerians

May 20, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Ibrahim Idris, has stated that police officers must first surrender themselves to be searched before they search Nigerians, revealing that this is the “procedure.” Idris said this yesterday during an interactive session with Nigerians on Twitter, through…

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FG Clampdown On Codeine: Pharmacists Council Recalling Cough Syrups

FG Clampdown On Codeine: Pharmacists Council Recalling Cough Syrups

May 20, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN) says it has started recalling cough syrup containing Codeine from its stakeholders in compliance with Federal Government’s directive. The Registrar of PCN, Mr Elijah Mohammed, revealed this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria…

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BREAKING: Chelsea Beats Man United To Clinch FA Cup

BREAKING: Chelsea Beats Man United To Clinch FA Cup

May 20, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Chelsea defeated Manchester United by 1-0 at Wembley in the FA Cup final after the referee, Michael Oliver gave a penalty to Chelsea in the first half of play. This was despite United control of the game until the 22nd minute when…

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Ekiti PDP Guber Primaries: PDP Delta Mandate Group Commends Okowa

Ekiti PDP Guber Primaries: PDP Delta Mandate Group Commends Okowa

May 19, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Members of Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) Delta Mandate Group have said that the successful conduct of the Ekiti State PDP primaries by the state Governor, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, is a manifestation of the political sagacity and experience of the Governor. In…

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Strike: Health Workers Re-Strategize, Mobilize Mass Rally For Health Minister’s Sack

Strike: Health Workers Re-Strategize, Mobilize Mass Rally For Health Minister’s Sack

May 19, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Despite the Abuja National Industrial Court order directing the Joint Health Workers Union (JOHESU) to end its ongoing strike action, the Tertiary Health Institutions National Consultative Forum (THINCF), has threatened to restrategise and collectively mobilise in support of other members of JOHESU…

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DELTA FIRE SERVICE COMMAND GETS N10 MILLION INSURANCE COVER

DELTA FIRE SERVICE COMMAND GETS N10 MILLION INSURANCE COVER

May 19, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Delta State Government has approved an insurance cover of N10 million yearly for personnel of the State Fire Service Command in the event of death, temporal and or permanent disabilities that may occur in the cause of duty. The State Commissioner,…

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GROUP COMMENDS FG OVER SMOOTH TAKE-OFF OF MARITIME UNIVERSITY, OKERENKOKO **WANTS BUHARI TO CONSTRUCT ROAD FROM WARRI TO UNIVERSITY, PERMANENT SITE

GROUP COMMENDS FG OVER SMOOTH TAKE-OFF OF MARITIME UNIVERSITY, OKERENKOKO **WANTS BUHARI TO CONSTRUCT ROAD FROM WARRI TO UNIVERSITY, PERMANENT SITE

May 19, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

THE Niger Delta Indigenous Movement For Radical Change has hailed the Federal Government for the smooth take off of the Nigerian Maritime University, Okerenkoko Gbaramatu kingdom, Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State. The group has been at the forefront,…

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Plane Crash: 107 Persons Confirmed Dead

Plane Crash: 107 Persons Confirmed Dead

May 19, 2018May 19, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Only three persons survived when a Cuban plane with 110 passengers and crew on board crashed shortly after taking off from Havana on Friday, officials confirmed. Cuban state media reported that three women had been pulled alive from the mangled wreckage and…

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WE ARE SOLIDLY BEHIND OJOUGBOH…….Engr. Isioma Obiazi

WE ARE SOLIDLY BEHIND OJOUGBOH…….Engr. Isioma Obiazi

May 19, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

In a bid to ensure the emergence of Dr Cairo Ojougboh as the next Delta State governor come 2019, a formidable pressure group known as ward four political forum has called on Deltans to support, mobilise and create awareness that would actualise…

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Empowerment: Gov. Okowa Inducts 745 Youths For STEP/YAGEP **Seeks Public/Private Partnership

Empowerment: Gov. Okowa Inducts 745 Youths For STEP/YAGEP **Seeks Public/Private Partnership

May 18, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State Governor, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa has inducted 745 beneficiaries of the 3rd Programme Cycle 2017/2018 of the Skills Training & Entrepreneurship Programme [STEP] and the Youth Agricultural Entrepreneurship Programme [YAGEP] with a charge to them to be role models for…

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Cultism Is Generational Problem -Delta Attorney-General **Says Deltans Aged 16-25 Go To Prisons Daily

Cultism Is Generational Problem -Delta Attorney-General **Says Deltans Aged 16-25 Go To Prisons Daily

May 18, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General of Delta State, Barr. Peter Mrakpor has revealed that investigations proved that most cultists come from families where parents are cultists. Mrakpor, who made this revelation while briefing journalists recently during the 2018 Ministerial Press Briefing…

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Crime Fighting: Isoko South legislative Arm Commends Delta Police

Crime Fighting: Isoko South legislative Arm Commends Delta Police

May 18, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

-By Michael EKOKORUWE: The Legislative Arm of Isoko South local government area has, passed a vote of confidence on the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) Oleh, CSP Isah Hassan during the legislative session, held at the council secretariat Oleh, Isoko South local government…

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Breaking: Minimum Wage, Subsidy Not Captured In 2018 Budget –Senate Reveals

Breaking: Minimum Wage, Subsidy Not Captured In 2018 Budget –Senate Reveals

May 17, 2018May 17, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Chairman, Senate Committee on Appropriation, Sen. Danjuma Goje, has said that no provision was made in the 2018 Budget for any increase in minimum wage during the year. Goje made this known while briefing newsmen on Wednesday in Abuja shortly after…

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2018 Couples Forum: Dame Okowa Urges Couples To Heed God’s Counsel In Strengthening Marriages

2018 Couples Forum: Dame Okowa Urges Couples To Heed God’s Counsel In Strengthening Marriages

May 17, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

-By Albert OGRAKA: Wife of Delta state governor and founder of 05-Initiative, Dame (Mrs.) Edith Okowa has harped on the urgent need for couples to allow God’s blessings manifest in their marriages by strengthening their bond of love for each other. Dame…

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Okowa Is A Good Product, Easy To Sell –Bashorun Askia **Says 2nd Term Will Consolidate Development Gains In Delta

Okowa Is A Good Product, Easy To Sell –Bashorun Askia **Says 2nd Term Will Consolidate Development Gains In Delta

May 15, 2018May 15, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

-By Albert OGRAKA: A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Executive Director (Finance and Administration) at the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Bashorun (Hon.) Askia Ogieh JP, has said that the political rallies organized by Delta Political…

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FREEDOM FROM CAB HIRE, KEKE & OKADA SHUTTLE: N.3 BN CAR LOAN FOR LAWYERS IN DELTA STATE

FREEDOM FROM CAB HIRE, KEKE & OKADA SHUTTLE: N.3 BN CAR LOAN FOR LAWYERS IN DELTA STATE

May 13, 2018May 14, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State Government says in other to enhance the personal security and transportation needs of Legal Officers in the state, a budgetary provision of N30 million has been captured in the 2018 budget as car loan to lawyers in the Ministry of…

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Breaking: Governorship Candidate Dies Of Cardiac Arrest

Breaking: Governorship Candidate Dies Of Cardiac Arrest

May 11, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

One of seven major Democratic contenders in Maryland’s gubernatorial race, Baltimore County Executive Kevin Kamenetz, died early Thursday morning after suffering from cardiac arrest, authorities said. Kevin Kamenetz, 60, a two-term Baltimore County executive, husband and father of two sons, was at…

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Delta 2019 POLLS: Okowa Assures Aspirants Of Free And Fair Primaries

Delta 2019 POLLS: Okowa Assures Aspirants Of Free And Fair Primaries

May 11, 2018May 11, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

GOVERNOR Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State has assured aspirants for different political positions on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that the primary elections that will produce candidates for the 2019 general elections will be free and fair in the…

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FMC Asaba Human Abattoir: NYSC, Lab Trainees Run Hospital Services Using sheet of papers for patients in place of hospital cards.

FMC Asaba Human Abattoir: NYSC, Lab Trainees Run Hospital Services Using sheet of papers for patients in place of hospital cards.

May 10, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

**JOHESU Raises Alarm As Strike Suffers Setback **Interns Work Under Supervision -Medical Director As the strike embarked upon by members of the Joint Health Sector Union (JOHESU) in Federal Government hospitals enters a critical stage following the show of solidarity by members…

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Davido Joins Private Jet Owners

Davido Joins Private Jet Owners

May 9, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Nigerian popular music maestro artiste David Adeleke aka Davido, has bought a private jet. This comes barely hours of him signing an endorsement deal with infinix as a brand ambassador. He revealed breakthrough on his official Instagram page on Wednesday, adding that…

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PDP Hails Gov. Okowa For Successful Ekiti Primary Poll

May 9, 2018May 9, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Delta State chapter has commended the Chairman of the Organising Committee of the Ekiti State PDP Primary for July 2018, governorship election, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa for conducting a hitch-free party primary election. A press statement signed by…

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Breaking: APC Sacks Dododo For Announcing Fake Ward Congress Result In Delta

Breaking: APC Sacks Dododo For Announcing Fake Ward Congress Result In Delta

May 9, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

*Chindah To Conduct LG Congress Saturday The national leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has replaced the chairman of the ward and local government congress committee, Alhaji Sani Dododo for unilaterally announcing ward congress result. Dododo announced the results of…

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Delta APC Ward Congress Results Released **Alhaji Sani Dododo Urges Aggrieved Members To Go To Court

May 9, 2018May 9, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

–Omo-Agege, O’tega Reacts The results of the ward congress of the All Progressives Congress, APC Delta have been announced by the Chairman of the Ward and Local Government Congress Committee, Alhaji Sani Dododo. Announcing the results of the 270 wards of the 25…

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NWOKO’S STARS UNIVERSITY: EVERYTHING IS NOT POLITICS

NWOKO’S STARS UNIVERSITY: EVERYTHING IS NOT POLITICS

May 9, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

–By Norbert Chiazor: There is something about the university. It is not just a school. It is prestige. Home of honorary self worth .Exact definition of development for both human and his habitat. University . “TO RESTORE THE DIGNITY OF MAN”…

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Delta Govt Flags Off $120,000 World Bank, SEEFOR Digital Integrated Learning Platform For Technical, Vocational Institutions

Delta Govt Flags Off $120,000 World Bank, SEEFOR Digital Integrated Learning Platform For Technical, Vocational Institutions

May 8, 2018May 8, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

By Albert OGRAKA: Delta state has become the first state in Nigeria to implement and deploy the digital integrated learning solution for six trades in the state owned technical colleges and vocational education centres. The $120,000 World Bank assisted SEEFOR project with…

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A Must Read: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly Sides Of APC Ward Congresses In Delta

A Must Read: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly Sides Of APC Ward Congresses In Delta

May 6, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

***PDP Accused Of Influencing APC National Officials The All Progressive Congress (APC) ward congress held on Saturday, May 6, 2018 in Delta state but amidst confrontations, mudslinging and blame on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for infringing on the activities of the…

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APC Congress: Ijaw APC Leaders Debunk Claims That Emerhor Is Compiling List

May 4, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Leaders of the All Progressive Congress, APC in Ijaw land, Delta State has debunked claims by some aspirant in the Ward congress billed to hold on May 5th, that the leader of party in Delta, Olorogun O’tega Emerhor is compiling names of…

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Hon Ossai Ossai Replies Registered Political Party Chairmen, Says He Is Best For The Job

Hon Ossai Ossai Replies Registered Political Party Chairmen, Says He Is Best For The Job

May 4, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

ABUJA/Nigeria: The member representing the Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Rt. Hon Ossai N. Ossai has reacted to the recent call by the members of Registered Political Parties Chairmen, for him to forget third term bid, calling it a hoggish…

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Delta APC Guber Hopeful, Cairo Ojougboh Wages War Against Electoral Corruption **Plans To Dismantle PDP’s Rigging Machinery, Strategies

Delta APC Guber Hopeful, Cairo Ojougboh Wages War Against Electoral Corruption **Plans To Dismantle PDP’s Rigging Machinery, Strategies

May 3, 2018May 3, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

“We have a very good chance of winning in 2019 and the best way to win is to make sure we stop corruption. The worst corruption is that of the electoral process.” –Dr. Cairo Ojougboh. By Albert OGRAKA (Editor): Frontline governorship candidate…

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Ossai attacks Davido over N45million Porsche for girlfriend

Ossai attacks Davido over N45million Porsche for girlfriend

May 2, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Aide to Delta state governor, Ossai Ovie Success, has condemned Nigerian singer, Davido’s N45million porshe for his girlfriend, Chioma, who has just turned 23. Ossai who happens to be Nigeria’s youngest political appointee, who took to his instagram and facebook account: “Davido…

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Delta Govt Approves Re-award Of Contracts In DELSU Campuses

Delta Govt Approves Re-award Of Contracts In DELSU Campuses

May 2, 2018May 2, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

As part of the drive of the Delta State Government to give Deltans quality education, the State Executive Council has approved the re-award of contracts for the construction of infrastructure in two campuses of Delta State University. The campuses are those located…

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2019: House of Assembly Hopeful, Sheriff Mulade Solicits Supports Of Itsekiris

2019: House of Assembly Hopeful, Sheriff Mulade Solicits Supports Of Itsekiris

May 1, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

Delta State House of Assembly hopeful and environmentalist, Comrade Sheriff Mulade has solicited the support of the Itsekiri people in Warri South West constituency in continuation of his consultation visits to various leaders in the constituency. Comrade Mulade, together with his entourage,…

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CEPEJ CONDEMNS KILLINGS IN BENUE ***APPEALS TO INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY TO WADE INTO KILLINGS

CEPEJ CONDEMNS KILLINGS IN BENUE ***APPEALS TO INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY TO WADE INTO KILLINGS

May 1, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Centre for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), has condemned in strong terms the endless killings of Nigerians and destruction of houses in Benue State by suspected herdsmen. The National Coordinator of CEPEJ, Comrade Sheriff Mulade, while speaking to newsmen in Warri,…

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Water, Water Everywhere But None To Drink: WE WILL NOT FORCE DELTANS TO KEY INTO OUR WATER SCHEMES- TILIJE

Water, Water Everywhere But None To Drink: WE WILL NOT FORCE DELTANS TO KEY INTO OUR WATER SCHEMES- TILIJE

May 1, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The Delta State Government said it will not compel residents to key into the various water programmes and policies. The State Commissioner for Water Resources Development, Sir Fidelis Tilije, disclosed this Thursday while addressing journalists at the ongoing ministerial press briefing on…

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Anxiety Lurks In The Dark, As Gov. Okowa Appoints Nine New Permanent Secretaries

Anxiety Lurks In The Dark, As Gov. Okowa Appoints Nine New Permanent Secretaries

May 1, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

*Some Fear Retirement May Mar Their Rise To High Echelon In Civil Service The Governor of Delta State, Senator Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, has approved the appointment of Nine New Permanent Secretaries for the Delta State Civil Service and Hospitals Management Board. The…

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Catch Them Young: Delta State Headmaster’s Cup Maiden Edition Kicks-Off In Asaba

Catch Them Young: Delta State Headmaster’s Cup Maiden Edition Kicks-Off In Asaba

April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

The maiden edition of the Delta State Headmasters Cup Football Competition, kicked off today with Asagba Primary School Asaba overcoming hard fighting Uzoigwe Primary School Asaba 4 -2 in a penalty shoot-out after the game ended in a 1 – 1 draw….

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25,000 Medicated Eye Glasses For Grabs In Delta LGAs: Dame Okowa Insists 05 Initiative Free Grassroots Medical Outreach Is For All Deltans

25,000 Medicated Eye Glasses For Grabs In Delta LGAs: Dame Okowa Insists 05 Initiative Free Grassroots Medical Outreach Is For All Deltans

April 29, 2018 by Blank NEWS Online

-By Albert OGRAKA: Wife of Delta state governor, Dame (Mrs.) Edith Okowa has reiterated the commitment of the 05-Initiative and Restore Sight Africa to ensure that the ongoing Grassroots Medical Outreach gets to the 25 local government areas of the state. Twenty…

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