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NSCDC Arrests Four for Illegal Possession of Firearm, Gunrunning, Banditry, Job Racketeering

Four suspects who were allegedly involved in illegal possession of firearm, gunrunning, kidnapping, banditry and Job racketeering have been arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC). A statement on Thursday by the spokesman of the NSCDC, Babawale Afolabi said…

“My decision to cross over to APC was made after deep reflection, wide consultations with stakeholders, political associates, constituents -Senator Ned Nwoko

By Daniel Dafe Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North Senatorial District has said that his decision to cross over to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was made after deep reflection and wide consultations with key stakeholders, political associates and his constituents. Senator…

Senate formally announces defection of Senator Ned Nwoko from PDP to APC

The Senate has formally announced the defection of Senator Ned Nwoko (representing Delta North) from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress, following his recent resignation from the opposition party. Recall that Nwoko highlighted the current state of PDP,…

ABIGBORODO, OBOTIE, UGBEKOKO LEADERS TELLS OBOREVWORI that Sapele Okpe community leaders are untrustworthy

Community leaders in Delta State on Friday denounced the new height of untrustworthiness in parts of the Niger Delta region. They claimed that “Leaders of the Sapele Okpe Community recently embarked on a campaign of name calling and misinformation’’ They also accused…

IGP charges Nwaoboshi to Court for Alleged defamation, cyberstalking, threats to life of Senator Ned Nwoko

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has filed a three-count charge against former Senator Peter Nwaoboshi in the Federal High Court, Abuja, over allegations of defamation, cyberstalking, and threats to the life of Senator Ned Nwoko, who currently represents Delta North in…

Bashorun Askia Congratulates Governor Oborevwori for Doctoral Degree (Ph.D), Governor of the year 2024 awards 

Immediate past Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer of Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), Bashorun Askia Ogieh, has formally congratulated the state Governor His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Dr. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori, on the glorious attainment of Governor of the year…

Senator Nwoko’s defection to APC not motivated by upcoming 2027 polls -Chief of Staff refutes claim

BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Recent assertions by some members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) that Senator Nwoko’s defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was motivated by the upcoming 2027 elections have been firmly refuted by Dr. Michael Nwoko, the Senator’s Chief…

BOOK: “Echoes from the Creeks of Niger Delta: A Call to Action for Sustainable Governance” by Dr. Ebi Franklin Waboke

By Izon Daily In his thought-provoking book, “ECHOES FROM THE CREEKS OF NIGER DELTA: POLITICS OF GOVERNANCE AND DEVELOPMENT IN NIGER DELTA,” Dr. Ebi Franklin Waboke delivers a scathing critique of the Niger Delta’s underdevelopment despite its vast natural resources. The book…

Projects Execution: Oborevwori introduces Whistle-blowing in Delta

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, called for introduction of whistle-blowing to check poor projects delivery in the state. Governor Oborevwori, who made the call during an interactive meeting with Permanent Secretaries, Directors and Heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies…

NIGERIA MARITIME UNIVERSITY, OKERENKOKO: Tompolo Lauds President Tinubu

Chairman of Tantita Security Services, High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, Alias Tompolo has lauded Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing into law the Act establishing the Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Delta State. The letter to the President made available t Blank…

Ogwashi-Uku Dam Project tops list As Senator Ned Nwoko Hosts Benin-Owena Development Authority Team at His Abuja Residence

Senator Prince Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, recently hosted Mr. Femi Adekanbi, the Managing Director of the Benin-Owena River Basin Development Authority (BORBDA), alongside other members of the Authority’s leadership team, at his residence in Abuja. The meeting…

OSUOZA CONGRATULATES GOV. OBOREVWORI ON THISDAY/ARISE GOVERNOR-OF-THE-YEAR AWARD

Delta State Commissioner for Special Duties (Government House), Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza, has warmly congratulated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for winning the Governor of the Year Award, bestowed on him by the management of the THISDAY Newspaper and ARISE Television. Delta State Commissioner for…

Senator Nwoko’s prominence gained through national, international recognition -Comrade Collins Eze Onwenna,

BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Coordinator of Delta North APC Advocates, Comrade Collins Eze Onwenna, has said that Senator Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly did not become a prominent figure through political office but has gained national and international recognition prior…

Anioma State creation: Fight for liberation, development, empowerment of people of Delta North by Sen. Ned Munir Nwoko

By ABEL JOHNGOLD Renowned politician and advocate for progress, Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, has once again emphasized that his renewed push for the creation of Anioma State is a mission that transcends far beyond political ambition. For him, it is a fight…

Unified Ubulu-uno Progressive Youth Forum meets, wants economic, social, moral, political development in Ubulu-uno

The Unified Ubulu-uno Progressive Youth Forum, a notable socio-cultural group in Nigeria has held its inaugural meeting in Lagos. At the meeting which was held on Saturday, 25th January 2025, in Lagos., the youths decided to unify for the development of the…

Delta APC Chieftain, Chief Emma Ejiofor supports Senator Ned Nwoko’s potential defection to APC

BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Chief Emma Ejiofor, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta North, has expressed strong support for Senator Ned Nwoko’s potential defection to the APC, emphasizing that anyone opposed to Nwoko’s move likely has personal interests…

DGN Founder, Asuai Praises Tompolo, Pondi For Contributions To Nigeria’s Growth

A political support group in the state, Delta Grassroots Network (DGN) has praised the efforts of the Chairman of Tantita Security Services Limited, Chief Dr. Government Ekpemupolo, popularly called Tompolo, and the Managing Director of the organisation, Engr. Kestin Pondi, for their…

Senator Nwaoboshi: Sabotaging President Tinubu’s Efforts to Strengthen APC?

-By Udochukwuka OghelekaAPC founding Member Delta North As the All Progressives Congress (APC) works tirelessly to broaden its political base and restore its footing across the nation, particularly in Delta State, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi’s actions and utterances raise questions about his commitment…

Senator Nwoko’s Aide, Okolugbo describes PDP as a “lifeless carcass”

In a scathing critique of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Director of Communications to Senator Ned Nwoko, the Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, in the National Assembly (NASS), Hon. Gloria Okolugbo, has described the once-dominant political party, PDP as a…

Senator Ned Nwoko Celebrates Festus Keyamo, SAN, at 55

Renowned politician and philanthropist, Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has joined numerous well-wishers in celebrating the life and achievements of Festus Keyamo, SAN, on his 55th birthday. In a heartfelt statement made available by his media office, Senator…

Senator Ned Nwoko Bags “Most Outstanding Legislator Award” —Pledges Commitment To Good Governance

By Onomiguren Agbamu The Member Representing Delta North at National Assembly, Senator Ned Nwoko has bagged “Most Outstanding Legislator Award” in Nigeria with a promise to continue to advocate for good governance. Presenting the award to the distinguished Senator at his resident…

Beyond Media Frenzy: Call For Constructive Criticism Of Hon. Okolie

By Osita Biose The media has been awash with repetitive allegations of poor performance by member representing Aniocha/Oshimili federal constituency of Delta State in the Nigerian National Assembly, Hon. Ngozi Okolie. This persistent barrage of criticism seems like a broken record, leaving…

Oborevwori: Ensuring value for Delta’s projects -By Festus Ahon

Few appointees of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State ever anticipated that project inspections would feature on a Sunday itinerary. However, that was exactly what happened last Sunday when, after church service, the Governor embarked on an unscheduled inspection of projects within…