Oborevwori felicitates Ex-Gov. Uduaghan at 70

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former Governor of the state, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, as he clocks 70 years on October 22. In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, Governor Oborevwori expressed profound…

Bill to Establish National Social Security Agency proposed by Sen Nwoko scales First Reading

A bill sponsored by Senator Ned Nwoko, which seeks to establish the National Social Security Agency (NSSA) and replace the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, has passed its first reading in the Senate today, Thursday, October 17. The bill, titled “A Bill for…

Gov. Oborevwori directs immediate payment of minimum wage in Delta

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the payment of the new minimum wage to workers in the state with effect from October. Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, disclosed this, Wednesday, during a meeting of the…

Chief Emami Reveals: I turned down lot of awards, decorated ‘Prime Promoter/Protector of Itsekiri Tradition’

Famous politician and businessman, Chief Ayirimi Emami, has revealed how he turned down lot of awards for many years, because he didn’t want undeserving recognition, but had to accept honour by the Association of Community Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria, ACNPN, Delta State…

Proposed Anioma state has strong economic potential -Sen. Ned Nwoko

Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North in the National Assembly and chairman senate committee on reparations and repatriation, has continued to champion the creation of Anioma state.  On Sunday night he participated in a live session on The Nigerian Political Pulse Check…

Oborevwori’s indelible footprints in Delta

By Festus Ahon When Sheriff Oborevwori assumed office as Governor of Delta State on May 29, 2023, he assured Deltans of his commitment to advancing the state’s development, building on the achievements of his predecessors. Since then, he has worked tirelessly, with…

Creation of Anioma State: Thousands Tune In as Senator Ned Nwoko Speaks on X Space

The Distinguished Senator representing Delta North senatorial district and the chairman, senate committee on reparations and repatriation, Senator Prince Ned Munir Nwoko, has continued to champion the creation of Anioma State. Last night, he participated in a live session on The Nigerian…

Sustainable Investment in Sports Good for National Development – Senator Ned Nwoko

ABUJA, NIGERIA — Distinguished Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, the lawmaker representing Delta North senatorial district and vice chairman senate committee on Sports, has stressed the importance of sports in national development and the need for all Nigerians to engage in sports, regardless…

Infrastructure Development in Delta North: Senator Ned Nwoko Engages Minister of Niger Delta Affairs

ABUJA – Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, on Thursday, October 10, paid a visit to the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs to discuss ongoing infrastructure developments in Niger Delta, with a particular focus on his Delta North constituency….

Defence Minister praises Nigerian Army for Niger Delta operations

The Minister of Defence, His Excellency Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has commended the Nigerian Army (NA) for its significant efforts in enhancing security and promoting economic stability in the Niger Delta Region (NDR).During his maiden operational visit to the Headquarters of 6 Division,…

OPINION: Why Ndigbo Should Stand United for Anioma State

By Chukwuma Okorama The creation of Anioma State does not only present a practical and strategic solution to the numerical imbalance facing Ndigbo. Looking at the landmass of the existing states in the South-East, it becomes even clearer why Anioma is the…

Top Africa’s Stakeholders in IT Converge in Lagos to Discuss Future

Leading industry leaders, tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across Africa are to converge in Lagos to discuss the continent’s digital transformation and future trends. The event organised by CWG Plc, a leading technology solutions provider in Africa, marking the return of…

Advanced delegation of Sen. Ned Nwoko senatorial team visit 14th Asagba of Asaba, HRM Obi Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge (SAN) in colourful reverence

An advanced delegation of Senator Ned Nwoko senatorial team was at the palace of the Asagba of Asaba, HRM Obi Professor Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge ( SAN) in a colourful reverence, Sunday after his historic coronation as the 14th Asagba of Asaba. Paying…

Asagba: Its dawn of a new era for Asaba, says Ogbueshi Ogeah

 As Professor Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge was on Saturday, October 5, 2024, coronated as the 14th Asagba of Asaba, one-time Delta State Commissioner for Information, Ogbueshi Chike Ogeah, Esq, has described his ascession to the throne of his forefathers as the dawn of…

My administration won’t abandon riverine communities – Oborevwori

…inaugurates projects in Ogulagha, Okerenkoko Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday, said his administration would continue to ensure even development of all parts of the state including riverine communities. Governor Oborevwori disclosed this at the inauguration of Model Secondary School,…

Senator Ned Nwoko salutes Obi (Prof) Epiphany Azinge on his coronation as 14th Asagba of Asaba 

Distinguished Senator Prince Ned Munir Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has congratulated His Royal Majesty, Obi (Prof) Epiphany Azinge, SAN, OON on his successful coronation ceremony as the 14th Asagba of Asaba. In his message as made available by his media…

Africa, Americas Unite at Landmark Summit to Plan Shared Tourism Future

Tourism leaders from both Africa and the Americas have jointly committed to working together to make the sector a pillar of collective sustainable and inclusive development across both continents. The “Punta Cana Declaration” was adopted at the conclusion of the very first…

Sen Nwoko’s Bill for Federal University of Technology, Asaba Passes First Reading

A bill sponsored by Senator Ned Munir Nwoko (Delta North) to upgrade the Federal College of Education (Technical) Asaba to the Federal University of Technology, Asaba, passed its first reading today, Wednesday, October 2, 2024, in the Senate. The bill, titled “A…

Sen. NWOKO gets more support on state Creation, as Ezechi, others throw Weight behind Anioma state creation

* Commends Gov Oborovweri for attention to Ndokwa nation Member representing Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Rt. Hon Nnamdi Ezechi, has thrown his weight behind the creation of Anioma state out of the present Delta state. Responding to questions during…

Senator Nwoko Says 1999 constitution review is a critical task *As retreat holds in Kano

Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North in the National Assembly says he has submitted a total of six bills for consideration on the floor of the Senate. In a post he made on X after arriving in Kano for a three-day retreat…

Development Strides: How Senator Ned Nwoko Is Lifting Delta North Senatorial District

By Dr. Michael Nwoko The wind of progress is blowing through Anioma, driven by the relentless commitment of our most Distinguished Senator Prince Ned Munir Nwoko. His vision for the people has translated into tangible projects that promise to uplift and transform…

GOV. FUBARA: GOVERNING WITH A GOAL

Boniface Onyedi As leadership entails creditable dispensing of the trust reposed on the leader, Governor Siminalayi Fubara has in the past one year and three months effectively governed to promote stability, economic growth, development, and human welfare. This is clearly evident in…

Senator Nwoko vows to fulfill constitutional mandate in Delta North Senatorial District

From Albert Ograka  The Senator representing Delta North in the National Assembly, Distinguished Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, has vowed to fulfill his electoral promises in his mandate to represent his constituents in Delta North Senatorial District. It could be recalled that during…

NWOKO Backs Tangara’s candidacy as  Commonwealth Secretary-General -Says Reparative justice for Africa top priority for the Commonwealth

From Albert Ograka Nigeria’s Senate Committee Chairman on Reparation & Repatriation, Senator Ned Nwoko has thrown his weight behind the Gambian Foreign Minister, Mamadou Tangara for the position of the Commonwealth Secretary-General. Nwoko who is representing Delta North Senatorial District in the…

Senator Nwoko’s frank talk on Okpai step down and Ogwashi Uku dam: Perspectives to douse misgivings

By Enalo James When a man, in his elected position , and unarguably his constituents voice, speaks up, it’s incontrovertible, unanimous and obvious And it resonates. Clearly . No one in their elements , disputes a doyen of the Paris club refunds,…

Agitation for Anioma State in order – Dein of Agbor kingdom

By Albert Ograka  The Dein of Agbor kingdom , His Royal Majesty Benjamin lkenchukwu, Keagborekuzi 1, has thrown his support behind Senator Ned Nwoko on his quest for the creation of Anioma State. The revered first class Guinness book of records traditional…

Anioma Stakeholders Say Creation Of State Realistic * Rally Behind Senator Ned Nwoko

By Albert Ograka Stakeholders from the Delta North Senatorial District have affirmed their support for the creation of Anioma State, being championed by Senator Ned Nwoko, who represents the district at the National Assembly. A throng of revered Stakeholders, weekend, gathered at…

Lagos Wins State with Best Climate Governance Performance

Lagos Wins State with Best Climate Governance Performance

Lagos State has been ranked top among the 36 states of the country on Climate Governance Performance. Gombe States was ranked second with Ebonyi State taking the Number 3 position, both Borno State and Ekiti State jointly ranked fourth. Oyo, Kano and…

Ehiwario Tasks Ika South LG Councillors On Inclusive Representation

Ehiwario Tasks Ika South LG Councillors On Inclusive Representation

By Our Correspondent The Chairman of Ika South Local Government, Engr. Jerry Ehiwario, has inaugurated the legislative arm of the local government with a call on the councillors to ensure inclusive representation. Ehiwario, at the recent inauguration of the councillors in Agbor,…

Delta UTME highest Scorer Unveiled

Delta UTME highest Scorer Unveiled

The highest scorer in this year’s University Matriculation Examination in Delta Sate has been unveiled. He is God’s favour Ebruphiyor Ufuoma-Okoro, a 16 year old student of All Sanits Secondary School, Udu who scored an aggregate of 357 over 400. This is…

Health Insurance: Delta subsidizes 300 caesarian section monthly — DG reveals

Health Insurance: Delta subsidizes 300 caesarian section monthly — DG reveals

Director General, Delta State Contributory Health Commission, Dr. Isaac Alpoveta has said that the state government subsidizes over 300 caesarian sections monthly across its 550 facilities in the state. Akpoveta, who is also the Chief Executive Officer of the commission, disclosed this…

NNPP Governorship Candidate sympathizes with Jattu Market Rainstorm victims

NNPP Governorship Candidate sympathizes with Jattu Market Rainstorm victims

By Austen Akhagbeme The Edo State Governorship Candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, Dr Azemhe Azena, has expressed his heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the victims of the rainstorm disaster, which claimed the lives of four people while injuring others…

“Isoko South Local Govt Funds will be Judiciously used For Accountability” – Hon. Warri Ovoke 

“Isoko South Local Govt Funds will be Judiciously used For Accountability” – Hon. Warri Ovoke 

By Michael Ekokoruwe  The Executive Chairman of Isoko South local government area, Hon. Warri Ovoke Friday has promised to Judiciously use local government funds received, for the effective development of the area with subsequent accountability.  Warri made the statement at Oleh council…

WOLE SOYINKA AT 90: TRUTH AS THE POET’S HORSEMAN

WOLE SOYINKA AT 90: TRUTH AS THE POET’S HORSEMAN

By Austen Akhagbeme Prof Akinwade Oluwole Soyinka, often referred to as Wole Soyinka, one of the foremost world citizens of Nigerian descent, is 90 years old. In faraway Morocco, in the City of Rabat, the world recently gathered to celebrate this literary…

Daregha congratulates former Governor Okowa on his 65th birthday

Daregha congratulates former Governor Okowa on his 65th birthday

By Harrison Akamule Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor on political matters Hon Simeon Daregha has congratulated former Governor of Delta State, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa on his 65th birthday. Hon Simeon Daregha described Senator Ifeanyi Okowa as an embodiment of great leadership qualities. Speaking with this journalist on phone to mark the former Governor’s birthday, Hon Simon Daregha stated…

Daregha Felicitates H.R.M Pere S.P Luke, kalanama viii (JP) on birth anniversary

Daregha Felicitates H.R.M Pere S.P Luke, kalanama viii (JP) on birth anniversary

BY HARRISON AKAMULE Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor on political matters Hon. Simeon Daregha has wholeheartedly felicitated H.R.M Pere S.P Luke, kalanama the viii (JP), the Pere of Akugbene-Meiji Kingdom in Bomadi L.G.A Delta on his attainment of 58years of age. In his word, “sometimes in life words are inadequate to express the…

Wole Soyinka: 90 Years of Hemorrhaging Hope

Wole Soyinka: 90 Years of Hemorrhaging Hope

By Azua Alonu, One of the greatest things that happened to me in my Secondary school was when my English teacher, a fresh graduate from the University of Nigeria, Nssuka introduced me to the work and world of Soyinka through his book:…

MORE Agenda, Oborevwori and distractions by charlatans, humbugs

MORE Agenda, Oborevwori and distractions by charlatans, humbugs

By Josiah Agoro The attention of this writer was recently drawn to a very hilarious article titled: GOV. SHERIFF OBOREWORI’S MANY LAPSES: DELTA YOUTHS AND THE WOMEN GROUPS WILL NOT WORK FOR HIM IN 2027 and the many attempts by its author,…

Onitsha country club unveils state of the art indoor sports facility

Onitsha country club unveils state of the art indoor sports facility

BY SUNNY A. DAVID In a significant development for sports enthusiasts in Anambra State, the Onitsha Country Club in Fegge, Onitsha South Council area, has commissioned a brand-new indoor sports hall building. Equipped with cutting-edge sporting facilities, this state-of-the-art complex is poised…

DELSU to partner with Stepat Farms to boost food supply in Nigeria -VC Reveals

DELSU to partner with Stepat Farms to boost food supply in Nigeria -VC Reveals

The Vice Chancellor of Delta State University, Abraka, Prof. Andy Ogochukwu Egwunyenga, has announced that the university will partner with Stepat Farms to strengthen its community service and boost food supply in Nigeria. The Vice Chancellor stated this on Tuesday during the public unveiling of…