By DESTINY YOUNG A State at a Political Crossroads AS Akwa Ibom State gradually approaches the 2027 governorship election, a central question is beginning to shape political conversations: should the current administration be given more time to consolidate its vision? For supporters of Governor Umo Eno, the debate is less about personalities and more about policy […]
Tenants Raise Alarm Over Alleged Harassment TENANTS of Robinson Shopping Plaza in Warri have called on government authorities and law enforcement agencies to intervene in what they describe as ongoing harassment by members of the family of late Kenneth Gbagi. The shop owners alleged that the situation escalated following the death of the plaza’s owner, […]
Governor Felicitates Deputy on Milestone DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated his deputy, Monday Onyeme, on his 61st birthday, describing him as a loyal partner and a key contributor to the administration’s achievements. The governor’s message was conveyed in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, on Monday. Praise for Loyalty […]
By IJEOMA NJOKU Politics of Contradiction IN Nigeria’s ever-evolving political landscape, few developments illustrate the fluidity of alliances better than the apparent transition of Reno Omokri from vocal critic to government appointee under Bola Ahmed Tinubu. During the last election cycle, Omokri’s criticisms were not merely routine political opposition—they were forceful, international, and deeply personal. His […]
A Democratic Space Under Pressure AT the centre of Nigeria’s legislative complex lies the arcade of the National Assembly Complex—a space designed to embody national unity but now defined by contestation. Increasingly, it has become the focal point of a deeper democratic dilemma: how to balance citizens’ right to protest with the state’s obligation to […]
Delta Governor Celebrates Tinubu’s Leadership DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 74th birthday, commending his leadership and the impact of his economic reforms on Nigeria’s fiscal landscape. The message was conveyed in a statement issued by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, on behalf of the government […]
By UBONGABASI LINUS A 17-Year Journey Toward Aviation Relevance SEVENTEEN years after its inaugural flight, the Victor Attah International Airport has evolved from a modest regional facility into one of Nigeria’s most ambitious aviation projects. Once viewed with scepticism, the airport is now emerging as a strategic asset positioned to reshape air travel and economic activity […]
Support Group Intensifies Campaign for Okowa’s Return A political advocacy group, the Hilary Support Group, has stepped up calls for former Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, to contest for a Senate seat in the 2027 general elections, citing his experience and track record in public service. The appeal was made in Abuja during a dinner […]
Delta Government Moves to Shield Governance from Political Distractions THE Delta State Government has assured residents that governance will remain uninterrupted despite the build-up to the 2027 general elections, with measures already in place to prevent political activities from affecting service delivery. Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, gave the assurance […]
A Signature That Changed Everything ON 29 April 1998, in the final days of military rule, a man sat behind a heavy desk in Abuja and signed a document that would echo across decades. That man was Dan Etete, then Nigeria’s Minister of Petroleum Resources. With a single stroke of the pen, Etete allocated the […]