By PAULINA NZERUBE Delta Approves ₦1.729 Trillion Spending Plan for 2026 GOVERNOR Sheriff Oborevwori has formally approved Delta State’s ₦1.729 trillion 2026 budget following the signing of the Appropriation Bill into law on Tuesday. The spending plan, branded the “Budget of Accelerating the MORE Agenda,” outlines the government’s development priorities for the next year. Alongside […]
When Onitsha Said No IN 1991, a proposal linked to Nigeria’s military administration under General Ibrahim Babangida triggered one of the most decisive civic resistances in South-East history. The plan sought to excise Onitsha from Anambra State and merge it with Delta North to form an Anioma State. For the Igbo of Onitsha and surrounding […]
By TAYO TAIWO (T. T.) OLUWOLE NIGERIA’S senior men’s cricket team, the Yellow Greens, clinched the second edition of the West Africa Trophy after a convincing 40-run victory over Rwanda at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. Winning the toss and choosing to bat, the hosts posted a competitive 157 for five in their […]
By ANITA KNIGHT HAVEL Corporate Concept Ltd. has launched Artificial Intelligence (AI) Clubs in Nigerian schools, a move aimed at equipping students with early knowledge of responsible and ethical use of emerging technologies. The initiative was unveiled by the firm’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ahmed Badanga, at the AI and Blockchain Conference and Training held […]
By DAVID JOHN-FLUKE Celebrating the Legacy of JP Clark: A Pillar of Nigerian Literature THE Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) marked the 92nd posthumous birthday of renowned poet, dramatist, and scholar JP Clark, hailing him as one of Africa’s most influential literary figures. In a statement signed by ANA Public Relations Officer South, Richard Inya, […]
A lawyer and entrepreneur, Kennedy Kanma, has called on Nigerians, particularly residents of Delta North Senatorial District, to embrace hope, unity and renewed commitment to credible leadership as the nation celebrates Christmas. Kanma made the call in a Christmas goodwill message in which he described the season as a sacred period for reflection, gratitude and […]
“Hope is not a passive wish, but an active commitment to renewal and change.”—Kennedy Kanma AS we celebrate the joy of Christmas, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the people of Delta North Senatorial District and Nigerians everywhere. For Christians, Christmas is a sacred season that reminds us of the enduring values […]
By AUGUSTUS ISICHEI THE African Development Bank has approved a €270 million ($316 million) loan to help Morocco modernise its airports as part of preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The funding will support the expansion of passenger terminals and the upgrade of critical aviation equipment at airports in Marrakech, Agadir, Tangier and Fez. […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE Capital Spending Takes Centre Stage THE Delta State legislature has approved a ₦1.729 trillion budget for the 2026 fiscal year, signalling a strong emphasis on capital development. The appropriation bill was passed on Monday at plenary through a voice vote under the leadership of Speaker Dennis Guwor. According to the report presented […]
By FIDELUS ZWANSON THE Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has announced the recovery of ₦37.44 billion and $2.353 million in 2025 through asset seizures and forfeitures. The disclosure was made by the Commission’s Chairman, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, SAN, during the ICPC End-of-Year Engagement and Annual Merit Awards held in Abuja. […]