Tinubu Meets Global Investors in Paris PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has intensified efforts to attract foreign investment into Nigeria’s economy, engaging top global financial institutions and investment groups during a high-level meeting in Paris, France, where he highlighted the country’s recent economic reforms and reported growth in gross domestic product measured in dollar terms. The meeting […]
A growing body of data reveals that despite increased federal allocations to primary healthcare centres across Nigeria, thousands of facilities remain understaffed, poorly equipped, and unable to provide essential services. Nigeria’s Primary Healthcare System Under Pressure Nigeria’s primary healthcare system is facing deepening challenges despite the disbursement of over ₦55.4 billion to states between 2022 […]
By UBONGABASI LINUS Akwa Ibom Government Confirms Progress on 64-Seat Passenger Ferry Officials Inspect Vessel at Naval Shipyard THE Akwa Ibom State Government has confirmed significant progress on the construction of its 64-seat passenger and cargo ferry, with delivery expected before the end of June. A state delegation led by the Delivery Adviser on the project, […]
Monarch Raises Concern Over Substance Abuse in Asaba THE Asagba of Asaba, Epiphany Azinge, has called for stronger collaboration between healthcare professionals and traditional institutions in tackling the growing menace of drug abuse and substance misuse in Asaba and beyond. The monarch made the call on Wednesday while receiving the leadership of the Association of […]
Royal Father Pays Tribute at Graveside THE Asagba of Asaba, Epiphany Azinge, on Tuesday paid a solemn visit to the graveside of his late mother in commemoration of her remembrance anniversary. The quiet ceremony, held on 6 May 2026, was marked by prayers, reflection, and moments of deep personal reverence as the monarch honoured the […]
MEDIA practitioners in Delta State have been cautioned against the rising spread of defamatory remarks, misinformation and unverified political content as activities ahead of the 2027 general elections begin to intensify. The warning was issued during the fourth anniversary and media capacity-building training organised by Hill Nigeria Media in Asaba, the Delta State capital. Commissioner […]
MEDIA professionals have been charged to deploy the power of responsible journalism to prevent conflicts and promote peace, as the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) marked the 2026 World Press Freedom Day in Asaba. Speaking on the theme “Journalism as a Tool for Conflict Prevention and Peace Building” at the DOPF Secretariat, communication scholar, Dr. […]
Illegal Structures, Street Trading Targeted as Asaba Authorities Tighten Urban Enforcement A Coordinated Cleanup Operation Across Key City Corridors THE Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA) has intensified enforcement actions across Asaba, removing illegal structures and dislodging traders operating on road setbacks in a renewed effort to restore urban order. The operation, carried out […]
Council Steps in to Defuse Tension THE Ughelli North Local Government Council has successfully intervened in a prolonged dispute between Transcorp Power Plc and the Ekrerhavwe Community in Delta State, bringing both parties to an agreement after months of disagreement. The intervention was led by Council Chairman Jaro Egbo through the Ughelli North Peace and […]
Allegations of Secret Recruitment Rejected THE Delta State Government has dismissed claims of alleged secret recruitment within its ongoing health sector employment exercise, insisting that the process remains transparent, structured, and based strictly on merit. The clarification follows protests by some residents at the Oghara Teaching Hospital, where demonstrators accused the Ministry of Health of […]