Governor Bags Top Honours in Lagos DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, emerged as one of the biggest winners at the Silver Jubilee Awards of Independent Newspapers, held at Eko Hotels and Suites in Lagos. The governor clinched two major awards—Outstanding Independent Governor and Best Independent Governor in Urban Renewal for 2025—under the event’s theme, “Game […]
Governor Pays Tribute to Centenarian DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has paid glowing tribute to Mrs. Esther Ahon as she marked her 100th birthday, describing her as a symbol of discipline, kindness, and exemplary motherhood. The governor, represented by Ughelli North Council Chairman, Jaro Egbo, spoke during a thanksgiving service held at Bishop Agori-Iwe Memorial […]
Commissioner Rebuts Allegations of Neglect THE Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Reuben Izeze, has dismissed claims that the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has failed to execute meaningful projects in Ndokwa and Ukwuani areas. The rebuttal follows a viral video by an aide to former Deputy Senate President Ovie Omo-Agege, which […]
Monarch Immortalises Community Icon HIS Royal Majesty, Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, has immortalised the late Odogwu Ahaba, Obi Peter Nwanze Oduah, by naming a newly commissioned drug rehabilitation centre in his honour. The announcement was made during the official unveiling of the facility in Asaba, a project driven by the community to address growing concerns over […]
By FEJIRO OLIVER Opening Salvo: Challenging a Governor’s Claim I just watched Governor Sheriff Oborevwori speak in Lagos, where he claimed, “I won a Deputy Senate President who had all the money, federal might and structure.” And honestly, it raises a simple question: who is advising him? Because that statement, as bold as it sounds, doesn’t […]
A Formal Race, but a Narrowing Field NIGERIA’S journey toward the 2027 general elections has moved from informal consultations into a structured but highly competitive phase, marked by the sale and submission of nomination forms across major political parties. While the process appears procedural, concerns are growing that the high cost of nomination forms is […]
A Study in Contrasts: South-South States on Different Fiscal Paths TWO South-South Nigerian states—Cross River and Akwa Ibom—have released contrasting early 2026 fiscal reports that highlight sharply different approaches to governance, priorities, and capital spending. While Cross River State is drawing attention for allocating zero capital releases to key social sectors, Akwa Ibom State is […]
Church Confirms Pressure, Stands Its Ground THE General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, has confirmed that the church is facing pressure to remove Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, from her pastoral position. Speaking during the church’s monthly Holy Ghost Service, Adeboye stated clearly that the church would […]
Community-Led Push for Development THE Ijaw Political Grassroot Development Movement has been launched as a socio-political platform aimed at addressing perceived developmental neglect in Ijaw communities in Delta State. The group says it will serve as a structured voice for advocacy and engagement with government at all levels. Concerns Over Uneven Development Chairman of the […]
Stricter Enforcement in the State Capital The Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA) has intensified its enforcement of environmental sanitation regulations in Asaba, sealing several properties after obtaining a court order. The move follows repeated failure by defaulters to honour summons issued by the agency’s mobile court. Multiple Properties Affected in Operation Properties sealed […]