By NELSON EGWARE A fresh wave of debates over Nigeria’s next round of state creation has revived old tensions in Delta North, where lawmakers and local government chairmen are now battling what they describe as a calculated attempt to “drag Anioma into the South-East.” In a rare united front, all Delta North legislators in the State […]
WHEN the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) quietly disclosed that it spent ₦17.5 trillion in just one year on “pipeline security” and related costs, it did more than trigger public outrage — it exposed what may be one of the most staggering financial red flags in Nigeria’s democratic history. To understand the scale: Nigeria […]
By ONINIOGWU ODOBOR NDUDI OGBONNIA DEBATES over the proposed Anioma State have intensified longstanding questions about identity, heritage, and political belonging. At the centre of the conversation is the Asagba of Asaba, who insists that any new state should be limited to Delta North’s nine local governments, distancing it from ties to […]
By AUSTIN NDUBUISI BIOSAH ACROSS many African societies, origin stories are less about scientific logic and more about cultural identity. What matters most is not whether these narratives satisfy outsiders, but that the people who inherit them accept them as part of their legacy. The Yoruba provide a vivid example. Highly literate and globally dispersed, the […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE THE Dome Event Centre in Asaba shimmered with nostalgia and gratitude on Friday 21 November 2025, as the legendary Nite of a Thousand Laughs marked its 30th anniversary. What began in the mid-1990s as a bold idea in the mind of Delta-born filmmaker and showrunner, Dr. Opa Williams, has blossomed into Africa’s […]
WHEN people hear the word “bail,” they often assume it works the same way everywhere. But in Nigeria, administrative bail and court bail are two distinct legal processes, each with different rules, powers, and implications. Understanding the difference can prevent panic, police intimidation, and unnecessary legal complications. Administrative Bail: Police Bail Administrative bail, sometimes called […]
MANY people leave courtrooms repeating legal phrases without truly understanding them. While courtroom language often sounds simple, its actual meanings can be very different from common assumptions. Misinterpreting these terms can create confusion and unnecessary panic. Here’s a breakdown of the most commonly misunderstood courtroom terms and what they really mean. 1. “Matter Struck Out” […]
WHEN Nigerians encounter the police, one of the most common points of abuse is the granting of bail. Although the law is clear that bail at the police station is free, unlawful demands, intimidation, and outright extortion continue to thrive. Understanding your rights is the first step to stopping these abuses before they happen. Below […]
NIGERIA’S journey to its present challenges is rooted in a long history of power struggles, ethnic tensions, and political missteps that began long before independence. In the decades leading up to 1960, the country operated as three dominant regions—North, West, and East—each driven by different interests. Regional rivalry, mistrust, and competition for influence shaped early […]
ACROSS Asaba and its surrounding communities, the olinzele—a cadre of titled dignitaries—formed the backbone of local governance and justice in the early 20th century. Records list prominent figures in Asaba such as the Asabwa, Onirhe, Odafe, Iyase, Isabwa, Osodi, Ozoma, Odogu “Edogun,” Omu, Adaisi, and others. While some titles appeared only in particular towns, many […]