By BLESSING AGWE ODUGO THE Delta State Government has ordered emergency measures to tackle flooding in Sapele and other communities affected by rising water levels. Commissioner for Environment, Moses Ogodo, disclosed this during an interview with journalists in Sapele. Ogodo said Governor Sheriff Oborevwori had directed his ministry to prioritise communities with the highest number […]
By NWAFOR AZINGE THE Asagba of Asaba, Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, SAN, has engaged Ndi Eze Ahaba in a strategic discussion on the future of Asaba Kingdom. The meeting, held at the Asagba Palace on Sunday, brought together the kingdom’s red cap chiefs to consider issues central to its development and stability. Security featured prominently […]
By IFESIOKWU GREG THE Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, SAN, OON, has launched the Asaba Hospitality Academy with more than 200 pioneer students. The maiden matriculation ceremony took place at Ogwa Ukwu Ahaba on 5 September 2026. The initiative reflects the Asagba’s drive to equip young people with practical skills, […]
By MAY ETAGHERURE ATUZULO AT 23, Daniel Afamefune Chukwujindu has taken on the responsibilities of traditional leadership while continuing his university education. The Microbiology undergraduate of Delta State University, Abraka, was formally installed on Friday as the 11th Ajeh of Ekwuoma Kingdom in Ika North East Local Government Area of Delta State. Chukwujindu succeeds his […]
By BLESSING AGWE ODUGO DESOPADEC Steps Up Infrastructure Drive, Sets December Deadline for Warri College Project THE Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) is intensifying its infrastructure intervention across its mandate areas, with two ongoing projects in Warri and Agbor receiving fresh attention as the Commission moves to accelerate delivery. The Commission’s Managing […]
By IFESIOKWU GREG Asagba Azinge Resolves Longstanding Footpath Dispute Between Asaba Families THE Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, SAN, has brokered peace in a longstanding dispute between the Umunjor family of Agueze and Ogbe-Agueze Village in Umuaji Quarters, Asaba. The monarch intervened in the Onu-Ilo dispute on Thursday 3 September […]
By UCHE OGBODO DESOPADEC Takes ‘School Is No Scam’ Campaign to Warri Youths Commission Challenges Growing Anti-Education Narrative THE Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) has taken its “School Is No Scam” advocacy campaign to students and young people in Warri and its environs, urging them to embrace education, responsible choices and positive […]
By DAVID JOHN-FLUKE Jungle Justice: When Suspicion Replaces the Law IN Nigeria, a single cry of “thief” can turn a crowd into a mob within minutes. The accused may have little time to explain. Before the police arrive, fists, sticks and other weapons may have already replaced questions and investigation. Sometimes, the violence ends in […]
By GEORGETTE CHIDI CP Erale Assumes Duty as 25th Delta Commissioner of Police THE Delta State Police Command has formally welcomed CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, psc, mnips, as its new Commissioner of Police, marking a new phase in the state’s security leadership. Erale assumed duty on 31 August 2026, succeeding CP Yemi John Oyeniyi. His […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE THE Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty, Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, SAN, OON, FNIALS, FICMIC, LLD, KSJI, has held a strategic meeting with Ndi Olinzele Ahaba to discuss reforms aimed at strengthening the traditional institution and advancing the welfare of the people. The engagement brought the monarch and the respected traditional stakeholders […]