By PAULINA NZERUBE Unity, Constitution Key to Anioma State Push GOVERNOR Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has endorsed the agitation for the creation of Anioma State, urging proponents to pursue the goal strictly within the bounds of the Constitution. The endorsement was delivered by the Chief of Staff, Prince Johnson Erijo, during a peaceful demonstration […]
By TOSI ORE A Tech Response to Nigeria’s Deep-Rooted Property Scam Problem Fraud as a Structural Threat REAL estate fraud in Nigeria has evolved from isolated incidents into a systemic threat, draining over ₦100 billion annually from unsuspecting investors. Fake land titles, multiple sales of the same property and collusion with informal agents have become […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE GUNMEN suspected to be operating under the guise of commercial transport have abducted a two-month-old baby along the NNPC Link Road in Ekpan, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State. The incident occurred at about 4 p.m. on Monday and has sparked concern among residents over growing insecurity. The baby, identified as […]
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 […]
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 OBI DAVIES Insecurity remains one of the biggest barriers to the expansion of tourism, hospitality and the creative sector in Africa, with Nigeria particularly affected, tourism expert Mr. Sunnie Chukumele has said. He spoke at the African Descent Creative Industry Leadership Summit held in Abuja and organised by the Global […]
By ANITA KNIGHT NIGERIA and the Czech Republic are positioning for deeper economic engagement as Prague seeks to expand cooperation across strategic sectors of the Nigerian economy. Czech Ambassador to Nigeria, Tomáš Výprachtický, said Abuja remains central to his country’s outreach efforts due to its economic potential and long history of bilateral relations. […]
By SANI BATURE GUNMEN suspected to be terrorists on Sunday abducted more than 15 worshippers after attacking the First Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Ayetoro Kiri, Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State. The attackers reportedly stormed the church during a worship service, firing shots to create panic and confusion. Sources in the community […]
By ABDUL AHMED (A. A.) RUFUS A Viral Video and Serious Allegations WANTED bandit leader Bello Turji has reignited controversy in Nigeria’s security discourse after accusing two former northern governors of laying the groundwork for insecurity in Zamfara and Sokoto states. In a widely circulated video, Turji alleged that past administrations armed vigilante groups, actions […]
By AUGUSTINA McSOLOMON-OGHAKPERUO THE Ughelli South Political Colonels (USPC) have named Rt. Hon. Francis Ejiroghene Waive, the lawmaker representing Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency, as their ambassador, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening grassroots politics in Delta State. The decoration took place during a courtesy visit by the group to Waive’s residence in […]