Delta Approves Major Student Housing Initiative THE Delta State Government has approved the construction of male and female hostels across nine state-owned tertiary institutions, a move aimed at addressing the growing accommodation shortage faced by students. The development was announced by the State Commissioner for Higher Education, Nyerhovwo Tonukari, while briefing journalists after the State […]
Infrastructure Boost for Ughelli South Communities THE Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Reuben Izeze, has commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for approving the construction of internal road projects in several communities within Ughelli South Local Government Area. The projects, which will cover Okwagbe, Imode and Eyara communities, are expected to improve transportation, […]
Anti-Trafficking Operation Yields Arrests SECURITY operatives in Akwa Ibom State have disrupted a suspected human trafficking operation, rescuing seven victims and apprehending four suspects linked to the crime. The operation was carried out by the Nigeria Police Force following intelligence reports that young persons were being transported through the state under suspicious circumstances. Police spokesperson […]
Party Strategy Emerges Ahead of 2027 Elections FRESH indications have emerged that the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress (APC) may adopt a policy granting automatic return tickets to first-term governors and members of the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. Although the party leadership has yet to release an […]
Delta Prepares for State Policing THE Delta State Government has approved the construction of 25 modern divisional police headquarters across the state’s local government areas as part of preparations for the Federal Government’s proposed state policing policy. The decision was taken during the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Briefing journalists […]
Airlines Face Rising Cost Pressures AIR travellers in Nigeria may soon pay higher ticket prices as the cost of aviation fuel continues to surge across the country, putting increasing pressure on airline operations. Jet A1, the primary fuel used by aircraft, is currently selling for as high as ₦1,835 per litre in Kano, ₦1,820 in […]
Delta Government Steps Up Monitoring of Road Projects THE Delta State Government has issued a strong warning to contractors handling road construction projects in Ndokwa West Local Government Area, cautioning them against delays and substandard work. The warning was delivered by the State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, during an […]
Committee Submits Report on Proposed Housing Reform Bill THE Delta State House of Assembly on Tuesday received the report of its Joint Committee reviewing the proposed Landlord and Tenant Bill, a legislation aimed at reforming tenancy relations and modernising housing regulations across the state. The report was presented during plenary by the Chairman of the […]
Governor Introduces Reforms to Ease Economic Pressure THE Governor of Cross River State, Bassey Edet Otu, has announced a series of reforms aimed at easing the financial burden on commercial transport operators and residents while restoring order in the state’s transport sector. The measures follow complaints from drivers and commuters in Calabar over rising ticket […]
Pressure Mounts After New Electoral Law POLITICAL parties across Nigeria are scrambling to meet new compliance deadlines following the release of the 2026 Electoral Act and the revised timetable for the 2027 general elections issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The electoral body has scheduled the presidential and National Assembly elections for January 16, […]