Party Consolidation & Unity Focus Stakeholders’ Meeting Sets the Tone THE APC Delta Mandate has applauded Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for what it described as his unifying and inclusive leadership style, crediting it as a key driver in strengthening the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the state. The group gave the commendation […]
BY GLORY UGOBA IN a decisive move against what it describes as persistent economic sabotage, the Anambra State Government on Monday ordered the immediate closure of the Onitsha Main Market following continued observance of the illegal Monday sit-at-home order. Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo issued the directive after repeated warnings to traders, market leaders, and residents […]
Recurring Boat Accidents Alarm Experts NIGERIA continues to record frequent boat mishaps across its inland waterways, with the latest tragedy occurring on 3 January in Garbi town, Nguru Local Government Area of Yobe State, where a passenger canoe capsized on the Yobe River, leaving several dead and missing. Maritime analyst Mr. Chika Akabogu attributes these […]
Labour Braces for Nationwide Industrial Action NIGERIA could face a fresh wave of nationwide industrial action as the Trade Union Congress (TUC) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have jointly threatened a coordinated strike if the Federal Government fails to meet the demands of health workers within 14 days. The ultimatum, […]
Council Takes Disciplinary Action THE Idjerhe Traditional Council in Delta State has suspended 16 chiefs indefinitely over allegations of misconduct, insubordination and financial impropriety, in a move aimed at restoring peace and respect for traditional authority within the kingdom. Among those affected is Chief Solomon Ojariafe, who has been derobbed as […]
Controversy Rekindled THE debate over Warri Federal Constituency has resurfaced following the presentation of a new book by Chief Monday Keme, reopening unresolved tensions over history, identity and electoral representation in Delta State. The book, presented at the PTI Conference Centre, Effurun, challenges claims made in an earlier publication that accused INEC of wrongdoing in […]
Scholarship Scheme Takes Off in Asaba THE maiden edition of the Tony Ndah Foundation Scholarship Scheme for indigent WAEC students was successfully held on 24 January 2026, at Ogwa Ukwu Ahaba, Asaba, with the Asagba of Asaba, HRM Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge, in attendance. The monarch congratulated the foundation and praised its founder, Ogbueshi Tony […]
Governor Reacts to Siakpere’s Passing DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed sadness over the passing of Chief David Mafuvbe Siakpere, former Principal of Government College Ughelli, who died on 18 January at 84. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor described Siakpere as a distinguished […]
A Crisis That Refuses to Fade NIGERIA’S housing deficit has evolved from a policy challenge into a national emergency. Estimates placing the shortfall at over 20 million housing units—possibly rising to 28 million—underscore a crisis that has persisted across decades of shifting administrations and unfulfilled promises. Rapid urbanisation, population growth, and economic pressures have combined […]
Turning Policy into Practice THE Federal Government has unveiled the Cabotage Vessel Financing Fund (CVFF) Application Portal, signalling a renewed commitment to strengthening indigenous ship ownership and domestic maritime trade. The launch in Lagos marks a turning point for a fund that has existed largely on paper since 2003. The CVFF was created under […]