Ughelli South APC Affirms Loyalty to Renewed Hope Agenda THE Ughelli South chapter of the All Progressives Congress has passed a unanimous vote of confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, pledging full support for the Renewed Hope Agenda and ongoing governance reforms. The resolution was reached at a stakeholders’ […]
Esewezie Pledges Peaceful Executive-Legislative Relations OSHIMILI North Local Government Chairman, Hon. Innocent Esewezie, has cautioned councillors against resorting to illegal actions, warning that any form of rascality capable of destabilising the council would not be tolerated. Speaking while receiving the newly elected legislative leadership in Akwukwu-Igbo, Esewezie condemned the circumstances surrounding the removal of the […]
Delta Governor Mourns Veteran Lawmaker, Political Leader DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed sadness over the death of former Senator Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, saying the state has lost a devoted leader and an unwavering defender of Anioma interests. In a condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the […]
A former Labour Party Senatorial candidate for Delta North in the 2023 general elections, Barrister Kennedy Kanma has celebrated humanity as the world marks International Human Solidarity Day. In a statement from his media office, Kanma affirmed that he is not only celebrating humanity, but also honouring the world’s shared compassion, resilience and responsibility to […]
Delta’s ₦1.7 Trillion Gamble: Infrastructure, Welfare and the Test of Governance IN unveiling its ₦1.7 trillion 2026 budget, the Delta State Government has placed a bold bet on infrastructure-led growth and structured social protection at a time when many governments are scaling back ambitions due to fiscal pressures. The size and composition of the budget […]
By NJORIGE LYNUS Tinubu’s Fiscal Overhaul Raises Questions Over 2026 Budget Viability FRESH concerns have emerged over Nigeria’s 2026 budget following President Bola Tinubu’s push to repeal and re-enact the 2024 and 2025 Appropriation Acts under a single ₦43.56 trillion spending framework. The proposal, now before the National Assembly, is aimed at curbing the long-standing […]
By DAVID JOHN-FLUKE Public Anger After Short-Lived Abuja Protest THE abrupt end of the NLC protest in Abuja has triggered public backlash, with workers accusing labour leaders of undermining a critical moment to confront Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. The protest, scheduled to begin early, only commenced around 11:15 a.m. and ended […]
By FRED LONGJOHN OBEH Nigeria Expands Hydrographic Coverage in Eastern Waters MARITIME traffic bound for Calabar Port and the proposed Bakassi Deep Seaport will now benefit from enhanced digital navigation following the release of newly validated Nigerian Electronic Nautical Charts. The charts mark a significant upgrade in the safety architecture of Nigeria’s eastern maritime approaches. […]
By PAULINA NZERUBE THE Delta State Government has called on Christian women across the state to sustain fervent prayers for Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and leaders at all levels, stressing the importance of spiritual support in governance and societal stability. The call was made by the Chief of Staff, Government House, Prince Johnson Erijo, […]
By NJORIGE LYNUS National Assembly Prepares for 2026 Budget Presentation THE National Assembly is set to receive President Bola Tinubu on Friday 19 December 2025 for the presentation of the 2026 Appropriation Bill at a joint session of the Senate and House of Representatives. The exercise, barring last-minute changes, will formally commence legislative consideration of […]