Warri North Chairman Dismisses Ethnic Crisis Claims THE Chairman of Warri North Local Government Area, Festus Ashima, has dismissed reports of an alleged ethnic conflict between Ijaw and Itsekiri communities, assuring residents that peace and normalcy prevail across the council area. Ashima described the reports circulating on social media as false, misleading and capable of […]
Asagba Reaffirms Commitment to Security as Crime Concerns Grow in Asaba Monarch Convenes Emergency Security Meeting THE Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty Prof. Epiphany Azinge, SAN, has reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding lives and property in the Delta State capital following recent reports of armed robbery and kidnapping within the city and surrounding communities. […]
Security Fears Cast Shadow Over Education THE lingering impact of recent school abductions in Oyo State is being felt far beyond the state’s borders, as rumours of similar attacks continue to generate fear across Lagos and Ogun communities. Since the kidnapping of dozens of pupils and teachers from schools in Oyo, reports of suspected bandit […]
Governor Marks Milestone Anniversary of Udu Traditional Ruler DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has joined the people of Udu Kingdom in celebrating the first coronation anniversary of HRM Okporua I, describing the occasion as an opportunity to reflect on a year of leadership and service. In a statement released through his Chief Press […]
Residents Stage Peace Protest Over Rising Killings in Warri RESIDENTS of Odion Road and adjoining communities in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State on Tuesday staged a peaceful protest over the recent wave of suspected cult-related killings that has thrown the neighbourhood into fear and uncertainty. The protesters, made up largely of women […]
Asagba Extends Eid-El-Kabir Greetings THE Asagba of Asaba, Epiphany Azinge, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful on the occasion of the 2026 Eid-El-Kabir celebration. In a goodwill message issued on behalf of the Palace and the people of Asaba Kingdom, the monarch described Eid-El-Kabir as a sacred season that reflects the values of sacrifice, […]
Over 400 Elderly Indigenes Celebrated in Asaba THE Asaba community witnessed a historic gathering on Saturday as the Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty Prof. Epiphany Azinge, SAN, OON, honoured more than 400 indigenes aged 80 years and above during the maiden edition of a special elders’ celebration in the kingdom. The event, held at […]
Council Steps in to Defuse Tension THE Ughelli North Local Government Council has successfully intervened in a prolonged dispute between Transcorp Power Plc and the Ekrerhavwe Community in Delta State, bringing both parties to an agreement after months of disagreement. The intervention was led by Council Chairman Jaro Egbo through the Ughelli North Peace and […]
By UBONGABASI LINUS & INIOBONG AKPAN Governor Redirects Birthday Gifts to Social Causes AKWA Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has asked friends, associates and supporters to channel any planned birthday gifts toward helping the poor, widows and orphanages rather than presenting personal items to him. The appeal came in a statement released by his Chief Press […]
A Region Demands Light THE Delta State Government has pledged fresh intervention in Ndokwa Nation after residents staged a peaceful protest over prolonged electricity shortages affecting communities in the oil-rich area. The protesters, carrying the message “Light Up Ndokwa Nation,” appealed to authorities to connect their towns to the nearby Okpai Independent Power Plant. Their […]