Democracy Day Review Puts Government Reforms Under Spotlight THE Federal Government has defended the performance of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, insisting that ongoing economic and governance reforms are gradually producing measurable results despite persistent inflationary pressures and security concerns across the country. At a Democracy Day press conference in Abuja, the Secretary to the Government […]
Assembly Celebrates Three Years of Legislative Service THE Cross River State House of Assembly has highlighted its legislative accomplishments over the last three years, revealing that more than 30 bills have been passed and assented to since the inauguration of the 10th Assembly in June 2023. Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Elvert Ayambem, disclosed […]
By OLUWAROTIMI SOLOMON ROBINSON-EBOSELE Federal Government Introduces New Fiscal Controls THE Federal Government has unveiled new measures aimed at strengthening accountability and prudent financial management across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), introducing stricter limits on reimbursable imprest and reinforcing oversight mechanisms for public spending. The new directives are contained in the 2026 Annual General Imprest […]
DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his commitment to serving the people of the state with dedication, fairness and inclusiveness, declaring that he did not seek public office for personal enrichment but to improve the lives of Deltans. The governor made the declaration on Tuesday while receiving a delegation of Catholic priests […]
THE apex socio-cultural organisation of the Ndokwa people, the Ndokwa Neku Union (NNU), has passed a vote of confidence in Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, citing what it described as his inclusive leadership style, equitable distribution of projects and commitment to development across the state. The endorsement came on Tuesday during a courtesy […]
Water Security at the Core of Development Policy THE Akwa Ibom State Government says access to safe and reliable water remains a central pillar of its development strategy, with ongoing reforms aimed at improving coverage across the state. The Commissioner for Water Resources and Sanitation, Mr. Ubuo Ubuo, made this known during a national workshop […]
A Commitment to Serve Without Bias DELTA State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has reiterated his commitment to serving all residents of the state with fairness, inclusivity, and dedication, regardless of ethnic, religious, or political differences. He made the remarks while receiving a delegation of Catholic priests from the Warri, Issele-Uku, and Bomadi dioceses at the Government […]
Okowa’s Influence and the Debate Over Power in Delta RECENT comments by former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Victor Ochei, suggesting that former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has not allowed Governor Sheriff Oborevwori “to breathe” politically, have reignited debate over the relationship between the two leaders and the nature of political influence in […]
By DISHU VICTOR CHUKWUEMEKA A State Seeking Reassurance THERE are moments when citizens stop asking for promises and start demanding protection. Delta State appears to be approaching one of those moments. As reports of kidnappings and violent criminal activities continue to generate public concern, many residents are increasingly worried that insecurity is becoming normalised. Communities that […]
Rising Security Concerns in the South-West SECURITY concerns have intensified across parts of Yorubaland following renewed incidents of kidnapping and armed attacks linked to criminal groups operating from forested areas across Oyo, Ogun, and Ondo States. The development comes in the wake of the abduction of 39 students, pupils, and seven teachers in Oriire Local […]