Residents Appeal for Urgent Government Action as Erosion Worsens RESIDENTS of Yahweh Street, behind the Ayo Ben area in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, have appealed to the Delta State Government and other relevant authorities to urgently intervene in the worsening erosion and flooding threatening lives, homes and public infrastructure in […]
FG’s Highway Expansion Raises Fresh Concerns FRESH concerns have emerged over the Federal Government’s decision to expand the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway with additional service lanes, a move that could lead to the demolition of between 1,700 and 2,700 buildings and affect thousands of households along the project corridor. Property owners, investors, urban planners and built-environment […]
Flood Brings Activities to a Standstill at DBS Asaba OPERATIONS at the Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS), Asaba, were severely disrupted on Thursday after heavy rainfall inundated the premises of the state-owned broadcasting station, leaving staff unable to access their offices. The flooding, triggered by an early morning downpour, submerged large sections of the station, forcing […]
Federal Lawmaker Commends Landmark Infrastructure Investment THE Member representing Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Francis Waive, has praised Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for approving the reconstruction of the strategic Udu–ECN Road, describing the project as a major investment in infrastructure and economic development. […]
DESOPADEC Steps Up Flood Mitigation Across Isoko Communities THE Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) has intensified its annual flood control intervention across oil-producing communities, urging residents of Isoko Nation to support the exercise by keeping drainage channels and waterways free of refuse. The appeal was made by the DESOPADEC Board Member representing […]
DisCos Recover Over 80% of Electricity Bills in April as Revenue Performance Improves NERC Reports ₦203.61 Billion Collected from ₦252.43 Billion Billed NIGERIA’S electricity distribution companies (DisCos) recovered more than four-fifths of the electricity bills issued to customers in April 2026, according to new industry data released by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), highlighting […]
Delta Government Intensifies Drainage Restoration to Reduce Seasonal Flood Risks Flood Control Programme Targets Vulnerable Oil-Producing Communities THE Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) has accelerated its annual flood mitigation campaign across Sapele and Uvwie Local Government Areas, intensifying efforts to restore blocked drainage systems before the peak of the rainy season. Working […]
Governor Orders Immediate Inspection Following Public Complaints DELTA State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has ordered an investigation into the ongoing Isoko Ring Road project following growing complaints from residents of Ofagbe Community in Isoko North Local Government Area over the alleged poor quality of construction. Acting on the governor’s directive, the Commissioner for Works […]
A City Overwhelmed by Waste LAGOS State, a metropolis of over 22 million residents, continues to struggle with waste management as roads, medians, and drainage channels in several communities are increasingly filled with refuse. Despite an established waste collection structure, significant gaps in service delivery and compliance have left many neighbourhoods exposed to environmental and […]
Oborevwori’s Infrastructure Agenda Earns Fresh Commendation DELTA State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, has praised Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for what he described as a transformative infrastructure programme that is reshaping rural communities and improving socio-economic opportunities across the state. Speaking during the inauguration of the 5.1-kilometre Obi-Ibabu Road in Ndokwa […]