… As DESTMA DG Threatens Journalist Life By Gabriel Elozino Panic erupted today, along the busy Summit road in Asaba, Delta State Capital, when a vehicle belonging to the Delta State Traffic Management Authority (DESTMA) crashed into a Toyota Corolla and a mini truck, leaving an infant, her mother, and three other occupants narrowly escaping death. Eyewitnesses narrated that the incident occurred when DESTMA officials attempted to intercept a mini truck they accused of violating traffic regulations. In what observers described as reckless and impatient driving, the DESTMA Hilux attempted to block the mini truck by double-crossing the road, but…
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Godwin-Maria Utuedoye is a trained professional journalist. A graduate of Mass Communication from the Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria. He is a registered practising Journalist with the Nigeria Union of Journalists with over 20 years experience of reporting. He is interested in Investigative and development Journalism. He lives in Nigeria and focuses more in the Niger-Delta region where oil and gas exploration by government and multinational iol companies has plunged into poverty and environmental degradation for years. He is also a PR Consultant, content creator, broadcast, print Journalist and Publisher. His vast experiences in journalism span over decades of reporting the activities of the untouched areas. He is married with children.
…All PDP Members on Their Defection Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing Delta South, has congratulated the Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori and all members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), on their defection to the All Progressive Congress (APC), as he welcomes them to the party. Senator Joel-Onowakpo in a post on his Facebook page, described the decision of Governor Oborevwori as historic, saying that it was a new dawn for the people of Delta State. He therefore charged members of the APC to welcome the decamped with open hands in the spirit of camaraderie, just as he…
In a massive political realignment that reverberated across Delta State and beyond, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, and other stakeholders in the state have formally announced their resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Announcing the defection after a meeting with leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state on Wednesday at Government House, Asaba, pioneer Chairman of the PDP in the state, Senator James Manager, said the decision was taken in consultation with various stakeholders across the state. Manager said: “You have just been told about some of the things…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Worried by the recent happenings in the Peoples Democratic Party and scared of what may befall on him in the coming days, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). His formal defection has put an end to months of speculations and rumour about leaving his party. Details of his defection are still sketchy, but the Delta State Commissioner for Public Information has confirmed his defection. Hear him; “Ours is like the palm wine that have change taste, and so the drinking pattern has to change also.” The…
By Nkem Nwaeke. The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, penultimate Thursday, 10th April 2025, presented seven bills to the State Governor, Rt Hon (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori for assents. The development marked another significant milestone in the symbiotic relationship between the Executive and Legislative arms of government in promoting good governance in Delta State. Accompanied by the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Arthur Akpowowo; Majority Leader, Emeka Nwaobi; Majority Whip, Bernard Odior and the Clerk of the House, Aghoghophia Otto, to the Governor’s Office, Government House, Asaba, the Speaker who is always in his…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Sons and daughters as well as well wishers of Ughelli Kingdom in Ughelli North Local Government Area, Delta State, on Sunday, April 20, 2025, gathered to celebrate with the Ovie of the Great Ughelli Kingdom HRM, Evang. Wilson Ojakovo JP, Oharisi III, as he dedicated his newly completed modern palace and Royal Chapel to mark his 33rd coronation and his birthday anniversary. The event attracted over 20 traditional rulers from various ethnic nationalities across the state. The palace project which began 18 years ago, was described by the monarch as a journey of perseverance and divine grace. …
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Catholic Pontiff, Pope Francis 1, finally succumbed to death on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, after battling with an ailment which began on Friday, February 14, 2025. The death of the pontiff who reign for 12 years and was the 266th Pope was announced in Nigeria by the President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, (CBCN) Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji. Pope Francis who died at 88, passed away at about 7:35 AM at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. This brings an end to a pontificate which commenced on March 13, 2013, when…
Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, the immediate past Deputy President of the 9th Senate, has urged Nigerians to draw inspiration from the spiritual rejuvenation of the Lenten season and rededicate themselves to building a nation that will overcome its challenges. In his Easter message signed by his media adviser Mr. Sunny Areh, Omo-Agege said the celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ holds special significance in Christendom as it gives the world the platform to build a new life along the lines of God’s divine design for man to live a fulfilled life. “That is why at this time when we are…
By Augustine Akanigha In a message imbued with hope and optimism, the Delta State Sports Commission Chairman, Hon. Onoriode Oborevwori has extended heartfelt Easter greetings to the state’s athletes, Commission management, and staff. He emphasized that the resurrection of Jesus Christ symbolizes a new beginning, a promise of success for the athletes in their upcoming competitions, particularly the 2025 National Sports Festival in Ogun State. Addressing the Commission’s management and staff, the Chairman said , ” I acknowledged your pivotal role in achieving the Commission’s goals, and I urged you all to continue to work as a united team, with…
…Being Easter Message Of Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, Catholic Diocese of Sokoto 1: A very happy Easter to you and millions of our countrymen and women. For us Christians, this is the most important event in the history of our faith. It is the season of the Cross, the season of Christ’s triumph over death. This triumph was marked by the blind passion of those who crucified innocence. I am therefore using the metaphor of the cross to draw attention to the sufferings and afflictions that have befallen our country in the last years. These sufferings have been marked by…