Two years down the line, the Member Representing Ndokwa East in the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon Prince Emeka Osamuta, on Friday, June 4, 2025, briefed constituents on the journey so far, highlighting achievements made in the three core mandates of a Legislator. In what could be termed “State of the Constituency Address”, the mid-term briefing afforded Hon Osamuta another opportunity to keep the people abreast with developments in the constituency, including progress made, challenges, concerns and prospects for the future. According to the youthful Lawmaker, the core mandate of any legislator at all levels, is representation, law making…
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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 in news 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.
LEADERSHIP of Okurowhe Community, Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State, yesterday, blasted some group of protesters calling for the removal of Chief Augustine Usinefe Ogedegbe, as the President General of the community, describing their actions as unacceptable and an act capable of causing disunity in the community. In a press statement released to Journalists yesterday, at Okurowhe community by the eldest man, Pa. John Atigolo, Secretary, Comrade Daniel Erhirhie, and other community leaders said Chief Augustine Ogedegbe remained their President General and that no individual or particular family can take decisions for the entire community. While condemning the action…
Stakeholders in Secondary Education in Delta State, on Friday, June 4, 2025, gathered in Asaba to brainstorm on ways to enhancing optimal service delivery in the system. Speakers at the one day training for teaching and non-teaching staff in the state’s secondary schools which was organized by the Post Primary Education Board, PPEB, all spoke in one voice on the need for teachers to align with modern practices to achieve the set goals. According to the organizers, the training with the theme “Improving Service Delivery Through Effective Classroom, Office Management for the Enhancement of the MORE Agenda in Secondary Education”,…
Delta State Labour Party (LP) House of Representatives candidate for Ughelli North/South and Udu Federal constituency U3, Mr. Akpobome Echero, has appealed to LP faithful not to be disturbed by the wave of political coalition sweeping across all political parties in the country. The House of Representatives candidate appealed on Thursday in Ughelli during a courtesy visit to the Hausa community in Ughelli, Ughelli North local area, Delta State. While appealing to Labour Party faithful to remain steadfast, he assured all party faithful members of victory in the 2027 general elections. “Labour Party in Delta State is very strong and…
The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to democratic ideals and openness to constructive criticism, describing such engagement as vital for growth and accountability. Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, stated this while addressing journalists in Asaba, noting that the Oborevwori-led administration welcomes honest feedback aimed at enhancing governance. Reacting to recent protests by some youths in Udu Local Government Area, he said that certain individuals were attempting to incite discontent through false narratives ahead of the elections. Flanked by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon; Director-General of the State Orientation…
In a major media engagement aimed at promoting transparency and excellence in leadership, the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) is set to embark on a high-level working visit to Anambra State. The visit, scheduled for Friday, June 27 to 28, 2025, will feature a tour of key projects executed under the administration of the state governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo. The delegation will be led by the National President of GOMEP-NG, Dr. Dozie, and the National Secretary, Comrade Otiti Akpovoke, alongside prominent members of the Organization drawn from across Nigeria. The media stakeholders are expected…
…To Represent Nigeria At World Contest In Qatar Students from Delta State have emerged champions at the 2025 National Basic Education Debate Championship, earning the prestigious honour of representing Nigeria at the forthcoming World Schools Debate Championship in Doha, Qatar. The competition, organised by the President’s Schools Debate, brought together top young debaters from all 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory to showcase their oratory skills, critical thinking, and teamwork. The winning team from Delta State comprises Wisdom Chukwuma of Government College, Ughelli; Otorvo Uyoyou of Alegbo Secondary School, Effurun; Abraham Honour of Okpaka Secondary School,…
As the 8th Delta State Assembly commenced its third session, the Speaker, of the House, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has called for renewed commitment to constitutional duties of lawmaking, representation and oversight. Rt Hon Guwor in his welcome address at the first plenary of the third session of the House, urged the Lawmakers to place the interest of constituents ahead of all prejudices. The Speaker charged all to remain united, focused, and deliberate in their actions, as the state legislature partner with the Executive and other stakeholders to deliver democratic dividends to the people, saying that the…
The Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers (GOMEP) Nigeria has announced a scheduled two-day official visit to Anambra State, as part of its 2025 media project assessment tour. The visit, which runs from Friday, June 27 to Saturday, June 28, 2025, will also feature the presentation of award to the Executive Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR. This development was made known in a press statement issued on Monday, by Comrade Dominic Edem, National Spokesperson of GOMEP and Publisher of Naija News House. He revealed that the visit is in line with the Guild’s commitment to…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Recently the Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, proclaimed a ban on the collection of what is known in our local parlance as ‘Deve’. An illegal levy leveled against potential investors and developers by youths, community leaders, local government and even some traditional rulers. No doubt it is yet another bold attempt to liberate the citizens with such proclamation—especially to potential investors, developers, citizens and business oriented individuals and groups. The proclamation is also a confirmation of the oppressive nature of those involved in doing such, and It is also aimed at tackling the rascality, violence, gross impunity…