Ahead of the inauguration of the Ughelli North/Ughelli South/Udu Federal Constituency Forum of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Saturday, March 22, 2025, Comrade Omorere Ochuko JP, has congratulated Olorogun John Oguma, the leadership and organizers of the forum as well as the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, stating that its a right step towards a right direction for the party. Comrade Omorere, who is the Secretary of the PDP Youth Force For Sheriff- Ughelli-Udu Federal Constituency, said it is a welcome development to have such a forum which he said will foster unity of purpose, stronger grassroot…
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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.
Delta State House of Assembly Committee on Health, has commended the Sheriff Oborevwori’s led administration’s efforts to addressing decline of manpower in the health sector with the establishment of College of Health Technology, Ovrode, in Isoko North local government area. Chairman of the Committee, Hon (Chief) Ferguson Onwo gave the commendation when he led members on an oversight inspection visit to the College for on the spot assessment of the ongoing construction work at the administrative and academic facilities in the institution. Hon Onwo said construction work on the project has reached 80 percent completion and appreciated the speed and…
The National Publicity Secretary of Urhobo Awareness Youth Association (UAYA), Ejovwoke Uvwo, who hails from Agbarho in Ughelli North local government area and Ovu, Ethiope East local government area, both of Delta state. In this phone interview with Ejovwoke Uvwo, he spoke extensively on a lot of issues as it concerns Urhobo nation, her political development, leadership and variety of issues. EXCERPT: The activities of Urhobo Awareness Youth Association, UAYA, has been silent over the years, giving the impression that the group has gone into oblivion? That is not true. That we have not been in the media space doesn’t…
By Annabel Ogheneganre Hate speech, as the United Nations denotes it is an offensive discourse that targets a group or individual based on inherent characteristics, such as race, religion, or gender, and has the potential to threaten social and pollical harmony. This occurs both offline and online, with the intention to discriminate against or degrade an individual or group. Most hate speeches stem from prejudices and long-held notions about individuals and groups. The most dangerous and destructive attributes of hate speeches is when they highlight a stereotypical profiling of a character no matter how good or bad the individual is.…
By Festus Ahon The recent recognition of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, by non-indigenes residing in the state, underscores his dedication to inclusive governance and unity. This honour reflects the widespread appreciation of his leadership style, which embraces all ethnic groups, ensuring that every resident of Delta benefits from the government’s policies and programs, regardless of their origins. Governor Oborevwori’s administration remains committed to fostering peace, development, and equal opportunities for both indigenes and non-indigenes. Through his emphasis on inclusivity, he has strengthened social cohesion and enhanced economic participation among Delta’s diverse communities. The recognition by non-indigenous groups…
In a significant display of solidarity and trust, over 200 legislative aides of the 29 members of the Delta State House of Assembly, Thursday, passed implicit Votes of Confidence in the Presiding Officer and Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor. The Confidence Vote, in the motion moved by the Private Secretary to the Member Representing Burutu 2 Constituency, Anthony Gbafade, seconded by the Legal Assistance to the member representing Ika North East, Barr Hannah Enyawuile, was also extended to the Speaker’s team of the leadership of the 8th Assembly. This endorsement came during a 3-day workshop organized…
Arising from an elaborate meeting of the PDP Youth Force for Sheriff- Ughelli, Udu Federal Constituency, held in Ughelli on Saturday, March 15, 2025, a vote of confidence was passed on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State for his development commitment in the state. The group which comprises of PDP Youths from Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency has as its major aim, a total support for the governor and his re-election in 2027. The group which is Chairman by Hon. Lucky Ofomukoro, who is also the PDP Party Chairman in Ughelli North Local Government Area,…
By Oke Adamudagha The piece by one Annabel Ogheneganre captioned “Between Ogboru and Omo-Agege: Who is the greater asset to Urhobo” was a sour taste and a toxic narrative of a paid agent. It is very unfortunate that what I initially thought would be an interesting and insightful piece turned out to be nothing than figment of the writer’s imagination. I couldn’t help but wonder what he intended to achieve. Ordinarily, I do not respond to such baseless and relevance seeking write-ups, but after reading through, I considered it necessary to address the misrepresentations. At first, I…
With the economic hardship facing the nation, Publisher of Southernvoicenews.com, an Online Newspaper base in Ughelli Delta State, Comrade Godwin-Maria Utuedoye, has appealed to the Ughelli North Local Government Chairman, Hon. Jaro Egbo, to venture into farming on behalf of the local government. He urged Hon. Jaro Egbo to consider the agricultural potential in Ughelli North Local Government Area and how it can be utilized for the benefit of the people, noting that by investing in farming on behalf of the local government, the council can not only generate revenue but also provide food security for the residents. Comrade Utuedoye,…
… A year of pain, unanswered questions One year after the Nigerian Army invaded Okuama, a once-thriving community in Delta State, the scars of that fateful day remain raw. What began as a military operation quickly turned into an episode of destruction, displacement, and death. Today, the residents of Okuama are left with shattered homes, broken spirits, and an overwhelming sense of abandonment. The echoes of gunfire have faded, but the trauma lingers. The Invasion: A War Against Who? The military operation in Okuama was justified by authorities as a response to the killing of soldiers deployed to the area.…