…Gov. Oborevwori Mandate Is To Return Public Schools Glory, We Will Be Firm In Our Reforms- Mariere By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Following the stringent measures of regular screening embarked upon by the Delta State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to curb and fish out staff who are allegedly falsifying their age and results in the primary school sector and other ministries, a primary school teacher in one of the local government area in Delta State, have allegedly died out of fears and panic hearing the threat and decision given by the board Chairman Hon. Samuel Mariere, to retire older and sick…
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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.
By Osita Biose It is no longer news that the political landscape in Nigeria is being desecrated with unwholesome and frightening landmark erosion of the ethos and political principles of the founding fathers of the country. However, it is no doubt that an average Nigerian and observers of the political derailment in the country are wondering at the systemic infusion of the growing menace into the life of the nation; making the ugly trends acceptable in the political development of the country. For instance, decamping and cross-carpeting from one political party to another have become so frequent that such ungentlemanly…
By Osita Biose As Delta State gets set to join the global community on Sunday, October 5, 2025 to celebrate the World Teachers’ Day, a significant event that recognizes the contributions of teachers to education development and societal wellbeing, it becomes more exciting as this year’s celebration marks the first time Delta State will be comprehensively commemorating the global event. In addition, the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), National Secretariat, will be conferring an award on the state governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for his teacher-friendly policy thrust in the state education sector. The celebration in the state is being…
Mammoth crowd on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, besieged the venue of the Senator Ede Dafinone, Delta Central Diabetes Sensitization and Testing Medical Outreach before the official start time to take advantage of the free medical programme in Sapele. As early as 8:00 a.m., the hall was already packed with elderly men, women, and youths eager to check their sugar levels and receive expert health education. The programme, themed “Come Check Your Sugar Level O!”, was organised by the office of Senator Ede Dafinone in partnership with the National Health Fellows, with a focus on prevention, lifestyle modification, and early detection…
Delta State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt Hon Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has been honored with “Most Outstanding Speaker and Humanitarian Champion” award by the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS. Rt Hon Guwor was presented the award in his office in Asaba by the NANS President, Comrade Olushola Oladojo, flanked by some national and zonal executive members of the students’ union. Comrade Oladojo said the honour was in appreciation of the Speaker’s commitment to quality education and welfare of students in Nigeria, particularly in Delta state. He congratulated the Right Honourable Speaker for the award and appealed for sustained cooperation…
The Delta State House of Assembly has asked local government councils in the state to formulate strategies to facilitate better financial controls and management procedures for a better socio-economic development. The directive is sequel to adoption of all the seven recommendations by Hon James Augoye led Committee on Public Accounts on the review of the Auditor-General (Local Government) on the Consolidated Accounts of the 25 local government councils in the state for the year ended 31st December 2024. The report was presented by the Chairman of the Committee, Hon James Augoye, during Tuesday’s plenary of the House, presided over by…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Delta Central Senatorial District Representative, Senator Ede Dafinone, has urged Nigerians to be optimistic and hopefully, urging them to works towards renewed commitment in Nigeria as Nigeria celebrates her 65th independence anniversary. In a goodwill message on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the senator noted that; “As we gather in unity to mark the 65th anniversary of our nation’s independence on October 1st, I bring you warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations. This milestone is not just a celebration of our sovereignty, but a solemn reflection on our collective journey — our struggles, our triumphs, and the enduring spirit…
As Nigeria marked her 65th Independence Anniversary, NdokwaForward, a socio-political advocacy group, has congratulated Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, describing their leadership as a beacon of hope and progress for the people of Delta State. In a goodwill message jointly signed by Hon. (Bar) Sam Osasa, Dr. George Ugbomah, and Chief Isaac Onyesom, the group hailed the governor and his deputy for their unwavering commitment to the development of Delta State, particularly the Ndokwa nation. “On this momentous occasion of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, we extend our warmest congratulations to His Excellency,…
As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence anniversary, the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has emphasized the need for collective action towards achieving a just, equitable, and prosperous nation. Rt Hon Guwor in his goodwill message on the Independence Day celebration, noted that every stakeholder has a role to play in building a brighter Nigeria. The Speaker In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Nkem Nwaeke, stressed the importance of unity and stability in driving national progress, highlighting peace, and respect for the rule of law as essentials for sustainable development. Rt…
…Harps On Professionalism …Says No Tolerance For Extortion, Unlawful Detention, The Delta State Commissioner of Police CP Abaniwonda Olufemi, today, Tuesday, September 30, 2025, held a strategic conference with officers of the Command at the Police Officers’ Mess, Police Headquarters, Asaba, in lieu of the recent conference convened by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, disclosing that no police man is allowed to search phones at random. Abaniwonda who stands on the IGP’s directives, set a results-driven tone for the next operational cycle. He emphasised intelligence-led patrols, disciplined highway enforcement, and unwavering respect for human rights. In his…