Delta Central Senator, Ede Dafinone, has congratulated former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, on the joyous occasion of his 71st birthday. In statement signed by him, Senator Dafinone, described Dr. Uduaghan, as a man who laid significant groundwork for socio-economic stability, particularly through his landmark commitment to healthcare, transport, education, and security, creating a sustainable foundation upon which subsequent administrations continue to build. Dafinone stated that; “On this special day, we celebrate not just the milestone of 71 years, but the enduring legacy of a man whose political maturity and sagacity have continued to inspire many…
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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.
Delta women under the aegis of Unique Ladies for Sheriff on Tuesday endorsed Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as sole candidates for the 2027 election, insisting that there is “no vacancy” in Government House, Asaba, and Aso Rock. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori will be seeking a second term in office, and the women, with large followership at the grassroots, have declared their total support to return the duo to office unopposed. The declaration was made during a colourful event held at the Cenotaph, Asaba, with women representatives from all 25 local government areas…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former Governor of the state, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, on the occasion of his 71st birth anniversary, describing him as a visionary leader and statesman. Governor Oborevwori in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, lauded Dr. Uduaghan for his immense contributions to the peace, unity, and development of Delta State and Nigeria at large. He commended the former governor for his exemplary leadership and commitment to public service, noting that he contributed to the development of the state, particularly in healthcare, education, and human…
The Governing Council, Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Tuesday, faulted the decision of the Academic Staff Union of the Polytechnics (ASUP), on its two-week warning strike, describing the decision as calculated plan to shield and to frustrate ongoing investigations into allegations of certificate racketeering, recklessness and misappropriation of funds against some principal officers. In a statement made available to journalists on Tuesday, the Chairman, Governing Council, Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Hon. (Pastor) Paul Adingwupu, alleged that the union’s leadership was being sponsored by individuals opposed to transparency and accountability, accusing them of attempting to use industrial action as a tool to…
Despite billions of Naira allocated to agricultural intervention schemes, a stark disconnect persists between government efforts and the realities on the ground. Why do these well-publicized programs so often fail to move the needle on food security and farmer prosperity? In this exclusive interview with Kehinde Olusegun Gabriel, President of the Farmers Club of Nigeria, the answer lies in a fundamental flaw in the distribution system. In a damning assessment, Gabriel asserts that the “big men” and “political farmers” are the primary beneficiaries of initiatives like the Anchor Borrowers’ Programme, while the genuine tillers of the soil are left with…
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No fewer than 30 people have reportedly killed and about 40 others sustained varying degrees of injuries in a tragic tanker explosion that occurred in Niger state Tuesday. The incident according report occurred at about 11:00 a.m between Essan and Badeggi communities along the Bida–Agaie road in Katcha Local Government Area of the state. Eyewitnesses report that the victims were scooping fuel from a fallen tanker when the vehicle suddenly exploded, setting off a massive fire that engulfed several people. Many victims were said to have been burnt beyond recognition, while the injured were evacuated to nearby hospitals for treatment.…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the opening of its student loan application portal for the 2025/2026 academic session, offering financial access to eligible students nationwide. Managing Director of NELFUND, Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, made the announcement in a statement released by the Fund’s Director of Strategic Communications, Mrs Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, on Tuesday in Abuja. Sawyerr stated that the application portal would be open from Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, to Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, covering the full admission cycle of the academic year. He expressed appreciation to tertiary institutions for their cooperation so far and urged further collaboration to…
The Nigerian Army, has approved a Model Defence Comprehensive School to be sited in Delta State, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has disclosed. The disclosure was made on Monday, at Asaba, when he paid a courtesy call on the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori. According to the Chief of Defence Staff who was represented by Rear Admiral Joseph Akpan, Chief of Defence Administration, all the geo-political zones in the country will play host to one of the Model Defence Comprehensive Schools and Delta was chosen to host that of South South geo-political zone.…
Members of the Indigenous Correspondents Chapel (ICC) of the Delta State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists NUJ, has congratulated one of her members, Comrade Uba Dorathy Mbasen on her victory at the just concluded elections of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) where she emerged as the Financial Secretary. In a statement signed by the chapel chairman, Comrade Kenneth Orusi, and the Secretary, Comrade Michael Odia, stated that her victory reflects the confidence, trust, and admiration of members who have recognized her commitment, leadership qualities, and readiness to serve. “Your emergence is a clear mandate to deliver…