The Delta State Police Command is intensifying efforts and vowed to bring to justice those responsible for the tragic murder of retired Justice Ifeoma Okogwu. This was disclosed in a press statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP. Bright Edafe, and made available to Journalists on Sunday, November 30, 2025. It could be recalled that, on November 24, 2025, police responded swiftly after a distressing report from the late judge’s brother, who discovered her lifeless body with her legs and hands tied, including her mouth in her home. The Divisional Police Officer of ‘A’ Division, Asaba, led the…
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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.
Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Operatives from the Delta State Police Command Quick Response Squad (QRS) have successfully raided an apartment operating as “Hustler’s Kingdom” (HK) and rescued seven boys who were being held against their will. Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP. Bright Edafe, in a statement, disclosed that the rescue operation followed a distressing complaint from one of the boys, who said he was deceived into the apartment, only to discover it was a place where young men were forced to do illegal Internet fraud. According to one of the boys, they are only fed once a day, and whenever…
Residents of Pipeline Road in Oteri-Ughelli and Izigwe area of Ovwor-Olomu, spanning Ughelli North and South LGAs in Delta State, are again gripped by fear following the return of Fulani herdsmen grazing their cattle in the area. Earlier this year, between April and June 2025, these communities suffered a wave of kidnappings and violence, leaving some dead and forcing many residents to flee or sell off their properties. The alarming crime had earlier sparked increased security measures, as community leaders reportedly reached an agreement with cattle owners to keep herders out of the area. This truce held from July through…
Speaking further, he argued that contesting against Senator Dafinone at this time would be unwise. “Moreover, the attempt to challenge Senator Ede Dafinone at a time when he is delivering tangible results is not just politically insensitive — it is strategically unwise. Dafinone has emerged as a stabilising figure, one whose representation has brought dignity, investments, and new visibility to Delta Central. Abandoning a performing senator simply because a few individuals want to recycle old ambitions would not only disrupt ongoing progress but also weaken the collective strength of the district.”
The wife of the Delta State Governor, Mrs. Tobore Oborevwori, has urged parents and guardians of children with special needs to feel free in bringing them to the public instead of hiding them indoor. Tobore Oborevwori, who is the founder of the You Matter Charity Foundation, on Thursday, November 27, 2025, stated this when she donated free medication, wheelchairs, and a wide range of assistive and educational devices to beneficiaries during the flag-off of a free medical outreach for special-needs children and their caregivers in Ughelli, the Delta Central area of the state. The outreach organised by the You Matter…
A University don, Dr. Ochuko Emudainohwo, has hailed the 2025 tax p as a strategic blueprint for inclusive economic growth, capable of repositioning Nigeria for a more diversified and resilient economic future. He called on stakeholders—businesses, policymakers, and citizens alike—to embrace the reform and contribute to a more accountable and sustainable fiscal environment for the overall development of the country. Dr. Emudainohwo, FCA, an Associate Professor of Accounting at Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, who was a Guest Speaker at the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) 2025 Lecture Series held in Asaba with the theme “Nigeria’s New Tax Law: Implications and…
Twelve new members were on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, inducted into the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) during its annual 2025 retreat. The induction ceremony, which held at the conference hall of the State Ministry of information, brought together online publishers, media scholars, and communication experts from across Delta State. The new members were sworn in by the Secretary of the Forum, Mr. Shedrack Onitsha, who administered the oath of commitment and underscored the responsibilities associated with joining the reputable body of online media professionals. Welcoming the inductees, the Forum’s Chairman, Mr. Emmanuel Enebeli, urged them to uphold the ideals…
…Urged To Contest 2027 Delta Central Senatorial Seat Dignitaries including the Delta State chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Elder Omeni Sobotie; renowned businessman and former President of Urhobo Social Club, Lagos, Olorogun Simeon Ohwofa; and the members representing Ughelli North Constituency 1 & 11 at the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Spencer Ohwofa and Hon. Matthew Omonade on Tuesday paid separate surprise birthday visits to boardroom tactician and founding leader of the Delta APC, Olorogun O’tega Emerhor. Also at Emerhor’s country home in Evwreni town to felicitate with him were former Delta Attorney General and Commissioner for…
…Allocates 70% To Capital Projects Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Wednesday presented a N1.664 trillion Appropriation Bill for 2026 to the Delta State House of Assembly, with a bold 70 percent dedicated to capital expenditure, signaling an aggressive push for infrastructure expansion and socio-economic development in the 2026 fiscal year. The presentation, held at the hallowed chamber of the Assembly Complex in Asaba, was made pursuant to Section 121 of the 1999 Constitution (as altered). Presenting the budget Christened; “Budget of Accelerating the More Agenda”, Governor Oborevwori said the budget was crafted against the backdrop of an…
Delta Central Senator Ede Dafinone, has congratulated Olorogun O’tega Emerhor, OON, on the celebration of your 68th birthday anniversary. In a statement, Senator Dafinone noted; “Today marks not just another year of life but a celebration of your remarkable journey as a visionary leader and a steadfast advocate for the progress of Delta State and our nation. “Your outstanding record in the business world remains a shining example of excellence, innovation, and integrity. Through your enterprise and leadership, you have inspired countless individuals, opened doors of opportunity, and contributed significantly to the growth of Nigeria’s corporate world. And these continue…