Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Nigerians on the occasion of the 2026 Democracy Day celebration, expressing optimism that the nation’s democratic journey would usher in greater prosperity and development of the country and all citizens. In a statement issued on Thursday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor Oborevwori commended Nigerians for their unwavering commitment to democratic ideals and constitutional governance despite the challenges confronting the nation. The governor described June 12 as a historic date that symbolizes the resilience, courage and determination of Nigerians in their quest for democratic rule, noting that 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 oil 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.
Chief (Comrade) Sheriff Mulade, PhD, has congratulated the people of Okuama Community in Ughelli South Local Government Area after the Federal High Court sitting in Warri granted relief to detainees linked to the Okuama military incident. In a statement to journalists, Mulade, a well-known peace ambassador, environmental rights advocate and development campaigner described the judgment as a “significant step” toward justice, healing and restoration of confidence in the rule of law. He said the court decision offers renewed hope to affected families and underscores the importance of due process in a democratic society. Mulade commended the judiciary’s commitment to upholding…
The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Guwor Emomotimi Dennis, says the 8th Assembly has spent its third year strengthening lawmaking, oversight, and partnership with the executive to support development across the state. He gave the remarks during a press briefing in Asaba to mark the Assembly’s third anniversary. Guwor said the House has passed several bills and approved key financial and governance measures, including the 2026 Appropriation Law and the Delta State Revenue Service Bill. He added that the legislature also screened and confirmed nominees for state agencies and approved audit reports for the state,…
High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has called for calm and a peaceful resolution to rising tensions over the delayed delineation of wards in Warri Federal Constituency, as protests spread to oil and gas installations in the Escravos and Warri river areas. In a statement issued on Tuesday, and signed by High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, and Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, the Ijaw leader said peaceful women and youths from affected communities had been occupying oil and gas facilities since June 8, 2026, but warned that the situation must not be allowed to degenerate into violence. …
By Fegor Ogene, JP In politics, promises are easy, but performance is what truly matters. Over the past two years, Distinguished Senator Ede Dafinone has steadily built a reputation for delivering results and giving Delta Central a voice that resonates both at home and in Abuja. From education to infrastructure, his footprints are visible across the district. ICT centres, support for schools, and the ongoing hostel project at the Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), reflect a commitment to preparing young people for the future. Beyond classrooms, communities have benefited from transformers, solar streetlights, and other projects that have…
Contrary to insinuations that Senator Ede Dafinone and Hon. Patrick Ukah, were onboard the Itakpe-Ujevwu train that was involved in an accident at Agbor, the Nigerian Railway Corporation has clarified that both men instead only helped mobilize first responders and supported rescue efforts after the incident. In a press release dated June 9, 2026, and signed by Dr. Kayode Opeifa, LOL Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer NRC, said an earlier statement had wrongly suggested the two men were passengers on the train. The agency said the mix-up caused embarrassment and apologized to both men. According to the statement, Dafinone and Ukah,…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Tuesday reaffirmed his commitment to serving all Deltans with dedication and fairness, irrespective of ethnicity, religion, or political affiliation, declaring that his administration remains focused on inclusive governance, prudent management of resources, and sustainable development across the state. The governor made the declaration while receiving a delegation of Catholic priests from the Warri, Issele-Uku, and Bomadi dioceses, led by Rev. Monsignor John Ike Aduba, at Government House, Asaba. Oborevwori expressed appreciation to the clergy for their prayers, support, and guidance, describing their role in fostering peace and good governance as invaluable. According…
The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mrs. Zubaida Umar, has ordered the immediate deployment of an Emergency Response Team (ERT) following an incident involving a passenger train operating on the Itakpe–Ujevwu rail corridor in Delta State. The incident occurred on Monday, June 8, along the Agbor axis of Delta State, prompting swift action from the federal emergency management agency. According to NEMA, the Director-General activated the agency’s emergency response mechanism immediately after receiving an alert on the incident, directing emergency personnel to mobilise to the scene to support response and safety operations. Mrs. Umar has also established…
The affected families deserve answers, and the public deserves reassurance that every lesson from this tragedy will be acted upon,” he said.
In addition to a probe, Dafinone urged that adequate medical care, counselling and support be provided to injured passengers and affected families. He concluded his statement with a prayer for the departed and strength for those affected.
Niger Delta rights activist and environmental advocate, Chief (Comrade) Sheriff Mulade, Ph.D, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to urgently implement its final report on the Supreme Court-ordered ward and polling unit delineation in Warri Federal Constituency, warning that delays could trigger renewed tensions in the area. The renowned Delta State-born peace and development advocate commended the executive Governor of Delta State Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, for his administration proactive steps adopted to prevent the looming crisis among the various ethnic groups mainly the Ijaw, Itsekiri and Urhobo of Warri Federal Constituency. Mulade, who is the candidate…