Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Elder Godsday Orubebe, on the occasion of his 67th birth anniversary. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, on Saturday, Governor Oborevwori described Orubebe as a distinguished statesman, accomplished public servant, and respected leader whose contributions to the development of the Niger Delta region and Delta State remain remarkable. The governor commended the former minister for his years of dedicated service to the nation, particularly during his tenure as Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, where he played a significant role…
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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.
Delta State renowned peace ambassador and development advocate, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, PhD, has expressed deep concern over the rising tension in Warri and its environs saying that peace in the oil city is more important than his personal political ambition. The Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC, candidate in the recently concluded party primaries, expressed displeasure over the actions of various individuals who are whipping up ethnic sentiments, engaging in blackmail, and using inciting words over the outcome of a party primary, rather than concentrating on winning the 2027 general elections. It has become pertinent to strongly appeal to all residents and…
Troops from Headquarters 63 Brigade/Sector 1 Joint Task Force, South-South Operation DELTA SAFE recovered seven rifles and two motorcycles during a raid at an abandoned police station in Ibusa, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, military officials said. The operation, carried out on 4 June 2026, followed credible intelligence indicating arms were being stored at the site. Military sources said the weapons and motorcycles were found concealed inside the deserted police facility. Brigadier General Moronfolu Abdulmoshood Shonibare, Commander of 63 Brigade, praised the conducting troops for their resilience and professionalism and urged them to maintain the current operational…
…He came to my room while my husband was away to beat me, matchet my head and hands-Teacher A heavily pregnant Catholic teacher in Imo State Nigeria, has been seriously assaulted and injured after a parent, Mr. Onyedicachi Wali, allegedly attacked her at her home in retaliation for disciplining his child, residents and the teacher’s family narrated. According to the teacher identified as Mrs. Clementina Godswill, the confrontation occurred after school hours following an incident in which she said she flogged the pupil for poor behaviour. The parent allegedly forced his way into the teacher’s home, beat her and used…
Godwin-Maria Utuedoye Delta State-born development advocate and environmental rights activist, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, PhD, has urged Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, to deliberately include riverine host communities in the state’s infrastructure plans, warning that longstanding neglect of those areas risks undermining the region’s economic potential. Mulade, the Ibe-Serimowei of the oil-rich Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West LGA and the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for the Warri Federal Constituency, said the Ijaw and Itsekiri communities that dominate the state’s riverine zones are largely excluded from major people‑oriented projects despite contributing the bulk of the state’s revenue through oil, gas and blue‑economy activities.…
The police boss further issued a uniform and appearance directive, mandating that all officers present themselves smartly and wear name tags on uniforms or approved tactical vests. He said officers who fail to display name tags will face sanctions and their supervising officers will likewise be held accountable.
By Peter Ajayi Dada Archbishop Alfred Adewale Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos and Bishop John Oyejola, of the Catholic Diocese of Osogbo led over 150 Catholic priests from various dioceses across Nigeria to celebrate the funeral Mass for the late Very Rev. Msgr. Gabriel Sunday Osu, on May 28, 2026 at the Holy Cross Cathedral, Lagos. He died on May 8, 2026 after a prolonged illness. The Holy Mass which started at 10 .00a.m had in attendance Religious. Sisters from the various congregations, Papa Knights and medalists, parishioners from various Catholic parishes across the archdiocese and other neighbouring…
Archbishop Martins Of Lagos Archdiocese Describes Late Msgr. Gabriel Osu As A Compassionate Priest, committed To The Care Of Children, Youths By Tony Agbugba The Archbishop of the Metropolitan See of Lagos, Most Rev. Dr. Alfred Adewale Martins, has described the former Director of Social Communications of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos, Very Rev. Msgr. Gabriel Osu, as a dedicated priest committed to the care of children and youths. Speaking at the funeral Mass of the late priest held at the Holy Cross Cathedral, Lagos, the Archbishop, who was the chief celebrant, described Msgr. Osu as a committed and dedicated…
…Assures On Phase II Of Utagba-Uno/Ndemili Road Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday inaugurated three road projects with a combined length of about 18 kilometres in Ndokwa West Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to infrastructure development and reiterating support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu. The projects inaugurated include; the 4.5-kilometre Obi-Ibabu/Ibabu Road in Onicha-Ukwuani, Phase One of the 5-kilometre Utagba-Uno/Ndemili Road, and the 8.4-kilometre Etua-Ukpo/Etua-Etiti/Etua-Oliogo Road. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony at Utagba-Uno, Governor Oborevwori expressed appreciation to the host communities, traditional rulers, community leaders, stakeholders and residents for their warm reception despite the…
Frontline political candidate Chief Sheriff Mulade, Ph.D., has issued a scathing warning to political opponents to immediately cease spreading false news and misinformation claiming he has withdrawn from the 2027 House of Representatives election for Warri Federal Constituency. The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) aspirant, widely regarded as one of the most acceptable candidates for the constituency, made the clarion call in a statement released Tuesday by his Media and Campaign Director, Comrade Friday Ugedi. Mulade’s statement came in response to a misleading publication circulating on social media and internet platforms falsely claiming that Mulade had withdrawn from the 2027 contest.…