Delta Central Senatorial aspirant of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Prof. (Olorogun) Alexander O. Akpodiete, has formally challenged the conduct of the party’s recently concluded Delta Central Senatorial Primary Election. In a petition submitted to the NDC Appeals Committee that was received by the Appeal Committee in Abuja, Akpodiete expressed confidence that the party’s internal democratic mechanisms would deliver justice and fairness. It would be recalled, Prof Alexander, had last Friday, participated in the NDC senatorial primary alongside other aspirants that are jostling for the Delta Central senatorial seat According to Akpodiete, “The decision to seek redress through the party’s…
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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.
The Delta State Police Command announced on Sunday that its officers arrested five suspects in two separate operations last week and recovered a locally made revolver pistol and ten bags of substances suspected to be Indian hemp. Police said the first operation occurred on 30 May, 2026, at about 0530hrs when a surveillance team attached to the Asaba Area Command intercepted three men behind the NTA Asaba compound during a routine patrol. The suspects were identified as Musa Sule, (22) Moses Sunday, (26) and Osama Ibrahim, (25). The arrests and recoveries were confirmed in a press release issued by According…
…Commends the maturity and peaceful conduct of NDC primaries across the state Former Deputy Senate President in the 9th Assembly, Sen. Ovie Omo-Agege, and the Urhobo Coordinator of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), Mr Johnny Obakpororo, massively secured the votes of their constituents in the just-concluded NDC primaries held in all the wards of Delta Central and Ughelli/Udu federal constituency. Sen. Omo-Agege, who is seeking re-election to the National House of Assembly on the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), expressed joy at the overwhelming support given to him, adding that the people’s will has spoken. “They believe…
Comrade Sheriff Mulade, PhD, has emerged winner of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) primary for Warri Federal Constituency, declaring his victory a mandate from the people and dedicating it to God. Mulade, an environmental rights activist and peace advocate, thanked delegates, supporters and constituents in a statement made available to journalists on Saturday. He described the result of Friday’s primary in Delta State as evidence of the electorate’s confidence, trust and acceptance. Humbled by the outcome, Mulade pledged to deliver “people-oriented, responsive representation” if elected at the general poll. He said the victory belongs to every resident of the constituency…
Guild of Online Editors and Publishers of Nigeria GOMEP, has scheduled a high powered delegation of it’s national leadership on a courtesy visit to a renowned legal luminary and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Dr. Monday Ubani. The delegation is set to be led by Comr. Akpovoke Otiti, the National President of the body amongst other National Officers to Umuahia, the Abia State capital, with the aim to honour Dr. Ubani, for his unwavering commitment to justice, the rule of law, and the protection of civil liberties in Nigeria. According to a statement issued by GOMEP, the association considers Dr. Ubani,…
…As Apostle Selman Ministers At Delta Thanksgiving, Praise Day Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday attributed the successes recorded by his administration over the past three years to the grace, wisdom and mercy of God. He declared that the state’s development strides were achieved without borrowing a kobo and amid prudent management of resources. Speaking at the 2026 Delta State Thanksgiving and Praise Day held at the Dome Event Centre, Asaba, the governor said the occasion was an opportunity to appreciate God for His faithfulness and guidance as the administration marks its third anniversary in office. Addressing a…
By Nkem Nwaeke, Chief Press Secretary to Rt Hon Emomotimi Guwor On May 29, 2026, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori will mark three years as Governor of Delta State. For a man who served two terms from 2015 to 2023 in the Delta State House of Assembly and rose to become Speaker before his election as Governor, the anniversary carries a deeper meaning. It is not just a milestone of Executive performance, but a testament to his understanding of the Legislature as the first arm of government and engine room of democracy. Since assuming office in 2023, Governor…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, Chief Solomon Arenyeka, as he marks his 69th birth anniversary. Governor Oborevwori in a congratulatory message released on Thursday in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described Arenyeka as a seasoned politician and respected leader whose contributions to party politics and the development of Delta State remain remarkable. He noted that the APC chairman has over the years distinguished himself through purposeful leadership, political maturity, and dedication to the advancement of democratic ideals in…
As part of activities marking the third anniversary of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration, the Delta State Government will on Friday, May 29, 2026, hold a statewide Praise and Thanksgiving Service to appreciate God for peace, unity and developmental strides recorded across the state. The event, tagged Delta State Praise and Thanksgiving Day 2026, is scheduled to take place at the Dome Event Centre, Asaba, by 10:00 a.m., with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori serving as Chief Host. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, urging Deltans from all…
Delta State — Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR, KSJI, the former Deputy President of the 9th Senate and Obarisi of Urhoboland, has resigned his membership of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the senator’s office announced on Wednesday. In a resignation letter addressed to the Chairman of Orogun Ward 2, Ughelli North Local Government Area, Omo-Agege said the decision follows a review of recent developments within the APC in Delta State and consultations with his associates and supporters. He said those conversations convinced him that his political objectives and the interests of his constituents in Delta Central would be better advanced outside…