An online comedian who goes by the moniker “Panraran” has for long been a face known for clowning and buffoonery. Some enjoy him, others simply ignore him. His recent outing in which he took on Chief Great Ogboru, a Chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) shows that he has bowed to paymasters who have engaged him as a hireling for a cyberstalking mission against a man often referred to as the “Peoples General”. Panraran’s online stage drama smacks of hate speech for several reasons. In the first place, Chief Great Ogboru has not declared an intention to run for…
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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.
The Senator representing Delta Central, Ede Dafinone, on Thursday declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sapele Local Government Area has closed the chapter on internal divisions, insisting that the party is repositioning itself around strength, structure and unity ahead of future elections. Dafinone spoke at the Sapele Sports Stadium during the APC LGA Congress held on February 21, 2026, where new local government executives emerged through what party leaders described as a consensus arrangement. The exercise was conducted by APC Returning Officer Blessing Akamugbe, with an official of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) present. In attendance were…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State has elected a new executive to pilot the affairs of the party ahead of the 2027 general elections, with party leaders projecting a massive electoral turnaround in the council. Comrade Lucky Ofomukoro emerged as chairman of the LGA chapter through a consensus arrangement ratified at the congress held on Saturday, following earlier ward congresses conducted across the 11 wards in the local government. Declaring the new executive duly elected, the Returning Officer, Mr. Nick Ovakporia, said the process complied with the party’s laid-down rules and regulations.…
…A word of commendation Driving through Ughelli Main Market a few days ago caught my eye in the best way as from Okorodafe Junction to Adagharagba Junction and beyond, the roads felt wide open like it used to be in years past. Vehicles parked easily, and market women and other traders who once clogged walkways and spilled onto the road were still selling, but the astonishing thing was that they have stayed out of the roads and part of the walkways even when no enforcement officers or task force was on sight at that moment, but yet everyone seems to…
By Emmanuel Ogheneochuko Arodovwe_ The Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom HRM Dr. Emmanuel Ekemejewa Sideso JP, OON, Abe I, has commended the senator representing the people of Delta Central Senator Ede Dafinone for his easy accessibility and responsiveness. He made the remark after the launch of his autobiography _Odyssey of Royalty_, held at his palace on the 14th of February, 2026. Among other things, His Royal Majesty said Dafinone’s humility, forthrightness and accessibility was worthy of commendation. He noted further that the senator takes calls and responds to text messages promptly. And when he misses calls, he returns them as soon…
By Reverend Father Vincent Kuagbogho, a Catholic Priest of Warri Diocese Whatever you have to tell me, say it now because the grave has it not- Very Reverend Father JohnMark Ikpiki, of Blessed Memory. I remembered those words when i saw this post of a Catholic Priest in Facebook. Listen to him; “During Mass, as I incensed the closed casket, a thought pierced me: he will never speak again. Seventy-five years lived, and now forever silent. No apologies, no laughter, no whispered “I love you.” It does mean that after our death, we are, but just nothing but dust. Even…
54 students of Borno State are currently on their way to achieving their life time dream following the state Governor Babagana Zulum, generous approval of a massive N12.9 billion scholarship to aide their careers in the skies. The funds according to an aide of the governor will sponsor the 54 studies in Aeronautics, Engineering, and Pilot training at the Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management. The program is said to kick off with basic pilot training for all, in addition to specialized tracks. It was disclosed that 10 students will study Aerospace Engineering, 11 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering,…
The decisive resolutions were reached during the Chapel’s February Congress held on Thursday, 19, 2026, at the Secretariat in Asaba, where members reaffirmed unwavering support for the current leadership while charting a clear course toward a credible and transparent electoral process.
…As Aniamaka Preaches Hope, Assures Christians of God’s Unfailing Love The Archdeacon of St. John’s Anglican Church, Okwe, Asaba, Venerable Celestine Aniamaka, has assured Christians that nothing can separate them from the love of God in Christ Jesus, urging believers to remain steadfast despite life’s trials and challenges. Venerable Aniamaka gave the charge on Thursday, during the Service of Songs held in honour of Mr. Matthew Ochei, late Delta State Correspondent of Punch Newspapers, at St. John’s Anglican Church, Okwe. Preaching from Romans 8:35–39, the cleric emphasized the powerful assurance of God’s unfailing love, declaring that neither trouble, persecution, sickness,…
By Ovasa Ogaga, As the 2027 political horizon begins to take shape, the Urhobo Nation finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. In an era where political expediency often trumps ethnic interest, the need for a representative who transcends mere titles has never been more urgent. For the people of Delta Central, the quest for a “voice” isn’t about finding someone who can simply speak, but finding a leader whose words carry the weight of action, courage, and unyielding loyalty to his roots. Senator Ede Dafinone has emerged not just as a legislator, but as a shield for the Urhobo interests.…