By Nelson Agbajor The Senator representing the good people of Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has been conferred with the distinguished traditional title of “Garkuwa Gamji” by Alhaji Farouq Umar in recognition of his longstanding support and commitment to the Gamji Emirate. The conferment ceremony, held under the auspices of the Gamji Emirate, celebrated Senator Dafinone’s contributions to strengthening unity and fostering collaboration across regional lines in Nigeria. In his remarks, Senator Dafinone expressed deep gratitude for the honour, describing it as a powerful reminder of the enduring importance of unity and shared purpose in nation-building. He noted that…
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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.
Prominent Ijaw leader and environmental rights advocate, Chief (Comrade) Mulade Sheriff (PhD), has urgently appealed to Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, to rethink and expand the distribution of projects under the state’s over ₦400 billion infrastructure plan. Mulade, wants fairer inclusion for Ijaw communities, which contribute massively to the state’s economy. In a weekend press statement reacting to the Delta State Executive Council’s approved projects, Chief Mulade noted that while many areas benefited, Ijaw riverine and rural zones seem largely overlooked. These communities generate about 90% of the funds through oil, gas, and the blue economy, yet they…
The prospect of a second term for Senator Ede Dafinone as the representative of Delta Central Senatorial District is more than a political milestone; it represents a strategic opportunity for the Urhobo Nation. Having gained valuable legislative experience and national visibility during his first term, he now stands as a ranking senator with greater influence in the National Assembly. This elevated status places him in a stronger position to attract development, shape policy, and advance the interests of his constituents. For many across Delta Central, his re-election in 2027 offers the promise of continuity, stability, and accelerated progress. One of…
By Akpos Oghentega, In the unfolding leadership crisis in Sapele-Okpe Community, one figure has again emerged as a decisive and influential voice for the Urhobo Nation — Senator Ede Dafinone, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District. Many observers say his quiet but firm intervention played a pivotal role in the decision by the His Royal Majesty, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), Orhue I, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, to suspend the Community Chairman’s controversial amendments of the community’s constitution and equally halt indefinitely his attempt to create a fifth quarter in the Sapele Okpe Community in Sapele Local Government Area…
…To Build 25 Divisional Headquarters For State Police, SPU Base The Delta State Government, Friday, approved projects worth over ₦400 billion for the construction, rehabilitation, and upgrading of roads and other critical infrastructure across the state, in a move aimed at improving transportation, enhancing security, boosting economic activities, and strengthening connectivity among communities. The approvals were granted during the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Briefing journalists after the State Executive Council meeting, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, said the projects span multiple local government areas including Warri South,…
…Step Down Or Face Impeachment The NUJ Warri Correspondents’ Chapel has passed a resounding vote of no confidence in Delta State Council Chairman Churchill Oyowe, slamming him for alleged constitutional breaches that threaten the chapel’s March 16, 2026, election. At an emergency congress on March 11 in Warri, Delta State, members condemned Oyowe’s actions as undermining democracy and violating the NUJ Constitution 2023 (Amended), which he swore to uphold. The chapel’s communiqué—signed by Communiqué Drafting Committee Chairman Joe Ogbodu, Secretary Onyeka Meleuwa, member Sunny Ariegwe, Chapel Chair Victor Okpomor, and Secretary Edeki Igafe, explained their grievances. One of the accusations…
The distinction between merely having a senator and having a ranking senator is profound. While a senator may face limitations in accessing vital opportunities, a ranking senator enjoys nearly limitless access to resources and influence that can significantly enhance the lives of his constituents. Throughout the years, we have witnessed the stark contrast in the impact of a senator versus that of a ranking senator. The latter possesses the power to unlock a wealth of opportunities and drive the dividends of democracy directly to the people. As the 2027 elections draw near, it is imperative for the Urhobo nation to…
By Akpos Oghentega, In the buildup to the 2011 general elections, the late Senator Professor Adego Eferakeya issued a stern, prophetic warning to the Urhobo nation. He spoke of a quiet but devastating peril: the danger of lacking a “ranking senator” in the Nigerian National Assembly. As a member of his media campaign team during that era, I sat in the front row of history, listening as he articulated a reality that many political observers ignore to their own detriment. Senator Eferakeya was unambiguous—the Urhobo nation, despite its numerical strength and economic contributions, was often a “lone voice” in the…
The State Wing Executive Council (SWEC) of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Delta State Wing, has resolved to exercise restraint in the face of growing calls for industrial action by teachers, opting instead to allow on-going dialogue with government and other education stakeholders to continue. The decision was reached during a SWEC meeting held recently at Teacher’s house in Asaba , where the leadership briefed members on the efforts being made to address issues affecting teachers across the state. Addressing the session, the State Chairman of the union, Comrade Dickson Poubeni, reiterated his earlier commitment to constructive engagement and…
The Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), Orhue I, has suspended the controversial amendment of the Sapele-Okpe Community constitution and the creation of a purported fifth quarter that recently triggered tensions within the community. The royal directive followed a stakeholders’ meeting convened at the Orodje’s Palace in Orerokpe, Delta State, aimed at resolving the crisis surrounding the leadership of the community and the alleged unilateral constitutional changes by the executive led by Chief Onoriode Temiagin. The revered Monarch, who is also the Chairman of the Delta State Traditional Rulers Council, had, through the Secretary of the Okpe…