The Delta State Police Command has launched intelligence-driven operations in Warri, Ughelli, and Sapele, leading to the arrest of suspected armed robbers and cultists. The operations also led to the recovery of three firearms and 27 live cartridges. In Ughelli, the CP-Special Assignment Team led by ASP Julius Robinson, on February 27, arrested Oghenemaro Festus in Ekredjebor, Ughelli and a search on him yielded a pump-action gun with two live cartridges. The suspect is said to be among those linked to local house robberies, with gang members still at large. The CP-SAT, on March 1, 2026, also nabbed one Prince…
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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.
…Describes Late Benjamin Elue As Humble, Peace-Loving Statesman Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has described the late former Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Benjamin Elue, as a humble, and peace-loving leader whose life of service and integrity left an enduring legacy in the State. Chief Elue, died on Saturday at the age of 85. Speaking with deep emotion when he paid a condolence visit to the Elue family country home in Obior, Aniocha North, Governor Oborevwori said the passing of the former deputy governor came as a rude shock. The Governor who addressed the late former…
This followed an aborted monthly community meeting on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Okpe Hall, over allegations of actions deemed detrimental to the community’s interest, community members who had gathered at the Community Hall, discussed the development, and thereafter took a decision on the way forward.
The All Progressives Congress (APC), Delta State chapter, has announced that its State Congress will hold on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the Cenotaph along High Court Road, Asaba. In a press statement issued by the State Publicity Secretary, Valentine Onojeghuo Esq., the party said the congress would commence at 10 a.m. and is being convened in line with the party’s constitution and the guidelines for the conduct of nationwide congresses as approved by the National Working Committee. According to the statement, the State Working Committee of the APC in Delta State, under the chairmanship of Elder Omeni Sobotie, is…
“Come 2027, our senator will return to Abuja and remain there until 2031. That is what we stand for,” Okpigbe declared, drawing applause from party faithful present at the meeting.
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Deputy Governor of the state, Chief Benjamin Elue, who died at the age of 85. Governor Oborevwori described the late elder statesman as a loyal patriot, seasoned administrator and committed party man whose contributions to the growth and stability of Delta State would remain indelible in the annals of its history. Chief Elue served as Deputy Governor to former Governor James Ibori between 1999 and 2007. During his time in office, he was known for his humility, dedication to duty and unwavering loyalty to…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Saturday inaugurated series of landmark projects at Southern Delta University, Ozoro, as part of events marking the institution’s maiden convocation ceremony. Among the projects commissioned were a block of science laboratories, the Faculty of Computing Complex, the Pa James Odhokpa Izomor Engineering Workshops comprising 10 fully equipped workshops donated by Engineer Godwin Izomor, male and female hostels, and the Faculty of Medical Sciences building constructed by the Delta State Government. Inaugurating the projects, Governor Oborevwori expressed gratitude to God for the milestone and lauded the university for its steady growth within a…
By Godwin-Maria Utuedoye The Delta State Police Command, led by CP Aina Adesola, has dismantled a notorious kidnap syndicate and nabbed an armed suspect, recovering two AK-47 rifles, a locally made gun, and live ammunition in swift operations. The operation which took place in Ughelli, had three suspects handed over by the Ughelli Area Commander, including Usman Ayuba (22) apprehended at Iyede Community), Ibrahim Abubakar (22) of Akwa Ibom State, and Haruna Dahiru aka Bodere (23) also apprehended at Iyede Community. They were all arrested by the CP Special Assignment Team The suspects had on February 26, at about 8:10…
The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, on Thursday led the Itsekiri nation in a grand reception for Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, conferring on her the prestigious chieftaincy title of Utukpa-Oritse of Warri Kingdom meaning Bearer of Light and Prosperity. At a colourful ceremony held at his palace and witnessed by a jubilant crowd, the revered monarch described the First Lady’s visit as “divinely ordained” and symbolic of a new season of unity, healing and alignment for the Niger Delta and Nigeria at large. “This is not by accident. This moment reflects God’s unique plan. Your life and service…
Senator Ede Dafinone (Delta Central) has congratulated Tunji Disu on his appointment as Acting Inspector-General of Police (IGP) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing it as well-deserved recognition to his professionalism and dedication. In a statement released Thursday, Dafinone praised Disu’s career ascent, marked by discipline, courage, and leadership that have built national trust. “This elevation reflects his longstanding commitment to the Nigeria Police Force,” the senator said, noting Disu’s readiness to lead during tough times. Senator Dafinone also spotlighted Disu’s integrity, competence, and grasp of modern policing challenges, predicting they will drive real improvements. “As you assume this important…