In the nuanced terrain of Delta Central politics, where endorsements are often weighed against personal interests, political convenience, and bargaining, the recent remarks by HRM, Emmanuel Ekemejewa Sideso, Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, on the person and character of Senator Ede Dafinone , stand out as both significant and instructive. The symbolic and dignified event became more than a literary celebration. With the monarch’s remarks during the launch of his autobiography, Odyssey of Royalty, it evolved into a moment of political reflection and leadership appraisal. In a climate where public praise is sometimes transactional, when a monarch known for discipline, candor,…
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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.
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to renowned businessman and philanthropist, High Chief Dr. Matt Offeh, Eni 1 of Irri Kingdom, as he marks his 60th birth anniversary, describing him as a towering figure in enterprise, community development and regional advancement. In a congratulatory message signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor praised the Irri-Isoko-born entrepreneur for his remarkable contributions to the economic growth and social transformation of the Niger Delta, particularly the Isoko nation. Governor Oborevwori said High Chief Offeh’s diamond jubilee is not only a celebration of a worthy…
The Delta State Government has announced the successful completion of the reconstruction and asphalt overlay of failed sections of the 32.5-kilometre Emu-Obodeti-Abbi-Abraka Road, a key artery linking communities in Ndokwa West and Ethiope East Local Government Areas. The State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, disclosed this on Tuesday during an inspection of the project, which stretches from Emu-Obodeti Junction to Abraka. He was accompanied by the Functioning Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Engr. Solomon Aghagba. The project, executed by Bryhilvan Integrated, was awarded on September 16, 2025, at a contract sum of N2,681,236,071.75. According to…
In a determined move to guarantee that students across Delta State fully benefit from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), the Honourable Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, on Tuesday led a high-level monitoring team to the College of Education, Warri, to assess the implementation of the scheme. The inspection, which took place on February 24, 2026, forms part of a statewide compliance exercise initiated in line with the directive of the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori. The Governor had emphasized the need for strict adherence to the NELFUND framework to ensure that no eligible Delta…
In a statement jointly signed by CAMPAN National President, Chimdi Oluoha, and the Secretary, Godwin-Maria Utuedoye, noted that Bishop Musa’s election as Bishop Chairman of Communication marks a strategic step in strengthening the Church’s communication structures at both national and diocesan levels as he assumes responsibility for overseeing the communication activities of the Bishops’ Conference, while also coordinating communication efforts across Catholic dioceses throughout Nigeria
By Nelson Agbajor The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing the long-standing ecological challenges confronting Ugbokodo community in Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State, pledging concrete and speedy intervention to tackle shoreline erosion, flooding and environmental degradation in the oil-producing host community. This assurance was given by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, when he received a high-powered delegation from Okpe Kingdom led by His Royal Majesty, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd.), Orhue I, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, at his office in Abuja. The delegation included Senator Ede Dafinone, who…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm congratulations to renowned entrepreneur and Chairman of Skyward Resources Group, High Chief Eta Enahoro, as he marks his 63rd birth anniversary. Governor Oborevwori in a goodwill message issued in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, hailed the Oyede-Isoko-born industrialist as an astute businessman, visionary investor and compassionate benefactor whose impact has resonated across many communities. He noted that Enahoro’s enterprise, resilience and generosity have positively transformed numerous lives. Governor Oborevwori also commended the Iyasere of Oyede Kingdom for his steadfast commitment to the development of Isoko land…
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…
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.…