…As Delta Signs MoU With REA Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, reaffirmed his administration’s readiness to harness renewable energy solutions as a catalyst for industrial growth, rural development, and inclusive economic opportunities across the state. Speaking at the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) State-by-State Roundtable Engagement with Delta State, held at Abuja, Governor Oborevwori said the engagement’s theme, “Unlocking Distributed Energy Investments for Industrial Growth and Inclusive Access in Delta State,” aligns with the state’s Medium-Term Development Plan (2024–2027) and the MORE Agenda. He stressed that reliable electricity remains “a cornerstone for unlocking productivity, attracting investments, and enhancing…
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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.
Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has condemned in a strong terms the inhuman and barbaric assault on a serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Miss Edema Jennifer Elohor, in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State. In a statement signed by him, Dafinone described “The cruel actions perpetrated by armed operatives of Operation Udo Ga-Achi, otherwise known as the Agunechemba Vigilante Group as a grave violation of her dignity and rights but also an affront to the ideals of national service and unity”. A viral video in circulation has shown…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with law enforcement agencies to enhance security and development across the state. The Governor, who was represented by the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Darlington Ijeh, stated this at the inauguration of the Kokori Progressive Union Secretariat in Ethiope East Local Government Area. Oborevwori described the inauguration as not only a milestone for the Kokori people but also a significant security statement, especially with the involvement of the Nigerian Navy. According to him, the Navy has consistently demonstrated a strong sense of responsibility in…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the immediate release of ₦10 billion to clear outstanding pension arrears owed retirees in the state. The Governor disclosed this on Tuesday during a meeting with the Pension Board, led by the Chairman, Bureau of State Pensions, Sir Edwin Ogidi-Gbegbaje, and the State Chairman of the Association of Contributory Retirees, Comrade Anthony Ozu Osanekwu. Oborevwori said he convened the meeting to address pressing issues concerning the welfare of retirees, including payment of backlogs and migration challenges under the contributory pension scheme. Highlighting the strides of his administration, the Governor stated that…
…Commiserate With The Yilwatda Family Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has sent his condolences to the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, on the demise of his mother, Mama Lydia Yilwatda. In a message issued on Tuesday, Dafinone described the loss as one that goes beyond the Yilwatda family, noting that Mama Lydia’s life of service, kindness, and devotion touched many within her community and the church. He recalled Mama Lydia’s lifelong dedication alongside her late husband, Reverend Toma Goshewe Yilwatda, to the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN), where they both…
A renowned peace and development advocate in the Niger Delta region, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, Ph.D, has urged the Ijaw and the Itsekiri ethnic nationalities of Delta State to foster bonds of unity and friendship so as to attract investors to their areas for positive development and growth. Comrade Mulade, made the call while speaking to some leaders from the Ijaw and Itsekiri ethnic groups in Warri. He appealed to the leaders from both ethnic nationalities to embrace peace, to unite, and to let love lead in their collective pursuit for sustainable development, devoid of bias and ethnic supremacy, which he…
…Beneficiaries To Enjoy Free Healthcare Services Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Monday, flagged off the Widows Welfare Scheme, a landmark initiative designed to provide financial and healthcare support for 10,000 widows across the state. The ceremony, held at the Events Centre in Asaba, marked a significant step in the Governor’s MORE Agenda to uplift vulnerable groups and promote inclusive governance. Speaking at the event, Governor Oborevwori recalled his long-standing commitment to the welfare of widows both in his private life and public service. He described widowhood as a painful circumstance that is never a choice, stressing that…
The Unity meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ethiope East local government area held on Sunday, enveloped with crises as the Ethiope East Council Chairman, Mr. Augustine Ogedegbe, refused Ovu Ward 5 accepting the party’s symbol of broom from the Ethiope East APC leader, Chief Love Ojakovo, asserting that Chief Bernard Edewor remains his leader. This incident which led to serious disagreement and crises among Ovu new APC and leaders of old APC came up when Chief Love Ojakovo and the Ovu APC Ward Chairman, Mr Joseph Ituge who made attempt to present the broom to the new members…
The Delta State Police Command has on Saturday, August 16, during a stop and search operation arrested one Bassey Udoh ’36’ (m) at about 0511hrs along the DBS Road, off custom market, Asaba by the Operatives of Rapid Response Squad with a cross bag. The suspect on sighting the Police became uncomfortable and this gave the Police men the hunch to search him on the spot. Upon the search of the suspect, an English Beretta pistol was recovered as preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect is part of a syndicate that usually breaks into people’s homes and cart away their…
Rt. Hon. Dr. Ossai Nicholas Ossai (centre), former Member of the House of Representatives, with panelists and discussants including Godfrey Chukwudifu Osakwe, FNIPR; Barr. Thomas Otunuya Anigara; Chief Monday Ogheneruona Itoghor; Tpl. Oguafor Innocent Ifeanyi; Odih Christian Udoka; ESV. Mike Mbagwu, FNIVS; Barr. Ngozi Chukura, and Moderator Joy Anthonia Ochei ASABA/Nigeria: The former member of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Dr. Ossai Nicholas Ossai, and a three-term federal lawmaker who represented the Ndokwa/Ukwuani Federal Constituency, has been named Chairman of the 12th Anniversary celebration of Ndokwa Reporters and the maiden edition of the Bel Media Dialogue. The landmark event…