*Says Urhobo benefiting fairly from Tantita security contract The leader Egbema Brotherhood (EBH), High Chief Promise Lawuru (aka Ozigizaga) has called on the leadership of the Urhobo Progressive Union (UPU) to paly ‘a fatherly role’ in national issues instead of succumbing to divisive ‘bring him down’ mentality. Alaowei Lawuru made this call in a press briefing at his country home in Egbema, weekend, while reacting to a recent statement by UPU leadership advocating for the cancellation of the Tantita Security Contract, awarded by the federal government. He expressed concern that such calls diminish the UPU’s standing as a premier…
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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.
Notable indigene and residents of Anambra state have restated their support for Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo second term in office for being exceptional in governance and service delivery. Speaking to journalists during the tour of notable infrastructure projects initiated and completed by the Soludo administration, some residents of Ekwulobia, beneficiaries of a flyover, ultra modern market and bus terminal declared their support for the governor. The tour of the projects garnered more support for the second term ambition of Governor Soludo from the residents as they expressed their satisfaction with the governor’s commitment to development and service delivery. They disclosed…
The Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, has reaffirmed the commitment of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration to equitable development across all parts of the state, dismissing claims that Udu Local Government Area has been sidelined. Speaking during an inspection tour of ongoing road projects in Udu, particularly the Bezi Road and drainage project linking Aladja to Ogbe-Ijoh, headquarters of Warri South West Local Government Area, Izeze said the presence of the administration in Udu is a clear demonstration of its dedication to inclusive infrastructure development. “We are here to assess the progress on this…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated Team Nigeria—represented by outstanding students from Delta State for emerging champions at the just-concluded World Schools Debate Championship held in Doha, Qatar. The Nigerian team, made up entirely of Delta students, outperformed top contenders from the State of Chicago, USA, and Qatar to clinch the coveted global title. In a gripping contest, they secured a 2–1 victory in the first round and followed it up with a flawless 3–0 performance in the final round, sealing the championship with an emphatic 5–1 aggregate score. The victorious team comprised Wisdom Chukwuma of Government…
Two years down the line, the Member Representing Ndokwa East in the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon Prince Emeka Osamuta, on Friday, June 4, 2025, briefed constituents on the journey so far, highlighting achievements made in the three core mandates of a Legislator. In what could be termed “State of the Constituency Address”, the mid-term briefing afforded Hon Osamuta another opportunity to keep the people abreast with developments in the constituency, including progress made, challenges, concerns and prospects for the future. According to the youthful Lawmaker, the core mandate of any legislator at all levels, is representation, law making…
LEADERSHIP of Okurowhe Community, Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State, yesterday, blasted some group of protesters calling for the removal of Chief Augustine Usinefe Ogedegbe, as the President General of the community, describing their actions as unacceptable and an act capable of causing disunity in the community. In a press statement released to Journalists yesterday, at Okurowhe community by the eldest man, Pa. John Atigolo, Secretary, Comrade Daniel Erhirhie, and other community leaders said Chief Augustine Ogedegbe remained their President General and that no individual or particular family can take decisions for the entire community. While condemning the action…
Stakeholders in Secondary Education in Delta State, on Friday, June 4, 2025, gathered in Asaba to brainstorm on ways to enhancing optimal service delivery in the system. Speakers at the one day training for teaching and non-teaching staff in the state’s secondary schools which was organized by the Post Primary Education Board, PPEB, all spoke in one voice on the need for teachers to align with modern practices to achieve the set goals. According to the organizers, the training with the theme “Improving Service Delivery Through Effective Classroom, Office Management for the Enhancement of the MORE Agenda in Secondary Education”,…
Delta State Labour Party (LP) House of Representatives candidate for Ughelli North/South and Udu Federal constituency U3, Mr. Akpobome Echero, has appealed to LP faithful not to be disturbed by the wave of political coalition sweeping across all political parties in the country. The House of Representatives candidate appealed on Thursday in Ughelli during a courtesy visit to the Hausa community in Ughelli, Ughelli North local area, Delta State. While appealing to Labour Party faithful to remain steadfast, he assured all party faithful members of victory in the 2027 general elections. “Labour Party in Delta State is very strong and…
The Delta State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to democratic ideals and openness to constructive criticism, describing such engagement as vital for growth and accountability. Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, stated this while addressing journalists in Asaba, noting that the Oborevwori-led administration welcomes honest feedback aimed at enhancing governance. Reacting to recent protests by some youths in Udu Local Government Area, he said that certain individuals were attempting to incite discontent through false narratives ahead of the elections. Flanked by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon; Director-General of the State Orientation…
In a major media engagement aimed at promoting transparency and excellence in leadership, the Guild of Online Media Editors and Publishers of Nigeria (GOMEP-NG) is set to embark on a high-level working visit to Anambra State. The visit, scheduled for Friday, June 27 to 28, 2025, will feature a tour of key projects executed under the administration of the state governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo. The delegation will be led by the National President of GOMEP-NG, Dr. Dozie, and the National Secretary, Comrade Otiti Akpovoke, alongside prominent members of the Organization drawn from across Nigeria. The media stakeholders are expected…