Author: SouthernVoiceNews

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.

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

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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.…

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…A word of commendation Driving through Ughelli Main Market a few days ago caught my eye in the best way as from Okorodafe Junction to Adagharagba Junction and beyond, the roads felt wide open like it used to be in years past. Vehicles parked easily, and market women and other traders who once clogged walkways and spilled onto the road were still selling, but the astonishing thing was that they have stayed out  of the roads and part of the walkways even when no enforcement officers or task force was on sight at that moment, but yet everyone seems to…

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By Emmanuel Ogheneochuko Arodovwe_ The Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom HRM Dr. Emmanuel Ekemejewa Sideso JP, OON, Abe I, has commended the senator representing the people of Delta Central Senator Ede Dafinone for his easy accessibility and responsiveness. He made the remark after the launch of his autobiography _Odyssey of Royalty_, held at his palace on the 14th of February, 2026. Among other things, His Royal Majesty said Dafinone’s humility, forthrightness and accessibility was worthy of commendation. He noted further that the senator takes calls and responds to text messages promptly. And when he misses calls, he returns them as soon…

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By Reverend Father Vincent Kuagbogho, a  Catholic Priest of Warri  Diocese  Whatever you have to tell me, say it now because the grave has it not- Very Reverend Father JohnMark Ikpiki, of Blessed Memory.  I remembered those words when i saw this post of a Catholic Priest in Facebook.  Listen to him; “During Mass, as I incensed the closed casket, a thought pierced me: he will never speak again. Seventy-five years lived, and now forever silent.  No apologies, no laughter, no whispered “I love you.” It does mean that after our death, we are, but just nothing but dust. Even…

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54 students of Borno State are currently on their way to achieving their life time dream following the state Governor Babagana Zulum, generous approval of a massive N12.9 billion scholarship to aide their careers in the skies. The funds according to an aide of the governor will sponsor the 54 studies in Aeronautics, Engineering, and Pilot training at  the Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management. The program is said to kick off with basic pilot training for all, in addition to specialized tracks. It was disclosed that 10 students will study  Aerospace Engineering, 11 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering,…

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