President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Saturday reaffirmed strong institutional and governmental backing for the Nigeria Police Force as the 15th Biennial Police Games (BIPOGA 2026) hosted by Delta State were formally declared opened in Asaba. President Ahmed Bola Tinubu who was represented by the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd.), described the Games as a strategic platform for building a professional, disciplined and performance driven Police Force, stressing that security remains the bedrock of Nigeria’s economic growth, social stability and national confidence. “Service is not defined merely by authority or uniform, but by character, competence and…
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Issele-Uku, Delta State — Claims emerging from Issele-Uku have placed Chi-Chi Ojei, daughter of the late businessman and philanthropist Chief Nuel Ojei, at the center of a growing family dispute involving legitimacy and inheritance. According to accounts attributed to Afoma, a sister of the deceased, Chi-Chi Ojei was allegedly conceived before the marriage between Chief Nuel Ojei and his wife, Vivian Ojei. The claim further suggests that while the late businessman may have been aware of the circumstances, he chose to remain silent in order to avoid public sentiment and controversy. Chi-Chi Ojei previously served as Executive Director of Finance…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, HRM Emmanuel Sideso (JP), OON, Abe I, on the occasion of his 18th coronation anniversary, describing his reign as impactful, stabilising and development-driven. Oborevwori in a statement issued in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, commended the revered monarch for his steadfast leadership, which he said has transformed Uvwie Kingdom into a haven of peace and a destination for investors. Governor Oborevwori noted that since ascending the ancient throne of his forebears eighteen years ago, the monarch has provided purposeful leadership that has…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The Executive Council of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association Worldwide (UIAA), led by its Acting President, Dr. Terrumun Hembaor Gajir, has extended warm and heartfelt birthday felicitations to former President of the Association, Prof. Anthony Kemi Emina, in celebration of his special day. In a goodwill message issued on behalf of the global alumni body, the Exco described Prof. Emina as “a dependable leader” whose tenure was marked by stability, unity and purposeful direction for the Association. According to Dr. Gajir, Prof. Emina’s leadership remains a reference point within the UIAA Worldwide, as…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated erstwhile Editor of Vanguard Newspapers and Publisher of The NewsGuru Online, Mr. Mideno Bayagbon, as he clocks 65 years on Saturday. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor described Bayagbon as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished journalists whose illustrious career has left an indelible mark on the media landscape. Governor Oborevwori lauded the Jeddo-Okpe-born media icon for his outstanding contributions to the journalism profession, noting that his decades of dedicated service, editorial depth, and unwavering commitment to truth and ethical reporting have inspired generations…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has been honoured as the overall Governor of the Year 2025 by New Telegraph Newspapers Limited in recognition of what the organisers described as his remarkable infrastructural achievements and transformative leadership in the state. The award was presented at the New Telegraph Awards/Dinner Night 2025 held at the Ballroom of the Lagos Oriental Hotel, Lagos, on Friday. Governor Oborevwori was represented at the event by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme. According to the organisers, the Delta governor was selected for “astonishing even his most ardent critics” through massive infrastructural development recorded across the…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Kayode Adebowale, has led a wave of glowing tributes to former President of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA) Worldwide, Prof. Anthony Kemi Emina, as he marked his birthday. In a heartfelt goodwill message, the Vice Chancellor fondly addressed the celebrant as “Baba Emina,” praying for renewed strength, wisdom and grace for the years ahead. “May the Lord continue to grant you commensurate strength, wisdom and grace both for today and tomorrow of your life, sir. May He continue to keep and sustain you. May…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr Warm tributes poured in from eminent academics, alumni leaders and associates across Nigeria and beyond as former President of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA) Worldwide, Prof. Anthony Kemi Emina, marked his birthday amid glowing commendations of his leadership and service. Prof. Emina, who also holds the traditional title of Odi Ega I of Ebu Kingdom, was celebrated for his unwavering commitment to the alumni body and his impactful contributions to academia and community development. The Immediate Past President of UIAA Worldwide, Prof. Elsie Olufunke Adewoye, described the celebrant as a “very committed…
His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has asserted that ethical leadership and strong institutions remain the surest path to peace, justice and sustainable development. President Tinubu made this known on Friday at the Global Council for Political Renewal (GCPR) Conference held in Cape Town, South Africa. He was represented at the conference by the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris. Presenting Nigeria’s position on good governance, institutional reforms, and human rights, President Tinubu said ethical political conduct is no longer optional in a divided, fast-changing world. “We are living in a time of deep political and…
In the timeless words of James Oppenheim, “The foolish man seeks happiness in the distance, but the wise grows it under his feet.” These immortal words aptly capture the essence of the honour bestowed upon Chief Christian Amuta and Ezinne Agatha Bardi, two distinguished indigenes of Akwukwu-Igbo, who were today, Friday 13, 2026, conferred with the title of Justice of the Peace (JP) by the Chief Judge of Delta State at the Delta State High Court, alongside other deserving honourees. While many may wander in pursuit of distant and fleeting happiness, the wise cultivate it where they stand through service,…