On 5 December 2025, the Supreme Court of Nigeria delivered a landmark judgment that once again underscored the autonomy of local government councils as a distinct tier of government. In a case brought by the Attorney General of Osun State on behalf of 30 local government councils against the Attorney General of the Federation, the Court held that the Attorney General of Osun State lacked the authority to sue on behalf of the councils. The ruling emphasized that local governments are autonomous constitutional entities and must initiate legal actions themselves. The Court clarified that its original jurisdiction applies only to…
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Leaders and other stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta Central Senatorial District, on Sunday, converged at the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun, for a high-level strategic meeting and pledged unalloyed loyalty to President Bola Tinubu and Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. The gathering, which brought together senior government officials, party executives, leaders, other stakeholders, and grassroots mobilisers, focused on reinforcing unity, discipline, and internal cohesion ahead of the 2027 general elections with discussions centred on strengthening the party’s organisational framework, enhancing collaboration across all levels, and ensuring readiness for what stakeholders described as a defining political year. Moving a…
By Seun Opejobi Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State on Saturday, attributed his return to office to the “special grace of God” and “special favour” of President Bola Tinubu. Tinubu had suspended Fubara for six months following crisis with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike and the state legislators. Upon completion, Tinubu reinstated Fubara while the governor resolved the bad blood between him, Wike, and legislators in the state. However, speaking at the combined 37th and 38th convocation of the Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwu in Port Harcourt, on Saturday, the governor affirmed his administration’s commitment to…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to promoting literary excellence, intellectual discourse, and the growth of knowledge-driven communities. The governor, who was represented by the Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, stated that his government will continue to support initiatives that celebrate creativity, scholarship, and national development. Speaking at the public presentation of the book Hallmarks of Labour written by Izoma Philip Chikwuendo Asiodu, Governor Oborevwori said literature plays a vital role in shaping societal values and inspiring future generations. He noted that Delta State is proud to identify with platforms that honour…
By Winner James Nigerian music legend Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has accused members of his family of repeatedly interfering in his personal life, alleging that their actions contributed to the collapse of his marriage to Annie Idibia. The singer added that family members are now endangering his relationship with Natasha. In an emotional video shared online, the award-winning singer said the situation has escalated beyond normal family disputes, claiming that Natasha is now receiving death threats as a result of the ongoing crisis. According to him, his family “destroyed” his marriage with actress Annie Idibia through constant interference,…
By Samuel Ogude The people of the various communities in Idjerhe Kingdom in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State have once again sent Save Our Soul(SOS) message to Rt Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori as regards the bad roads in the area. In separate interviews with different people in the area who anger was written on their faces as they were unwilling to mention their names to the press, lamented seriously the condition of roads in communities in Idjerhe especially the roads that run from Idjerhe Roundabout to the Main Market which have been lives’ threatening. According to them, they…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr It was an evening of colour, camaraderie and celebration on Thursday in Asokoro, Abuja, as the University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA) Worldwide hosted its 2025 Celebration of Excellence and Award Ceremony—an event that brought together towering figures in academia, politics, diplomacy and faith. Presiding over the ceremony was the Chancellor of the University of Ibadan and Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, CFR, who delivered a profound message of unity and peaceful coexistence. Contrary to the negative narratives suggesting otherwise, the Sultan reaffirmed that Nigeria remains a nation where…
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Economic Empowerment Programme for Persons With Disabilities, with Delta State joining the nationwide rollout of the intervention to support vulnerable citizens. The programme, unveiled in commemoration of the 2025 International Day of Persons With Disabilities, was implemented simultaneously across the 36 states, the Federal Capital Territory, and the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA). Representing the First Lady in Delta State, the Wife of the Governor and Founder of the You Matter Charity Foundation, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, led the distribution of the empowerment grants…
Former Delta State Commissioner, Mr. Omamofe Pirah, has expressed profound appreciation to the Executive Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for the successful completion of the historic 20.95 km Trans-Warri–Ode-Itsekiri Road, featuring 15 bridges of various spans, a milestone achieved 19 years after the project was initially awarded. In a statement on Thursday, Pirah described the accomplishment as “a monumental breakthrough and a long-awaited blessing for the Itsekiri nation.” He commended Governor Oborevwori for demonstrating uncommon political will, financial discipline, and an unwavering commitment to inclusive development. According to him, the completion of the project has not only…
The Minority Leader of the 9th House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, OON, has congratulated the immediate past Governor of Delta State, Senator Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, on his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the South-South Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Initiative. In a goodwill message on Wednesday, Rt. Hon. Elumelu described the appointment as “well-deserved, timely, and reflective of Senator Okowa’s exceptional leadership capacity, national relevance, and unwavering commitment to the progress of Nigeria.” He noted that Senator Okowa’s track record as a consensus builder, strategic thinker, and champion of people-centered governance makes him an asset…