By Daniel Dafe The Senator representing Delta North in the Senate, Senator Ned Nwoko, on Monday visited the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa. He was accompanied by his wife, Regina Daniels-Nwoko. In a post on X, Monday, titled ‘Driving Growth in Nigeria’s Creative & Cultural Sector’, he wrote: “Today, my wife, Regina Daniels, and I had an insightful meeting with the Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa.” Nwoko added that their “discussion focused on fostering collaboration to expand Nigeria’s creative industry, promote our cultural heritage, and create sustainable…
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By Abel Johngold In a bold move to cater for the treatment of children and pregnant women , the Delta State Government has disbursed N1 billion to the Delta State Contributory Health Insurance Commission (DSCHC) to enhance healthcare services and incentivize hospitals to deliver better outcomes. The Director-General and CEO of the DSCHC, Olorogun Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, made this announcement on Monday, March 10, 2025, during a stakeholder engagement session with staff of the Hospital Management Board (HMB) at Asaba Specialist Hospital and General Hospital Okwe. According to Dr. Akpoveta, the funds have already been distributed to hospitals partnering with…
By Abel Johngold, MNIPR The lingering leadership tussle within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has taken a new turn as Hon. (Chief) Evance Ochuko Ivwurie has issued a scathing statement against Festus Keyamo, SAN, over what he described as an unconstitutional power grab. In his direct message to Keyamo, Ivwurie accused the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development of arbitrarily forming a “College of Leaders” as the apex decision-making body of the party in Delta State—a move he said was strongly opposed by former Deputy Senate President, Obarisi Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR, and other party stakeholders. Omo-Agege…
By Abel Johngold, MNIPR In celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, the Vito Corsica Deck (Aniocha/Oshimili and Ika Federal Constituencies) of the National Association of Seadogs (NAS), Pyrates Confraternity, in collaboration with the Blizzard Deck (Boston and environs, USA), took to the streets of Asaba in a rally advocating for the protection, empowerment, and rights of women. The rally, which commenced at 10 a.m. from the Vito Corsica Deck Anchor Point off Okpanam Road, saw members of the Seadogs, led by Deck Capoon, Comrade Michael Chukwuma Nwaidei, stopping at strategic locations to spread awareness. The group distributed educational materials…
By Makua Ubanagu A former Minister of Works, Senator Adeseye Ogunlewe, has claimed that the beauty of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan poses a problem for her in politics, stating that men find it difficult to ignore her presence. Speaking on Arise News on Monday, Ogunlewe remarked that female senators do not consider themselves inferior to men and often assert themselves in political discussions. However, he suggested that Senator Natasha’s physical appearance sets her apart in a way that affects how men react to her. “The female senators did not look at themselves as if they were inferior to men. They were…
The absence of the presiding judge of Asaba Customary Court 3, Oshimili South Local Government Area of Delta State has stalled a legal battle between a landlord and his tenant. The judge did not sit to hear the matter because he was said to be attending health training workshop. The landlord, Pastor Sunday Ogbogho Onosakponome, of the Redeemed Christian Church of God has sued his tenant, Kenneth Orusi over unlawful occupant of a one-bedroom apartment in his house in Asaba, the State capital Pastor Onosakponome, the Plaintiff, sought to evict his tenant, Kenneth Orusi, Defendant over a renovation claim, but…
The immediate past President of the Senate and Delta State APC governorship candidate during the 2023 election, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, on Saturday, met with President Bola Tinubu, at the presidential villa. Omo-Agege’s visit is coming weeks after some leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) from Delta State led by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Olorogun Festus Keyamo, SAN, also met with Mr. President. The Delta APC 2023 governorship candidate had been on a ‘thanking tour’ to members of the party across the 25 local government areas of the state. Omo-Agege confirmed the visit to President Tinubu in…
The Delta State Chapte of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) is set to host its Annual General Conference and Public Lecture, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss sustainable housing development in Delta State. Themed “Environmental Stewardship for Sustainable Housing Development in Delta State,” this year’s lecture will feature Mr. Reginald Bayoko, mni, Delta State Head of Service, as the Guest Speaker. A seasoned technocrat, Bayoko will share insights on fostering innovative housing strategies while maintaining environmental responsibility. The Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, will attend as Special Guest of Honour, reinforcing the government’s commitment to sustainable…
In a 62 page judgement obtained on Thursday by our correspondent, the apex made it clear that there was no iota or shred of evidence to support the claim of defection made against the 27 members of the House of Assembly from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In the judgement signed by Justice Emmanuel Agim, the Apex court said that the Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, who raised the allegations of defection against the 27 lawmakers on his own volition withdrew the allegations at the Federal High Court in Abuja. By not supporting the…
In an era where local governments should focus on attracting investment, boosting trade, and encouraging consumer confidence, it is deeply troubling to see Ika North East Local Government Area of Delta State moving in the opposite direction. A troubling and unlawful practice along Old Abraka Road, Boji-Boji, Owa, has brought to light an urgent and disgraceful reality — consumers purchasing motorcycles (bikes) in the area are being compelled to pay so-called ‘local government fees’, a practice that is both unethical and illegal. This is nothing short of extortion in disguise, packaged under the false pretense of local government revenue generation.…