By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr Youths from Ukala-Okwute, Ezi, Ebu, and Ukala-Okpunor in Oshimili North and Aniocha North Local Government Areas have issued a 30-day ultimatum to the Delta State Government to commence construction on the abandoned Ukala-Okwute-Ezi-Ebu-Ukala Okpunor Road, a critical route linking several communities. Under the banner of Concerned Youth for Good Governance, the protesters staged a peaceful demonstration at Interbau Roundabout, Asaba, on Tuesday, decrying what they described as “years of government neglect” that has crippled economic activities and endangered lives. In an address to the Chief of Staff, Government House, Hon. Prince Johnson Erijo, group…
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By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The National Association of Seadogs (NAS), Pyrates Confraternity, has urged aviation authorities to end what it describes as “double standards” in the handling of airport-related infringements. In a statement, the group clarified that it does not condone the actions of Miss Comfort Emmanson, who was recently involved in a violent altercation with officials of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). NAS maintained that Miss Emmanson should face prosecution for resisting lawful authority. However, the group questioned why other high-profile individuals accused of similar or related infractions…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr For many, turning 50 is about cake, music, and family toasts. But for Hauwa Abdul-Dimka, founder of Zafama Helping Hands Foundation, her golden jubilee became a golden opportunity to touch lives. At her birthday celebration in Abuja, the philanthropist gifted over 400 schoolchildren from paramilitary schools and orphanages with school bags and accessories—sending them home with not just supplies, but smiles that lit up the day. Born into a royal family in Uromi, Edo State, Hauwa has been married to Usman Abdul-Dimka from Plateau State for 22 years. Together, they are blessed with seven…
— A Special International Youth Day Message from Dr. Martins Kedienhon As the world marks International Youth Day, I am reminded of a song many of us sang as children: “Parents, listen to your children; we are the leaders of tomorrow. Try to pay our school fees and give us the best education.” Calling young people “the future” is not just a compliment—it’s a responsibility. It means the choices, skills, and values we build today will shape the prosperity, peace, and stability of our society tomorrow. Young people hold incredible power, and here’s why we must never relent: 1. Population…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has named Ayo Hulayat Omidiran, a former House of Representatives member, the new Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission. She succeeds Dr Muheeba Dankaka, whose tenure was dogged by controversy. President Tinubu appointed Mohammed Musa as the Commission’s secretary while retaining Kayode Oladele from Ogun as commissioner. Oladele, a former House of Representatives member, was appointed by President Tinubu in 2024. He served as the Commission’s acting chairman. The President renewed the appointments of Lawal Ya’u Roni, Abubakar Atiku Bunu, and Eludayo Eluyemi, who represent Jigawa, Kebbi, and Osun States, for a second term. The…
ByAbigail Ogwezzy-Ndisika Amidst the renewed advocacy for the creation of Anioma State, robust discussions have emerged concerning critical issues such as linguistic affinity, the geopolitical zone to which the proposed state should be assigned and broader socio-economic and political considerations. In this context, Abigail Ogwezzy-Ndisika, an Ukwuani native speaker linguist, development expert and communication scholar offers a compelling perspective in support of the Anioma state movement. She contends that, this movement is a historic and transformative idea, deeply anchored in language, heritage and the pursuit of progress; it is where language and legacy converge to chart a forward-looking course for…
By Godfrey C. Osakwe, fnipr I wish to commend the present leadership of the Delta State Police Command for their commitment to upholding their statutory responsibilities. Their recent successes in crime-busting deserve recognition. However, the truth remains: the police can not win this fight alone. We must support them with the resources, infrastructure, and policies needed to ensure a truly safe Delta State. My personal experience in 2016 remains a sobering reminder of the work that still lies ahead. That year, my Toyota Camry containing my laptop loaded with sensitive business proposals and other valuables was stolen in front of…
Kennedy Kanma, a lawyer and the Labour Party Senatorial candidate of Delta North, in Delta State, during the 2023 general elections, has commended Nigerian youths for their innovation, courage and a new spirit of determination, as the world marks International Youth Day. The politician, speaking to newsmen to mark International Youth Day, called on everyone to create the much-needed opportunities for young people to thrive. “On a day like this, I recognize the value, contributions and dreams of young people, particularly in Nigeria. I also salute the energy, creativity, courage and resilience of these young people today who are contributing…
Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has announced the award of full scholarships to 90 outstanding students from the region to study at the Sports University of Nigeria, Idumuje-Ugboko. The initiative, according to the Senator, will see ten beneficiaries from each of the nine Local Government Areas in Delta North receive 100% tuition-free education for four years, alongside access to world-class sports and academic facilities. “This is more than financial assistance; it is an investment in a generation that will combine academic excellence with athletic brilliance,” Nwoko said. “By nurturing scholar-athletes, we are building ambassadors who will represent…
By Tunde Rahman Two years in the saddle, has President Bola Tinubu undercut the North in running the country’s affairs and distributing political appointments and infrastructure? Has he reneged on the promise to the Northern elites three years ago in Kaduna that he would run an all-inclusive government, protect the national interest and be fair to the North? It was in a bid to answer these critical questions that governors, ministers and other top government functionaries from the Northern region converged on Arewa House, Kaduna on July 29 and 30, 2025, under the auspices of the Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation…