Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, has assured that recent security breaches and kidnapping in Abraka communities in Ethiope East Local Government Area which led to protest on Tuesday by residents is already under control. He disclosed that the state police command in collaboration with other security outfits has eliminated four of the kidnappers terrorizing Abraka communities during a crackdown on the criminals, assuring that the state governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori will continue to work with security chiefs in the state to apprehend and prosecute criminal elements, especially kidnappers and fraudsters also known…
Author: Spade Nigeria
As agitation for the creation of Anioma state gathers momentum, the Nigerian Senate has scheduled public hearing on the proposed state for 4th and 5th July 2025 in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state. The public hearing is coming on the heels of the first and second reading of the bill on Anioma state creation proposed by Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly. Stakeholders from all quarters including traditional rulers, opinion leaders, intelligentsia, youths and women groups as well as socio-cultural organizations are expected to make submissions at the public hearing. In an interview, the prime…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Chief Emma Ejiofor, a leading chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, has called for greater synergy among political office holders representing Delta North in both national and state house of assembly. He emphasized the need for a unified roadmap to fast-track development in the region and avoid duplication of efforts by lawmakers at different levels of government. Speaking during an exclusive interview in Asaba, Chief Ejiofor urged Senator Ned Nwoko, members of the House of Representatives, and state legislators from Delta North to come together and chart a clear and strategic plan for…
By Wale Aderibigbe As Nigeria charts a new course under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, three major policies stand out as the foundation for transformative change: Fuel Subsidy Removal, Tax Reform, and the nationalist agenda known as Nigeria First. Each policy addresses fundamental challenges in governance, economy, and social cohesion, aiming to reposition Nigeria for sustainable growth and inclusive development. Fuel Subsidy Removal For decades, Nigeria has subsidized fuel to keep petrol and diesel prices artificially low, seeking to ease the financial burden on citizens. While well-intentioned, this policy has become a costly drain on the nation’s finances. Billions of naira…
Frontline politician and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September 21, 2024, governorship election in Edo State, Dr. Asue Ighodalo, has congratulated Muslims in the state on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Kabir. In a message personally signed on Thursday, June 5, in Benin City, Ighodalo stressed the need to reflect on the invaluable lesson inherent in the celebration, the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in complete obedience to God’s command. He emphasized the continued need for devotion to Almighty Allah, obedience to His charges, and a readiness to share with others in the…
Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the Nigerian Senate, has extended heartfelt Eid el-Kabir greetings to Muslims across Nigeria and the world. In his message, he emphasized the values of unity, sacrifice, and peace, urging all Nigerians to reflect on the teachings of Prophet Ibrahim during this sacred festival. Senator Nwoko highlighted the significance of Eid el-Kabir as a time to emulate Prophet Ibrahim’s unwavering faith and obedience to God’s will. He called on Nigerians to embody these qualities in their daily lives, fostering a spirit of togetherness and compassion within communities. The senator also reaffirmed his commitment to…
By Matthew Atungwu Bigwigs of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Anambra State have asked the people of the state to be patient that the party will soon end the current dominant era of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, in the forthcoming November 8 gubernatorial election. The stalwarts called on the people of Anambra to remain patient, prayerful, hopeful, and watchful as they prepare to bid farewell to Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s APGA administration in a few months. State Chairman of APC, Chief Basil Ejidike; Chairman of the APC Reconciliation Committee, Engr. John Bosco Onunkwo; National Coordinator of Ikemba Front,…
By Paul Dada President Bola Tinubu has cautioned Nigerian Police Force officers against intimidating and abusing members of the public, emphasising the need for them to uphold the rule of law and reject misconduct. Tinubu stated through the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio who represented him on Wednesday night at the 2nd annual IGP’s Award and Commendation ceremony in Abuja. Tinubu said, “Be reminded that the power you wield is not for intimidation but for protection. It is not for abuse but for service. You must be guided by the highest standards of accountability and professionalism. “Uphold the rule of law,…
By ABEL JOHNGOLD, mnipr The University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA) worldwide is draped in solemn black, as it mourns the passing of one of its brightest stars, Professor Jibrin Aminu, who died at the age of 85. In a heartfelt tribute, Dr. Terrumun Hembaor Gajir, the Worldwide President of the UIAA, expressed deep sorrow over the loss of a man he described as “one of the finest products of the University of Ibadan and a distinguished ambassador of the University.” Prof. Jibrin Aminu’s journey was nothing short of extraordinary. Born in August 1939 in Adamawa State, Northeast Nigeria, he…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, the political choices made today will define the development trajectory of many communities for years to come. In Delta North Senatorial District, the imperative to support Senator Ned Munir Nwoko for re-election cannot be overstated. His tenure so far has proven that he is not just another politician seeking office for personal gain, but a results-oriented leader who is deeply invested in the progress and future of Delta North. Since his assumption of office, Senator Nwoko has brought a refreshing blend of vision, innovation, and purposeful leadership to his role…