The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, declares that it has achieved remarkable milestones in the last 25 years and made a significant impact in the lives of the people of the Niger Delta region. Speaking during a World Press Briefing at the Dome Event Centre, Asaba, Delta State, the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, stated that the Commission had lived up to its motto of “making a difference.” The NDDC Chief Executive Officer stated that the current Board and Management have initiated several projects and programmes that have helped to change the story of the Niger Delta for the…
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by Bunmi Aduloju Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced its ex-depot price of premium motor spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, from N840 per litre to N820 per litre. The reduction comes a week after the refinery dropped its ex-depot price from N880 to N840 per litre. In a statement on Tuesday, Anthony Chiejina, Dangote Group’s spokesperson, said the new price will take effect immediately. Chiejina said the ex-depot price “has been reduced from N840 to N820 per litre effective immediately”. The spokesperson said the earlier adjustment to N840 per litre had resulted from global crude oil market volatility, especially during…
By John Owen Nwachukwu A former spokesman for the Labour Party’s Presidential Campaign Council, Kenneth Okonkwo, has said no southern candidate can defeat President Bola Tinubu in 2027. According to Okonkwo, handing the sole ticket of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, to a southerner is synonymous with declaring Tinubu the winner of the presidential election. Earlier in the interview, Okonkwo said he would only support a northern candidate who is popular and capable of winning states in the region. “Anybody telling you to bring a fresh southerner to compete against Tinubu, a southerner, is trying to tell you to zone…
by Sam Omatseye The gathering of the coalition of the wounded a few days ago resembles the 40 men who worked up a futile conspiracy against Apostle Paul on false charges and, other than false charges, they neither ate nor drank until he was killed, a waste of palate. They also laid a mockery of an ambush. These so-called new ADC men are not the types to neither eat or drink, although one of them made a public farce in fancy clothes by pleading hunger in a bash that cost tens of millions. Others among them relish their lavish dinner…
by Sanni Onogu, Abuja The Senate on Tuesday approved N272,473,805,000 for the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and N15 billion for the Universal Service Provision Fund (USPF) as budgets for the 2025 focal year. The approval followed the presentation of the reports of the Senate Committee on Communications by its chairman, Senator Ikra Aliyu Bilbis, during plenary. Bilbis described the NCC as a pivotal institution in the country’s digital transformation journey. “The Nigerian Communications Commission is the regulatory authority for the telecommunications industry,” he said, adding that the commission’s budget was crucial to advancing Nigeria’s connectivity and regulatory capabilities. He urged…
The Asagba of Asaba, His Royal Majesty (HRM) Prof. Epiphany Azinge, SAN, has been widely commended for inaugurating the Asaba Drug Awareness and Rehabilitation Committee—an initiative aimed at addressing the growing challenge of drug abuse in the capital city. The Director-General of the Delta State Bureau for Orientation and Communication, Dr. Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, Esq., gave the commendation while receiving members of the committee during a courtesy visit to his office in Asaba. Dr. Oghenesivbe described drug abuse, particularly among youths, as deeply troubling, noting its links to addiction, mental health issues, and premature deaths. He stated that numerous cases…
Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District at the National Assembly , has congratulated the immediate past governor of Delta state, Senator Dr.Ifeanyi Okowa on his 66th Birthday Anniversary. In a goodwill message at Abuja,Senator Nwoko said the birthday occasion symbolized a joyous phase in the life of the ex- governor. Senator Nwoko noted the contributions of the former governor to the progress and development of the state and wished him God’s guidance and good health in the years ahead. ” On behalf of my family,associates and people of Delta North Senatorial District ,I extend warm wishes to His…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The Member representing Oshimili South State Constituency in the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. (Barr.) Bridget Anyafulu, has extended warm congratulations to former Governor of Delta State, Senator (Dr.) Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, on the occasion of his 66th birthday. In a heartfelt message issued on behalf of the people and residents of Oshimili South, Hon. Anyafulu described Senator Okowa as an outstanding leader whose legacy of service continues to inspire many across Delta State, the Anioma region, and Nigeria at large. She praised Senator Okowa for his exceptional leadership, marked by integrity, diligence,…
By Our Investigating Journalist The Governing Council of Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, has suspended the Rector, Builder (Prof.) Emmanuel Achuenu, over allegations of financial recklessness, corruption, abuse of office, and gross misconduct. In a suspension letter seen by this publication, the Council informed Prof. Achuenu of its decision, with copies sent to the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, and the Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari. The Council expressed deep concern over the Rector’s failure to adequately respond to the allegations despite being given ample opportunities. According to the Council, Prof. Achuenu was invited to answer…
Delta State Commissioner for Special Duties (Government House), Dr. Ifeanyi Osuoza has felicitated the immediate past Governor of the State, Senator, (Dr.) Ifeanyi Okowa on the occasion of his 66th birthday, describing the former Governor as a visionary leader, whose indelible impact and astute acumen continues to be relevant in the State. Dr. Osuoza, in a congratulatory message which he signed personally, said: “Your Excellency, as you mark your 66th Birthday Anniversary today, July 8, 2025, I, on behalf of my family, wish you a happy, glorious and memorable celebration. “Your visionary leadership, defined by your astute political and administrative…