The Delta State Chapter Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Mr Godfrey Osakwe, fnipr has joined Nigerians across the country to honour the courage, sacrifice and patriotism of officers and men of the Armed Forces and other security agencies as the nation marked the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. The Institute in a statement on Thursday signed by the Chapter Public Relations Officer, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq, described the annual observance as a solemn moment of reflection on the priceless sacrifices made by gallant Nigerians who paid the supreme price in defence of the nation’s sovereignty,…
Author: Spade Nigeria
Activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration, Thursday, came to a climax in Delta State with a solemn assembly that culminated with laying of wreaths at the ceremonial tomb of the unknown soldier at the Cenotaph in Asaba. The ceremony was attended by the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori; his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme; Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor; Chief Judge of the state, Justice Tessy Diai, Service Commanders of the Armed Forces and the Commissioner of Police in the state. Also in attendance at the ceremony were the the Secretary…
Stakeholders in Delta State have appealed to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to urgently assent to and implement the Delta State Community Security Corps Agency Law, 2025, amid growing concerns over insecurity across the state. In a formal appeal addressed to the governor, the group, known as Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) expressed alarm over what they described as persistent attacks on farmers by armed herdsmen, rising cases of kidnapping for ransom, and other violent crimes that are increasingly threatening livelihoods, food security, and public confidence in governance. The law, which was passed by the Delta State House of Assembly on Tuesday,…
By Bamidele Ademola-Olateju For along time, I wanted to write this. Today I found the time and inspiration to touch a very painful truth, deserving serious examination among the Yoruba. Belief in witches is destroying Yorubaland, not in some abstract, philosophical way, but in the most practical and intimate sense. It is hollowing out families, emptying villages, isolating elders, distorting faith, and paralyzing responsibility. It has become a convenient explanation for everything we are unwilling to examine honestly about life, economics, health, and adulthood. At the center of this crisis is a dangerous misreading of human experience. It is not…
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has confirmed receipt of a petition alleging irregularities in the procurement of an ₦800 million loan involving the Chairman of Bomadi Local Government Council, Hon. Dagidi Andaye, and five other officials. The petition, dated 8 January 2026 and submitted to the Benin Zonal Directorate of the EFCC on 14 January 2026, was authored by fifteen councillors of the Bomadi Local Government Legislative House. It calls for an investigation into what the petitioners described as alleged forgery and financial impropriety connected to an unapproved loan obtained from a commercial bank. According to the petitioners—who…
The Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Elder Sheriff Oborevwori has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle as follows; 1. Engr.Michael Ifeanyi Anoka from Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Renewal to Ministry of Energy. 2. Hon.Sunday Tataobuzogwu from Ministry of Energy to Ministry Physical Planning and Urban Renewal 3. Mrs. Rose Ezewu from Ministry of Secondary Education to Ministry of Primary Education, and 4. Dr.Kingsley Ashibuogwu from Ministry of Primary Education to Ministry of Secondary Education. According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government(SSG) Dr.Kingsley Eze Emu, the redeployment of the Commissioners is with immediate effect.…
Business mogul and Chairman of the Cubana Group, Chief Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for what he described as God-fearing, people-centred and development-driven leadership, declaring that Delta State is “in very good hands” under his administration. Iyiegbu made the remarks during a visit to the Government House, Asaba, where he was accompanied by the Founder of Streams of Joy International, Pastor Jerry Eze, who was in the state to dedicate the Cubana Millennium City project to God. The visit highlighted the growing synergy between private investors and the Delta…
In a powerful gesture that underscored the centrality of traditional institutions in governance, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday presented 65 brand new Sports Utility Vehicles, SUVs to traditional rulers across the state, describing them as “tools of service” for guardians of peace and stability. The presentation, which took place in Government House, Asaba, saw 60 brand new Prados and five Land Cruisers SUVs handed over to the royal fathers for ease of movement. Governor Oborevwori said the occasion was “a very important and symbolic day in the life of this administration”, noting that the beneficiaries represent “a…
The Federal Government is mobilising and equipping young medical professionals to serve as National health fellows that will drive a new generation of leaders for the health sector. The presidential initiative targets recruitment of thirteen youths from across the thirteen local government areas in Nasarawa state so as to strengthen local capacity for health system reform and improved service delivery especially for the rural dwellers. The National health fellows programme, a presidential initiative is being implemented by the federal ministry of health and social welfare in collaboration with states ministry of health and other development partners. It is to equip…
Delta State Government, Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bank of Industry (BoI) for the management of a ₦1 billion revolving fund it released to the bank as revolving loan for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the State. Speaking during the signing ceremony at Government House, Asaba, the Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori described the initiative as a major milestone in his administration’s quest for inclusive growth and sustainable economic development under the MORE Agenda of his administration. “Today marks a remarkable moment in our administration’s unwavering commitment to job creation, inclusive growth, and sustainable…