During our primary school days, we often sang a particular song: “University dára níbi táwọn ọ̀mọ̀wé wà, níbẹ̀ lọ́kàn mi fẹ́ lọ, orí yóò mú mi dé bẹ́ẹ̀ o.” This song was profound in its meaning. It stimulated my curiosity and raised several questions about the differences between universities, polytechnics and colleges of education. After seeking answers from different sources, I began to appreciate the value of university education and developed a strong desire to attend one. When I got to secondary school, some of our teachers described the University of Ibadan as the best university in Nigeria. Being a…
Author: Spade Nigeria
A Professor of African History, Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Ibadan, Prof. Olawale Albert, has predicted that President Bola Tinubu could adopt a more hardline approach to governance if re-elected for a second term in 2027. Albert made this observation while featuring on *Redlines in Politics with Eyitayo Folorunso, a political programme on Diamond FM 101.1, University of Ibadan. According to the professor, a second-term Tinubu administration could deliver a more secure Nigeria, as the President would be more determined to confront individuals and groups allegedly making the country ungovernable and sponsoring crises across the country. On…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The recent celebration of Professor Sarah Abidemi Akintola of the University of Ibadan as Nigeria’s first female Professor of Petroleum Engineering has generated an important academic debate. While the elevation of Professor Akintola to the professorial rank in October 2026 is undoubtedly a significant achievement, questions have emerged regarding the earlier professorial appointment of Professor Nneka Patricia Onwuachi-Iheagwara of Southern Delta University, Ozoro, reportedly in 2024. The controversy raises a fundamental question: can a person whose first degree is in Geology, but who subsequently obtains advanced qualifications in Petroleum Engineering, legitimately become a Professor…
The Delta State Executive Council has approved a 2027 Appropriation Bill of N1,236,874,981,081 trillion for onward transmission to the State House of Assembly, alongside several infrastructure projects covering roads, education, judicial facilities and community development. The decisions were reached at Monday’s Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at the Government House Annex, Warri. The Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, announced the approvals while briefing journalists after the meeting. He was accompanied by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon. Aniagwu said the proposed budget would provide the financial…
Dr. Ifeanyi Michael Osuoza, Delta State Commissioner for Special Duties (Government House), has commenced a series of interactive engagements with voters across party lines in Aniocha North Local Government Area, as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections. The first of such engagements, held earlier today, took place at Unit 7, Ward 8, Aniocha North, where Osuoza interacted with voters in an open, cordial and constructive atmosphere. The meeting provided an opportunity for participants to exchange views, discuss political developments and reaffirm their commitment to the political direction of the area. At the end of the fruitful…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD In the ever-evolving landscape of Delta State politics, where political affiliations, interests and alignments may change with time, true leadership remains defined by enduring impact, meaningful contributions and the lives positively influenced. For Hon. Anthony Okotie, a former Member of the Delta State Post Primary Education Board, the political relevance and contributions of Hon. Evangelist Michael Diden, popularly known as Ejele, are far too significant to be diminished by political differences or the changing tides of partisan politics. Okotie, an APC chieftain and Coordinator of the Benin River Vanguard, a political mobilisation group in Delta State…
The Delta State Government has condemned the political violence that erupted in Asaba, the state capital, on Saturday, leaving one person dead and four others seriously injured. The government described the incident as unacceptable, warning political parties and their supporters against actions capable of threatening public peace and security. In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, the government reiterated its zero tolerance for political violence, intimidation and other forms of political rascality. Aniagwu said the government had repeatedly cautioned political parties against engaging in activities capable of disrupting the peace,…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA The Delta State Government has highlighted its strides in digital governance, public information management, transparency and technology-driven service delivery, disclosing plans to unveil an indigenous social networking platform, Delta Chat, as part of efforts to deepen digital participation and promote homegrown innovation. The government also showcased its Project Tracking Portal, a public-facing digital platform designed to provide citizens, journalists, stakeholders and development partners with access to information on projects undertaken by the present administration, including their geographical locations and reported implementation status. These developments were highlighted during a media briefing by the Executive Assistant to…
By Wilbet Ijeoma Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has empowered 70 farmers in Okrama community, Isoko North Local Government Area, with agricultural inputs worth millions of naira under the D-CARES/FADAMA intervention programme. The beneficiaries, comprising 30 poultry farmers, 30 fish farmers and 10 cassava farmers, received day-old chicks, fish fingerlings, improved cassava stems, fertilizers, herbicides, fungicides, animal feeds and input vouchers to boost agricultural production and improve household incomes. The intervention, which took place on November 5, 2026, at St. Luke’s Anglican Church Hall, Ukpude, followed a two-year delay due to the difficult terrain and inaccessible road linking…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The Coordinator of the Benin River Vanguard for APC in Delta State, Hon. Anthony Okotie, has reaffirmed his group’s unwavering commitment to the re-election of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in the 2027 general elections, declaring that the group is fully prepared to deploy its political structures, grassroots networks and resources towards ensuring victory for the All Progressives Congress (APC). Okotie made this declaration during the APC 2027 campaign flag-off held yesterday in Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, where he expressed confidence…