There was excitement at Living Faith Church, Winners’ Chapel, Osubi, Delta State, on Sunday as the Covenant Voices and Youth Ministry of the church honoured Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and his wife, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, with Distinguished Service Awards. The awards were presented in recognition of the couple’s contributions to Christendom and the development of Delta State. Presenting the awards, Elder Johnson Ogunleye said Governor Oborevwori and his wife deserved the honours for their contributions to the Christian faith and society. The presentation, which took place during the church’s Sunday service, also featured the sponsorship of SHABACH 2026 and the Annual…
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Delta State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Renewal has concluded its investigation into the collapse of a two-storey building under construction at 28, Uchenna Okolo Street, opposite St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, West-End, Asaba, establishing violations relating to building regulations, professional standards and development control requirements. The investigation was conducted by a committee led by the Honourable Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Renewal, Hon. Sunday Tatabuzogwu, following the collapse of the structure. After considering the findings of the investigation, the committee recommended a series of sanctions and remedial measures aimed at addressing the violations and protecting neighbouring properties and…
Former member of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Evelyn Oboro, has called on the people of Delta Central Senatorial District to support the re-election of Senator Ede Dafinone in 2027, arguing that the district cannot afford to place itself in opposition to the government at the centre. Oboro made the call on Saturday, October 3, 2026, when Dafinone, who represents Delta Central in the Senate, visited her residence as part of his ongoing consultations with political leaders and stakeholders ahead of the 2027 general elections. Receiving the senator, Oboro pledged her support for his re-election and urged her political…
WHEN President Tinubu assumed office, Nigeria faced a situation in which the government was projected to spend about ₦18.4 billion every day on fuel subsidy payments, citing figures previously presented by former Finance Minister Zainab Ahmed before the National Assembly. THAT would amount to approximately $15 billion annually or about ₦21 trillion when converted at ₦1,400 to the dollar. “Where would the money come from?” he asked. “The money is expected to come from the same oil sector.” Lokpobiri said the subsidy system had also contributed to the financial weakness of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation before its transformation into…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has mourned the death of Chief Mike Adiotomre, describing the late Ovu-Inland-born political leader as a distinguished elder statesman, astute politician and respected bridge-builder. Chief Adiotomre died at the age of 88. In a condolence message, Dafinone said the death of the former political leader was a profound loss to his family, the people of Ovu-Inland, Ethiope East Local Government Area, Delta Central and the entire Urhobo Nation. According to him, the deceased had a distinguished public service career spanning the old Bendel State and Delta…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has directed that a permanent solution be provided to the washed-out section of the East-West Road at Agbarho, Ughelli North Local Government Area, following days of torrential rainfall. Oborevwori gave the directive on Saturday when he inspected the damaged section of the major highway, which links Delta with Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River states. The Governor, who was accompanied by the Regional Manager of Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, Fredrick Wieser; Chairman, Ughelli North Local Government Council, Olorogun Jaro Egbo; Executive Director, NEXIM Bank, Hon Stella Okotete, among others, commended Julius Berger…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The Orshi family of Benue State has been thrown into mourning following the death of Pastor Peter Tyoakaa Orshi, who died at the age of 60 after a brief illness. Orshi reportedly died on Thursday, September 24, 2026, according to a statement issued by Barrister David Orshi on behalf of the family. The deceased was described as a loving husband, father, uncle and brother, as well as a man who was cherished by his family, friends and members of his community. His death has left his immediate family and other loved ones mourning the…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has directed Julius Berger Nigeria Plc to immediately commence remedial works on the collapsed section of the East-West Road at Agbarho in Ughelli North Local Government Area of the state. The governor disclosed the intervention on Thursday during the 66 Independence Anniversary celebration at the Cenotaph in Asaba. Oborevwori said the collapse of the section of the major highway was caused by a natural disaster witnessed in the area a few days earlier. “A few days ago, we also witnessed a natural disaster on the East-West Road. I have directed Julius Berger to…
The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has called on the Sapele Local Government Council to continue its annual marathon and endurance walk, emphasizing the importance of regular physical exercise in promoting good health and fostering meaningful development within the community. Dafinone made this appeal during his participation in the second edition of the Sapele Marathon and Endurance Walk, which was themed “A Walk for Sheriff” and “A Walk for Bright Abeke.” The senator took the lead in the endurance walk, which began at the Sapele Stadium, and he expressed his hope that this initiative would evolve…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo The Head of Service of Delta State, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji, has charged public officers in the state to learn how to manage, multiply and protect their earnings, stressing that retirement is a process that must begin now. Dr. Oseji gave the charge in Asaba while declaring open a two-day workshop on “Enhancing Financial Fitness for Civil Servants in Delta State,” organised by the Directorate of Establishments and Pensions in collaboration with Kochus Consult. She said a productive workforce must be financially stable, noting that this was one of the reasons Governor Sheriff Oborevwori places a high…