By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The Worldwide Executive of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA) Worldwide, under the leadership of Dr. Terrumun Hembaor Gajir, has felicitated with the Chairman of the University of Ibadan Alumni Association (UIAA) Rivers State Branch, Prof. Emmanuel C. Emasealu, ahead of his forthcoming inaugural lecture at the University of Port Harcourt. The prestigious 212th Inaugural Lecture of the University is scheduled to hold on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and will feature Prof. Emasealu delivering a thought-provoking lecture titled, “LET US PLAY.” Prof. Emmanuel C. Emasealu, Dip., B.A. (Hons.), M.A., Ph.D (Ibadan), Cert. (Colorado),…
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The Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to Delta State Governor and pioneer Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, (NUJ) Ughelli Correspondents Chapel, Sir Festus Ahon, and the leadership of the chapel, on Friday, paid a condolence visit to the family of late Comrade George Igbi at Orerokpe, Okpe Local Government Area. Comrade George Igbi was the pioneer Vice Chairman of Ughelli Correspondents Chapel. Igbi, a native of Okobia community in Okpe Local Government Area, died in the early hours of Thursday, May 14, 2026, after a brief illness at the age of 59. Speaking at the family home of Igbi,…
Today, we celebrate not just a birthday, but the remarkable life of a woman whose voice has inspired many, whose elegance commands admiration, and whose leadership continues to shape the media landscape. Happy Birthday to the ever-glamorous, fashion-forward, vibrant, and trailblazing Comrade Dew Diva Jemima Wilson. Your journey in broadcasting has been nothing short of exceptional. Through passion, dedication, and uncommon professionalism, you have transformed the airwaves into platforms of impact, enlightenment, and hope. Your sterling leadership at DBS Asaba, Mega FM Warri and Eku FM, Eku remains a shining example of excellence, vision, and positive transformation. Beyond the microphone,…
The immediate past Minority Leader of House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, has emerged winner of All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency ahead of 2027 general elections. Elumelu was declared winner by the APC Delta State Returning Officer, Chief Val Areyinka, at the party’s central collation centre located at the Oshimili South Local Government Event Centre in Asaba. The election, conducted through the direct mode, took place across the 42 wards in the four local government areas that make up the Constituency. With the victory, Elumelu becomes the APC flag bearer for the Constituency’s seat…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) House of Representatives primary election in Oshimili South Local Government Area of Delta State was conducted peacefully across the wards monitored in Asaba, with former Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Rt. Ndudi Elumelu, recording overwhelming victories over fellow aspirant Ngozi Okolie. Our correspondent who monitored the exercise in wards 5, 9 and 11 reported a calm atmosphere, orderly voting process and impressive turnout of party members throughout the exercise. The election, which was restricted to accredited APC card-carrying members, witnessed steady participation from voters who turned out in large numbers to cast their…
The direct primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC), for the Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency House of Representatives election has ended in Aniocha North Ward 1, with former Minority Leader of the Green Chamber, Rt Hon Ndudi Elumelu; as the winner. Elumelu polled 1,476 votes to defeat his only rival and incumbent representative of the Constituency, Rt Hon Ngozi Okolie; who secured one vote. The LGA Returning Officer, Mr Patrick Nwaoba; who conducted the primaries, declared Rt Hon Elumelu the winner, and thanked party faithful for their orderly and peaceful conduct. Highly elated Ndudi Elumelu, who joined the queue for…
The Forum of Presidents-General of the 24 Urhobo Kingdoms has unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, and Delta Central Senator Ede Dafinone for re-election in the 2027 general elections. The endorsement was announced during an emergency meeting of Urhobo Kingdoms’ President-Generals held at Uvwie Town Hall in Effurun, Delta State, where the leaders commended the trio for what they described as impactful leadership, visible development, and commitment to the welfare of the people since assuming office in 2023. The Urhobo leaders particularly praised Senator Dafinone for his intervention during the Okuama crisis, especially his role…
Prominent Niger Delta Human Rights Activist and Urhobo Youth leader, Comrade Efemena Umukoro, has openly commended and prayed for the Obi of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Obi (Dr.) Ifechukwude Aninshi Okonjo II, following the detention of controversial social media activist, Victor Ojei, popularly known as Wong Box, by the Federal High Court sitting in Asaba. Victor Ojei is presently facing trial in Charge No. FHC/ASB/32C/2026 bordering on allegations of cyberstalking, false publication, cyberbullying, and dissemination of allegedly misleading information against the revered traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom. The case has continued to generate widespread reactions across Delta State and…
Political momentum continued to build across Delta North Senatorial District as massive rallies held in Ndokwa East, Ndokwa West, Oshimili South, Aniocha North, and Ika North East recorded overwhelming support for the re-election bid of Senator Prince Ned Nwoko ahead of the APC primaries. The rallies, which drew party faithful, community leaders, youths, women groups, and grassroots supporters, became a strong demonstration of confidence in Senator Nwoko’s leadership and representation at the National Assembly. In Ndokwa West, the atmosphere in Emu Ebendo was electrifying as supporters thronged the consultation venue in large numbers, openly declaring their endorsement for the senator’s…
The founder and chairman of a civil society group, the Anti-Corruption and Integrity Forum, Comrade Prince Kpokpogri has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to disregard what it described as “blackmail and sponsored propaganda” against Government Ekpemupolo alias Tompolo over the oil pipeline surveillance contract awarded to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited. In an open letter addressed to the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Chairman of the Forum, Prince Kpokpogri, alleged that some individuals within and outside the Niger Delta were sponsoring sustained media attacks against Tompolo and his company over calls for the decentralization…