As the 10th senate of the National Assembly resumed sitting this week after a month long – month statutory break, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ,Chief Emmanuel Afam Eboh says Senator Ned Nwoko has exceeded the expectations of the people of Delta North Senatorial District who elected him senator two years ago. Speaking to journalists in Abuja while assessing the performance of Senator Nwoko so far ,Chief Eboh said Delta North had witnessed outstanding legislative impact, unprecedented in history, since July 2023 when the senator assumed office. Chief Eboh noted that Nwoko had “distinguished himself as…
Author: Spade Nigeria
The agrarian community of Issele-Mkpitime in Aniocha North Local Government Area, Delta State, South South Nigeria, was agog on Saturday, October 4, 2025, as the traditional ruler, His Royal Majesty, Agbogidi Obi Sunday Ubaka Ogboli, Obi of Issele-Mkpitime led the people to celebrate Ine-Aho, an annual cultural festival. It was an uncommon display of glamour, colours and the uniqueness of Issele-Mkpitime culture and tradition, as Obi Sunday Ogboli, in his full royal apparel, gathered the people in one accord, to appreciate God for sustaining his throne and subjects all through the period of last traditional year and bringing them into…
By Sahara Reporters A Delta-born investigative journalist, Tega Oghenedoro, popularly known as Fejiro Oliver, has filled a N1billion lawsuit against the state governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, Senator representing Delta Central senatorial district, Ede Dafinone and Executive Director, Business Development of the Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM), Stella Okotete, at the federal court, Asaba. Also named in the suit challenging the enforcement of his fundamental rights to dignity of the human person, personal liberty, privacy and freedom of movement, are the Inspector General of Police, Delta State commissioner of police, Deputy commissioner of police in charge of State Criminal Investigation Department, (SCID), DCP…
By Chidi Chukwutem Senator (Prince) Ned Munir Nwoko has often said that his greatest dream is to see the Anioma people stand tall among Nigeria’s most prosperous, educated, and united ethnic groups. Representing Delta North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Nwoko’s vision goes beyond politics, it is a passionate call for identity, justice, and holistic development for the Anioma nation. In his own words, “My dream is that Anioma will no longer be seen as a people on the fringe of Nigeria’s political and economic map, but as a strong, self-reliant, and respected part of the federation.” A…
Renowned sports administrator, Mr. Amaju Melvin Pinnick, Special Adviser to the President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has continued to blaze the trail in entrepreneurship and cultural innovation, even outside the shores of the country. Through Pinnick Foods Ltd, a Canada-based food innovation company, he co-founded with a distinguished Canada based Nigerian entrepreneur, Mr. Jaygbes Napoleon Ogbole, they unveiled the Instant Party Jollof Blend at the prestigious Canada-Africa Economic and Cultural Summit 2025. The event, held at the Rose Theatre, Brampton, attracted global leaders, policymakers, and investors with the theme “Bridging Continents, Building Futures.” The unveiling marked a…
Vera Osokpo,a Lagos based On Air Personality(OAP) has won a Lifetime Achievement Award for her contribution to the media industry through promotion of free speech, creating opportunities for balanced reporting and advancing the cause of developmental journalism According to the organisers,the award presentation, which was part of Isoko Mirror Newspaper’s 20th anniversary, held in..Man̈o Hotel ( Yaga) Oleh, Isoko South….of Delta State, Osokpo was also recognised for her selflessness and commitment to credible journalistic ideals Osokpo ,who presently works as one of the anchors on Lagos based MITV breakfast show, has carved a niche for herself in print electronic and…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The National Association of Seadogs (NAS), also known as the Pyrates Confraternity, has raised the alarm over the deepening twin crises of drug abuse and homelessness in Nigeria, describing them as “moral emergencies” that require urgent national action. In a statement issued on October 5, 2025, the NAS Cap’n, Dr. Joseph Oteri, said the association is deeply concerned about the rising rate of substance abuse and homelessness among Nigerian youth and other vulnerable groups. He described the situation as a grave threat to public health, national security, and social cohesion. As part of efforts…
By Oritsejafor Kenneth A frontline All Progressives Congress (APC) woman leader and convener of a vibrant women’s political league, Chief Stella Aghoghovia, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for their impactful and reformative economic policies which, according to her, have significantly transformed both the national and Delta State economies. Chief Aghoghovia, who played a prominent role in mobilizing grassroots support that contributed to the victory of President Tinubu in the 2023 general elections, made the remarks during an interactive session with journalists in Warri, Delta State. Speaking about her women’s political group,…
By Enitan Abel Johngold Orheruata, mnipr In a stirring show of commitment to social change, the Vito Corsica Deck and Saxon Deck of the National Association of Seadogs (NAS), also known as the Pyrates Confraternity, on Friday, October 4, 2025, led a high-impact campaign in Asaba, Delta State, to raise awareness on the twin scourges of drug abuse and homelessness. The awareness campaign was part of a global march directed by the NAS Capoon, with simultaneous activities taking place in different parts of the world. In Asaba, the two decks embarked on a spirited road march through major streets, stopping…
By Chidi Chukwutem Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North senatorial district, has for some time now been advancing what many consider to be constructive, long‐overdue initiatives for the Anioma people. His calls for the recognition of their identity, justice and political inclusion have struck a chord across Delta North and beyond. The question is: do these intentions merit our support? Based on recent developments, the answer is a resounding Yes. Who are the Anioma people, and what is the issue? Anioma is a collective term for Igbo‐speaking nine local government areas in Delta State. These include Aniocha North & South,…