BY AUSTIN OYIBODE The defection of the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the All Progressives Congress (APC) must be more than a political shift—it must spark transformative leadership and a break from the past, Senator Prince Ned Munir Nwoko declared in a powerful public statement on Thursday. Calling it a “historic moment,” Nwoko urged the governor to leave behind the political habits that led to the decline of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the state. “No one pours new wine into old wineskins,” he said, emphasizing that the move should not be symbolic but must reflect a…
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The recent seismic political realignments in Nigeria in favour of President Bola Tinubu should not surprise students of history. Historical context is required to understand President Bola TInubu. He did not start winning almost impossible-to-win elections in 2023. He is a veteran of such odds stacked against you elections. Many people forget or do not even know that then-Senator Bola Tinubu was Chief MKO Abiola’s right-hand man, helping him strategise and win the famed June 12, 1993 election upset. For roles requiring trust, with perhaps the exception of his son, Kola, and his late wife, Kudirat, there was nobody Chief…
By Rachael Onwuegbuzie The Delta State Government has constructed a new Health Centre for the people of Ewhokpaka in Isoko South Local Government Area. The new health centre, which was constructed under the D-CARES program by the Community Driven Development Social Implementation Unit (CDDSIU), was implemented by the Delta State Government with financial support from the World Bank, in line with the MORE Agenda of His Excellency, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. For decades, residents of the Ewhokpaka community have endured the pain of having no nearby medical facility. Many have had to travel long distances to Ozoro or Oleh, sometimes in…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata The recent defection of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), has sparked significant discourse across the state. In response, the Delta State Civil Society Actors Community (DSCSAC) has called for continuity, inclusive governance, and a renewed focus on development. In a press statement issued today, the DSCSAC acknowledged the Governor’s constitutional right to switch political allegiance but stressed that the move must not derail existing development efforts, especially the Governor’s flagship MORE Agenda. “This is a moment that demands wisdom, maturity,…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata Okerenkoko, Delta State – April 22, 2025 The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Paul Bebenimibo on his appointment as the new Registrar of the Nigeria Maritime University (NMU), Okerenkoko. In a letter jointly signed by DOPF Chairman, Emmanuel Enebeli, and Secretary, Shedrack Onitsha, the forum described Dr. Bebenimibo’s appointment as “well-deserved” and a “testament to his exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment to academic excellence.” Dr. Bebenimibo, who previously served as Head of the Department of Broadcasting, Journalism and Media Studies at Delta State University, Abraka, as well as a senior…
Director General, Delta State Bureau for Communications and Orientation, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, has said that he is not, and will never be surprised over governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s excellent performance in office, having known his capabilities for decades. He made the disclosure on Saturday while speaking as guest on Rize FM Radio Warri, via phone, saying that he became associated with the governor over four decades ago and counting. Dr Oghenesivbe noted that governor Oborevwori had always maintained a classy lifestyle and high standards in all spheres of life, which, according to him, is now resonating in the quality of…
Politics, at its core, is a game of numbers—driven by interests and played by those with stakes. Defection, decamping, or cross-carpeting is part of that game. Think of it like football: coaches and players change clubs in pursuit of trophies, better pay, or fame. In politics, while ideology should be the guiding principle, in Nigeria, it’s often about personal gain, political dominance, and the hunger for power. The interests of the electorate are usually secondary to those of the political elite. Political parties are merely vehicles—not destinations. So, if you’re not a politician, don’t be overly emotional about their defections.…
By Akpovoke Otiti It must be said without mincing words: a democracy without a sound, fearless opposition is a democracy in name only. What we are witnessing in Nigeria today is not democratic progress but the gradual erosion of the very principles that sustain a free society. The space for dissent is shrinking, and those meant to speak truth to power have chosen silence, compromise, or outright defection. Instead of holding the government accountable, opposition figures are shamelessly crossing over to the ruling camp, driven by fear of the EFCC or the lure of personal protection. Political ambition and self-preservation…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, has voiced serious concern over the rising insecurity plaguing communities across Delta North, warning of its crippling effect on agriculture and rural livelihoods. Speaking during a recent Senate plenary, Nwoko painted a bleak picture of his constituency, where farmers are under constant threat from armed herdsmen. “Insecurity is everywhere,” he said. “I come from Delta North. In every farm in Delta, there are herdsmen terrorising and killing our farmers. Our farmers can no longer go to farm.” Despite the region’s significant oil wealth, the Senator emphasized that…
Delta Governor, Oborevwori, other stakeholders, defect to APC In a massive political realignment that reverberated across Delta State and beyond, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, and other stakeholders in the state have formally announced their resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Announcing the defection after a meeting with leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state on Wednesday at Government House, Asaba, pioneer Chairman of the PDP in the state, Senator James Manager, said the decision was taken in consultation with various stakeholders across the state. Manager said: “You have…