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…
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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…
A young police officer attached to the patrol unit of the Delta State Command of the Nigeria Police Force, Sergeant Happy Atibaka, has been commended for demonstrating honesty and professionalism after recovering and returning a lost bag belonging to a resident. The incident reportedly occurred during a routine patrol operation when the officer discovered an unattended bag containing valuable personal belongings, including two mobile phones, a large sum of money, jewellery, and other important items. Rather than ignoring the discovery, the officer immediately took steps to identify and trace the rightful owner. Sergeant Happy Atibaka, in the company of ASP…
By Shulamite Owhokevbo Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged newly sworn-in Permanent Secretaries in the state civil service to uphold professionalism, integrity, and accountability in the discharge of their duties. Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony held at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, on Wednesday, the governor said the appointments were made to fill existing vacancies in the service and were based strictly on merit, seniority, professionalism, and records of service in their respective ministries. Oborevwori stated that the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries were selected from a pool of competent candidates and noted that every local government…
By Ufuoma Egbe, In every political season, there are voices that contribute meaningfully to public discourse, and there are others that reduce politics to bitterness, vendetta, and personal attacks. Sadly, Dr. Wilson Omene appears to have chosen the latter path in his relentless and increasingly obsessive attacks against the Urhobo Senator, Ede Dafinone. At 72, a man should ordinarily be enjoying the rewards of decades of labour, spending time with family, mentoring younger generations, and reflecting on the legacy he intends to leave behind. That stage of life is meant for wisdom, dignity, and statesmanship — not endless political brawls…
Delta State First Lady and Founder of the You Matter Charity Foundation, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, on Tuesday empowered 500 market women across the state with cash grants, sewing machines and grinding machines in partnership with Fidelity Bank Plc. The empowerment programme, held at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, was organised by Fidelity Bank in collaboration with You Matter Charity Foundation under the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiative tagged “Give Her Power”. Speaking during the event, Deaconess Oborevwori described the initiative as a transformative programme designed to restore hope, strengthen families, and promote economic inclusion among women in Delta State.…
By Prof. Sandra Duru I came across a beautiful write up by Godwin Ossai about why Senator Ned Nwoko is being envied in Delta North politics, and while I appreciated the passion behind it, I would rather draw our attention to something far more important and productive: why many people genuinely love, respect, believe in, and continue to support him. Politics should not always be about bitterness, propaganda, endless attacks, and sponsored narratives. Sometimes, we should simply discuss results, character, vision, leadership, impact, and the humanity of a leader. Many people still do not fully understand the depth of what…