By Hon. Godwin Anaughe Panic has taken over the political scene in Delta Central Senatorial District. After Senator Ovie Omo-Agege returned home to a vibrant, enthusiastic crowd that practically shut down Osubi, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori panicked. In a rush, he instructed Ughelli North Chairman Jaro Egbo to orchestrate a fake “declaration” for Senator Ede Dafinone this Sunday, April 26, 2026. This isn’t politics. It’s terror. And it’s bound to hurt the APC not only in Delta Central but across Delta State. Omo-Agege’s decision to run for the Senate was a significant move for the sake of party unity. He had…
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Leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta Central Senatorial District are set to converge in Ughelli for the official declaration of Senator Ede Dafinone, in what party insiders describe as a strategic move to consolidate political strength ahead of future contests. The invitation, issued by the State Publicity Secretary of the party, Valentine Onojeghuo Esq., on Friday, disclosed that the event is being organized under the directive of the Delta State APC Vice Chairman and Chairman of Delta Central, Chief Paulinus Akpeki. According to the notice, the declaration is scheduled to hold on Sunday, April 26,…
By Kingsley Otuaro Media Team In a renewed push to strengthen grassroots political participation and voter consciousness, Pastor Oporoza Abraham, Personal Assistant to the immediate past Deputy Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Dcn. Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, Esq. has embarked on a sensitisation tour across communities in Ogbolubiri Ward 9, Burutu Local Government Area. The outreach, which took him to Gbekebor, Okrika, Ogbeinghene, Egodo and Agbodobori communities, was marked by strong engagement with residents on the need for responsible political participation and sustained support for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Pastor Abraham was accompanied by notable party stakeholders, including Prince…
The Kogi State High Court in Lokoja has ordered Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to pay ₦1 billion in damages to former governor Yahaya Bello in a defamation suit. According to the Certified True Copy of the judgment delivered on April 23 in suit HCL/16/2023, Justice A. S. Ibrahim ruled in favour of the claimant after holding that the case was proved on the balance of probabilities. The court found that an interview granted by the senator on Arise TV’s The Morning Show on November 4, 2022, was defamatory. In the broadcast, she described the former governor as “a murderer, killer, perpetrator…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo The Head of Service of Delta State, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji, has congratulated Engr. Gabriel Fuludu, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Works (Rural and Riverine Roads), on his retirement from the State Civil Service, effective Sunday, April 26, 2026, upon attaining the statutory retirement age of 60. Dr. Oseji commended Engr. Fuludu for his invaluable contributions to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for monitoring engineering projects and certifying completed jobs—an initiative introduced on March 7, 2026. She noted that the procedures are critical to strengthening transparency and accountability in infrastructural development, in line with Governor Sheriff…
By Enitan Abel Johngold A growing controversy has enveloped the Independent Power Plant (IPP) project initiated by host communities in OML 34, Delta State, following allegations of failure, counterclaims of misinformation, and emerging accusations of vested interests. At the centre of the dispute is a recent publication by activist Chief Zik Gbemre, who described the community-driven power project as a failed initiative and called for its overhaul, including the engagement of a specific engineering firm. However, the Secretary of the PGMOU Management Committee for the NAG-3 project, Comrade Igho Onobraekpeyan, has pushed back strongly, describing the claims as “misleading” and…
By Arieri Agbro What someone keeps quiet about can matter more than their speech. When Senator Ovie Omo-Agege announced his bid for Delta Central, the missing words stood out sharply. He did not mention Governor Sheriff Oborevwori at all. That gap carried meaning, not oversight. The unspoken part shaped perception – poorly. He spoke directly to the President, lifting up national programs while listing his own past moves. Not once did he mention the governor now in office, though that leader comes from the very same Delta Central zone where progress stories are being written today. His comeback bid stood…
The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on Wednesday, presented investment potentials of the state before the European Union. According to the Governor, Delta is safe, conducive and blessed with a lot of solid minerals for industrialists. The Governor made the presentation when he received on courtesy visit, the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria, Ambassador Gautier Mignot. The Governor who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, said; “Delta State is widely known for its hospitality. It is a destination that visitors cherish not only because of our welcoming people but also due to our rich endowment…
The All Progressives Congress, APC, stakeholders in Sapele Local Government Area of Delta State has endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and Senator Ede Dafinone for the 2027 general elections, in what observers describe as an early political signal ahead of the next electoral cycle. The endorsement, backed by all 11 ward coordinators of the party in the council, was announced at a stakeholders’ meeting in Sapele, where party leaders said the decision was driven by confidence in the leadership and performance of the three political figures. Pioneer APC chairman in Sapele, Chief Lucky Esigie, who moved the…
The Delta State Government has once again affirmed its determination to resolve the long-standing electricity challenges affecting Ndokwa Nation, assuring residents that the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori remains attentive and responsive to the needs of all communities across the state. The reassurance followed a peaceful protest by residents under the “Light Up Ndokwa Nation” campaign, who gathered at the main gate of Government House in Asaba on Wednesday to demand the connection of Ndokwa Nation to the Okpai Independent Power Plant. Addressing the protesters on behalf of the government, Chief of Staff, Government House, Hon. Johnson Erijo, praised their…