By Our Reporter The immediate past Deputy Governor of Delta State and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), His Excellency, (Dcn) Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, Esq., has expressed confidence in the ongoing preparations for the party’s forthcoming National Convention, commending the work of the planning committee. Otuaro, who is also a prominent leader of the PDP in Delta State, gave the assurance following the party’s 107th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja. He specifically lauded the Convention Planning Committee chaired by Okezie Ikpeazu, describing its efforts as commendable and indicative of a well-organized convention process. Speaking ahead of…
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By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The Delta State Government has approved the recruitment of over 700 medical and non-medical personnel in a sweeping move to strengthen healthcare delivery and meet rising demands across the state. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Joseph Onojaeme, disclosed this on Tuesday while briefing journalists in Asaba, describing the exercise as a strategic response to ongoing expansion in the sector under Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda. According to Onojaeme, the recruitment spans multiple health institutions, including the Hospital Management Board, which has been allocated 295 slots, and the Delta State University Teaching Hospital, with 120…
By Our Correspondent ABUJA — Nigeria’s anti-corruption landscape may be witnessing one of its most dramatic turning points, as staggering figures emerging from an ongoing financial probe suggest the recovery of over ₦12 trillion in allegedly misappropriated funds and assets. At the centre of the unfolding revelations is former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, who is reportedly said to have returned a colossal ₦4 trillion to the Federal Government. Sources close to the investigation further claim that six commercial banks linked to him have also been relinquished as part of the recovery process. Though official confirmation remains…
_Ozoro, Isoko North LGA, Delta State_ — Engineer Henry Ochuko Odugba, APC chieftain and President of the Concerned Isoko Youths for Good Governance, has strongly condemned the assaults on women and female students during the Alue-Do Festival in Ozoro, describing the attacks as “barbaric, shameful, and a betrayal of Isoko values.” “Chasing, stripping, and molesting our sisters under any guise is not culture—it is criminality, pure and simple,” Odugba said. “Our tradition protects; it does not humiliate. No custom can override the dignity, safety, and rights of women and girls.” He commended the Delta State Police Command for acting swiftly—arresting…
I received with deep sadness the news of the sudden passing of Mr. Sunday Kotor, Senior Special Assistant on Protocol to the Delta State Government. His demise on Friday, March 20, 2026, is a painful loss, not only to the government but to all who had the privilege of knowing and working with him. Mr. Kotor was a consummate professional whose dedication, discipline, and attention to duty stood him out in the discharge of his responsibilities. In his role as Protocol Officer, he brought dignity, order, and excellence to state functions, serving with quiet efficiency and unwavering commitment. I extend…
The Governor of Imo State and Director-General of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Senator Hope Uzodimma and Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Monday, called for unity of purpose, message, and mobilisation across the country. The duo who spoke during the South-South Strategic Communications and Mobilisation Summit themed “One Party, One Message, One Mobilisation,” held at Government House, Asaba, declared that Nigeria’s ongoing reforms require coordinated communication and effective grassroots engagement to succeed. The event brought together political leaders and party stakeholders, including Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State, to strengthen communication strategies and mobilise support for the…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr Governor of Imo State and Director-General of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Hope Uzodimma, has charged coordinators across the South-South zone to adopt a unified communication strategy in promoting the reform agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, declaring that “alignment is not optional, but a requirement.” Uzodimma gave the directive on Monday at the South-South Zonal Workshop for State and Local Government Area Coordinators of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, held in Asaba, where he emphasized the need for a coordinated national messaging framework under the theme “One Party, One Message, One Mobilisation.” The Imo governor,…
By Oghenero Orovwuje The Governor of Delta State Rt.Hon.Elder Sheriff Oborevwori has directed that all political appointees who intend to contest elective offices in the forthcoming 2027 general elections should resign their appointments on or before March 31st, 2026. According to a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government(SSG) Dr.Kingsley Eze Emu, the directive is pursuant to the provisions of Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, as well as the timetable issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for party primaries ahead of the 2027 general elections. The statement added that the resignation requirement applies to…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to the Chairman of United Bank for Africa (UBA), Mr. Tony Elumelu, on the occasion of his 63rd birth anniversary. He described him as an exceptional leader whose life continues to inspire hope, enterprise and prosperity across Africa. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the Governor lauded Elumelu as a distinguished son of Delta State and a shining symbol of excellence, resilience and visionary leadership. He noted that Elumelu’s remarkable journey from humble beginnings to global prominence stands as a powerful testament to…
The Wife of the Delta State Governor, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, has thrown her weight behind an autistic cyclist and Guinness World Record holder, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, with a donation of N10 million to support his advocacy and foundation. Kanyeyachukwu, a 16-year-old autistic artist and endurance cyclist from Enugu State, was received alongside a team of cyclists at the Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba, during his ongoing “Ride for Autism” campaign, a nationwide initiative aimed at raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and advocating for better support systems for children with autism. The young champion is riding from Enugu to Lagos, drawing attention to…