In a significant move to mark the 2026 World Health Day, the National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity), Vito Corsica Deck, has launched a comprehensive health advocacy program in Asaba. Under the global theme “Together for Science,” the organization partnered with medical experts to confront the rising tide of cervical cancer in Delta State, emphasizing that ignorance remains a deadlier foe than the disease itself. Mr. Emeka Maduka, representing the Vito Corsica Deck, stated that the initiative is part of the “NAS Medical Mission,” a vehicle used by the association to provide humanitarian services and essential health information to the…
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A powerful coalition of Christian clerics across Ughelli North, Ughelli South and Udu Federal Constituency has thrown its weight behind Chief Dr. Ominimini Obiuwevbi ahead of the 2027 general elections, declaring him the most competent and compassionate choice to represent the constituency at the House of Representatives. The endorsement, announced on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, followed a high-level gathering of General Overseers, Archbishops, Bishops, Reverends and Pastors drawn from multiple denominations, who converged at Ominimini’s Ughelli residence in a show of unity and political direction. The clerical bloc, led by Bishop Billion Djanere and Bishop Dr. Harriton Akpodiete, also signaled…
By Enitan Abel Johngold The Delta State Head of Service, Dr. Mininim I. Oseji, has marked her first year in office with a strong commitment to repositioning the state’s civil service for efficiency, innovation, and improved welfare, even as she lamented the biting economic realities facing workers. Addressing journalists on Friday as part of activities marking her one-year anniversary in office, Oseji acknowledged that the current economic situation has taken a significant toll on civil servants, stressing that her administration is actively exploring practical ways to ensure workers achieve financial stability and prosperity. “The hard economy is taking a huge…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, on the occasion of his 64th birth anniversary. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described Senator Dafinone as a distinguished lawmaker and seasoned professional whose contributions to national development and representation of his Senatorial District have remained commendable. Governor Oborevwori noted that Dafinone’s dedication to public service, coupled with his wealth of experience in both the private and public sectors, has continued to add value to legislative processes and governance in the country. He praised…
A tribute to a man whose influence is measured not just by positions held, but by leaders made. By Enitan Abel Johngold A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Delta State, Comrade Gabriel Ejomafuvwe Diode, has extended warm birthday felicitations to elder statesman and political leader, Chief Great Ovedje Ogboru, describing him as a pillar of leadership and a beacon of political mentorship in Nigeria. In a statement issued on Friday to commemorate Ogboru’s birthday, Diode lauded the former Delta State governorship candidate for his enduring contributions to the growth of democratic ideals and political inclusiveness in Delta…
The Federal Government and Ohanaeze Ndigbo have jointly banned the coronation of Eze Ndigbo in foreign countries, calling it an embarrassment. In a statement by the Media Aide to the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr Magnus Eze disclosed that Bianca Ojukwu made the position of the Government known at the meeting of Imeobi in Enugu, the highest decision-making body of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, that such titles have caused violent backlash abroad. Just weeks ago, the coronation of an “Eze Ndigbo” in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, following the controversial coronation of a Nigerian Igbo leader, Solomon Ogbonna Eziko, as…
By Our Correspondent The management of the Ogbeogonogo Market Motor Park in Asaba has strongly refuted claims circulating in a viral video posted by self acclaimed activist Victor Ojei, popularly known as Wong Box, describing them as false, misleading, and a distortion of the events that unfolded at the facility on March 10, 2026. Addressing journalists in Asaba, the park manager under Ekwe-Ogidi Integrated Resources Limited, Chief Emeka Okoye, gave a detailed account of the incident, insisting that contrary to the narrative promoted online, it was not a case of a motorist being assaulted by park officials, but rather an…
Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, Chief Kestin Pondi, on Tuesday told lawmakers and stakeholders that Nigeria’s gradual recovery in crude oil production is largely the result of improved security coordination and active community participation in protecting oil and gas assets. Speaking at the Joint Petroleum Parliamentary Roundtable held at the National Assembly, Pondi expressed appreciation to the Senate Joint Committees for convening the session, describing it as a critical platform to address challenges confronting the nation’s oil and gas sector. He recalled that in 2022, when Tantita was awarded the contract to secure critical oil infrastructure, Nigeria’s…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to achieving stable and reliable electricity supply in the state through strategic partnerships with reputable energy experts. Governor Oborevwori who was speaking during a high level meeting with the management of Power Acumen Consulting Ltd (PACL), Detail Solicitors and Nigeria Infrastructure Bank (NIB) at Government House, Asaba, identified power distribution, not generation, as the major challenge hindering progress in the energy sector of the nation. He said his administration was intensifying efforts to address longstanding gaps in electricity supply in the state through strategic partnerships, policy reforms, and…
The Isoko Heritage Group has expressed strong concern over alleged attempts by a Delta South senatorial aspirant to influence traditional institutions through financial inducement, warning that such actions, if true, could erode the sanctity and integrity of the Isoko traditional system. In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Chief Ifoghale Agbuduta, the group said it had received credible reports of an alleged N250 million offers made to some Isoko traditional rulers in exchange for the conferment of a chieftaincy title, describing the development as troubling and unacceptable. The group noted that while Isoko land is made up of autonomous clans…