The Association of Professional Bodies of Nigeria (APBN), Delta State Chapter, has extended warm Easter greetings to the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the state government, professionals, and the entire people of the state, urging a renewed commitment to integrity, unity, and service. In an Easter message signed by the Chairman of the chapter, ESV (Rev) Lewis Afolabi, FNIVS, RSV, and the Secretary, Mr. Emmanuel Enebeli, the association emphasized the spiritual significance of the season, describing it as a period that reflects sacrifice, renewal, and hope through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The association noted…
Author: Spade Nigeria
It is the classic tale of Kate Hardcastle, a young upper-class girl who deliberately lowers herself—stoops to win affection. Kate disguises herself as a barmaid to test the true character of the charming Charles Marlow. By humility rather than hauteur, she triumphs. Love is won. Hola, harmony! In many ways, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has lived out that metaphor in Delta politics. Here is a man vested with enormous power: governor of oil-rich Delta.Favoured face of fame and fortune. Yet, rather than govern with vainglory, he has chosen to woo both the mighty and the meek. Political heavyweights in Delta Central,…
The Minority Leader of the 9th House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, OON, has called on Christians and Nigerians at large to reflect on the true meaning of Easter, stressing the significance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the foundation of hope, salvation, and reconciliation between God and humanity. In his Easter message on Sunday, April 5, 2026, Elumelu observed that Easter, the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, three days after His crucifixion, remains the cornerstone of the Christian faith. According to him, the resurrection signifies the triumph of life over death and light over darkness,…
By Kingsley Otuaro Media Team As Christians across the world commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State and, immediate past Deputy Governor of the State, His Excellency (Dcn) Kingsley Burutu Otuaro, Esq. has extended warm Easter greetings to Party faithful and the people of Delta State, calling for renewed hope, unity, and commitment to the collective good. In a goodwill message released on Sunday, Otuaro described Easter as a season that embodies the virtues of sacrifice, love, and triumph over adversity, urging citizens to draw inspiration from the significance of…
The Delta State Government has evacuated no fewer than 34 students of the University of Jos, following the recent security crisis in Plateau State, assuring them of safety and continued support. Speaking during a reception of the evacuated students, the State Director of Protocol, Chief Sunday Onoriode, commended the swift intervention approved by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and coordinated by the Executive Assistant to the Governor on Students Affairs, Comrade Ezekiel Okoh. He noted that the evacuation became necessary, following the closure of university by the school authority. Onoriode expressed gratitude that students of the state origin, returned home safely, describing…
By Enitan Abel Johngold Orheruata, MNIPR The Chairman of Concerned Nigerians for Better Nigeria (CNBN), Olorogun Godwin Obire, has strongly criticised emerging political interests from the Ughelli/Udu Federal Constituency seeking to contest the Delta Central Senatorial seat in 2027, describing the move as “selfish, desperate, and contrary to the collective interest” of the district. Speaking with journalists in Asaba, Obire maintained that the Delta Central Senatorial seat is not open for contest, insisting that the incumbent lawmaker, Ede Dafinone, has earned the right to seek re-election based on his performance and style of representation. According to him, “the political conversation…
Senator Ned Nwoko on Thursday escalated the push for Anioma State, leading a high-powered delegation of traditional rulers, political leaders, and key stakeholders to meet with Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin. The visit marks a strategic phase in intensifying efforts to secure constitutional backing for the proposed state, as advocates move to consolidate national support and drive the initiative through legislative channels. Nwoko made it clear: the Anioma State demand is not personal, it is a unified, people-driven movement. He stressed that the proposal has consistently been tabled before the National Assembly, backed by sustained engagement with lawmakers and…
The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigerian Police Force (NPF), is currently conducting physical and credential screening exercises for the following categories of candidates at the Police Command Headquarters, Asaba: (1) Candidates who missed their previously scheduled screening appointments. (2) Candidates who printed application forms marked “QUALIFIED” after completing the online registration but did not receive a letter for the screening exercise. (3) Candidates who received invitation letters for the screening exercise but were not assigned screening dates and centres. (4) Candidates who received letters of appointment with dates and venue but are yet to be screened.…
The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has tasked newly inaugurated executives of the Okpe, Sapele, and Uvwie (OSU) Federal Constituency Political Forum, Uvwie Chapter, to immediately commence aggressive grassroots mobilization in support of Bola Tinubu and Sheriff Oborevwori ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony held at Alegbo Primary School in Uvwie Local Government Area, Dafinone expressed optimism that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would secure victory in the forthcoming polls, citing ongoing economic reforms by the Tinubu administration as evidence of purposeful leadership. According to him, President Tinubu inherited a fragile economy…
Senator Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, yesterday paid a courtesy visit to Chief Adviser to the Delta State Governor Senator Dr. Ighoyota Amori, at his Mosogar country home, where both leaders emphasised the need for collaboration and cohesion among Urhobo political class. The meeting which was attended by key figures including the Chairman of Ethiope West local government area, Pastor Chris Onogba, APC Chieftain, Olorogun Adelabu Bodjor, Engr Abraham Bobor, amongst other, brought together members of the Amori political family, Senator Dafinone’s team, and other stakeholders, reinforcing calls for unity as a foundation for sustainable development in Delta…