BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Chief Emmanuel Ejiofor (Ph.D), a stalwart of the All Progressives Congress APC in Delta state, has dismissed reports that the Nigerian Senate has approved the creation of 12 new states, calling the claims “deliberate misinformation” aimed at discrediting Senator Ned Nwoko and sabotaging the movement for the creation of Anioma State. Reacting to trending reports alleging Senate approval of a 12-state expansion, Chief Ejiofor said such stories reflect a “deep misunderstanding of Nigeria’s constitutional process” and are being weaponized for political purposes. “That will show you the level of ignorance in circulation,” he said. “There are constitutional…
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By Barry Agbanigbi Youths from the Ndokwa Federal Constituency of Delta State have opened up on the reasons behind their recent attack on the Delta State Commissioner for Youth Development, Barrister Trakiriowei Harry Thankgod. The Delta State Commissioner for Youth Development, Barrister Trakiriowei Harry Thankgod, was attacked by protesting youths from Ndokwa Federal Constituency despite his efforts to intervene and de-escalate the crisis. According to official accounts, the commissioner proceeded to the protest site upon receiving reports of the unrest, intending to pacify the aggrieved youths and convey assurances that the state government would soon address their grievances. However, upon…
The Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Senator Ede Dafinone, has declared that the creation of Ethiope State presents an opportunity to correct decades of historical imbalances, empower the Urhobo Nation, a major ethnic group, unlock a new frontier for economic and social development, enhance governance efficiency, and preserve cultural identity. Speaking at the House of Representatives Committee on Constitutional Review’s public hearing at the Chief D.S. Alamieyeseigha Banquet Hall, Government House, Yenagoa, on Saturday, Senator Dafinone, Vice Chairman of the Senate Committees on Local Content and Legislative Compliance, emphasised that the proposed state would rectify long-standing inequities faced by…
Niger Delta youth leader and security advocate, Comrade Efe Feludu O’Kwakpovwe, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to swiftly renew and expand the pipeline surveillance contract currently handled by Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL). Speaking in a statement issued from Warri, Delta State, O’Kwakpovwe emphasized that renewing the Tantita contract is critical to consolidating recent successes in the fight against oil theft and pipeline vandalism across the Niger Delta. “I join millions of well-meaning Niger Delta youths in appealing to President Tinubu, the National Security Adviser, and the leadership of…
By Kazeem Ugbodaga Ghanaian actress and entrepreneur Rosemond Brown, widely known as Akuapem Poloo, has revealed details of a troubling incident from 2010 involving an unnamed former Black Stars player. In a candid interview with Andy Dosty on Hitz FM, Poloo recounted the unsettling experience, shedding light on the pressures faced by young women in social settings. According to Poloo, the incident took place at Rockstone’s Office, a popular hangout spot in Accra at the time. She explained that she was enjoying an evening with friends when the footballer, who frequented the venue’s VIP section, approached her. After exchanging contact…
By Stephen Adeleye Police have confirmed that senior lecturer at Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) in Anyigba area of the state, Dr Olabode Abimbola Ibikunle, died while allegedly having sexual affair with a female student. Ibikunle death was reported by the 22-year-old 200-level student he was having sex with, Kogi Police Command Spokesperson, SP William Aya said while confirming the incident in Lokoja on Friday. The student rushed to the reception to alert the staff that the lecturer had collapsed after their encounter. Aya said the incident occurred on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at a hotel in Anyigba and was…
by David Bolarinwa The Super Falcons advanced to the semi-finals of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with an emphatic 5-0 victory over the Copper Queens of Zambia. Nigeria wasted no time in taking control of the game, with centre-back Osinachi Ohale heading in a precise cross from Esther Okoronkwo just two minutes into the match. Both sides then fought to gain dominance with Zambia’s captain, Barbara Banda, testing the Super Falcons’ defense. However, Nigeria’s lead was extended in the 33rd minute when Okoronkwo latched onto a superb cross from Rasheedat Ajibade and calmly slotted it home. Chiwendu Ihezuo…
BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Senator Ned Nwoko has made a compelling case for the establishment of a dedicated national agency to eliminate malaria in Nigeria, calling it a critical move to end the country’s long-standing battle with the deadly disease. As sponsor of the bill, Senator Nwoko said the proposed legislation, A Bill for an Act to Establish the National Agency for Malaria Elimination (NAME) (SB.172), was the subject of a public hearing held at the National Assembly. Addressing lawmakers, health experts, and members of civil society, Senator Nwoko described malaria as a structural and national emergency that continues to destroy…
By Ogbueshi Godfrey Odogwu. The House of Representatives Constitution Amendment Committee is currently in Enugu to deliberate on key national issues including the request of Ndi Anioma for a state of their own. Two weeks ago we presented the same request at both Enugu and Ikot Ekpene during the Senate public hearing. The quest for the creation of Anioma State is as old as I am. It commenced in the year I was born- 1954, when one of Anioma most distinguished sons, Chief Dennis Osadebay presented a request to the Colonial Office in London for a West Niger Province to…
The Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Dr. Sikiru Adetona, recently marked his 86th birthday and 60th anniversary on the throne. In this rare and exclusive interview with Olayinka Oyegbile, Deputy Editor and Dare Odufowokan, Assistant Editor, the respected traditional ruler speaks on politics, the late Abacha and the bill before the Ogun State House of Assembly seeking to amend the installation of traditional rulers and other sundry issues. KABIYESI, there are allegations in some quarters that you are behind a bill before the Ogun State House of Assembly which is believed to be aimed at tampering with tradition and customs as…