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,…
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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…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr Kwale, Delta State — March 18, 2026 Bellarks Polytechnic, Kwale, was the centre of attention on Thursday as the Delta State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, paid a familiarization visit to the institution, an engagement that highlighted both the school’s potential and the urgent need for strategic collaboration. The Commissioner, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Felicia Rone-Orugbor, led a delegation of four directors on a comprehensive tour of the polytechnic’s facilities. The team expressed satisfaction with the institution’s infrastructure, technical capacity, and commitment to hands-on education.…
The Renewed Hope Ambassadors have rolled out a detailed programme for their forthcoming South-South Zonal Summit in Asaba, aimed at strengthening grassroots mobilization and enhancing public awareness of ongoing national reforms. Addressing journalists in Asaba, the Delta State Coordinator of the group, Rt. Hon. Funkekeme Solomon, disclosed that the two-day summit, themed “One Party, One Message, One Mobilization,” will convene key political stakeholders, including coordinators from states and local governments across the South-South region. Solomon explained that the summit follows a similar engagement recently held in Abuja and was initiated by the South-South Zonal Coordinator, Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, to…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of his Senior Special Assistant on Protocol, Mr. Sunday Kotor. He described his passing as a painful loss to the state government and the people of Delta. Kotor, who was a dedicated aide to the Governor and widely known as a seasoned Master of Ceremony, reportedly died after collapsing at a private event on Friday evening. He was said to have slumped during the event and was immediately rushed to a medical facility, where efforts by doctors to revive him were unsuccessful. He was later…
By Edesiri Ofomala, I have had the rare privilege of listening, not once, not twice, but on several occasions, to Senator Ede Dafinone speak about the Urhobo people. Each time, one thing stands out clearly, this is not politics for him; it is a burden. Some leaders speak about their people. Others carry their people in their hearts. With him, you see a man who carries the Urhobo cause as a personal assignment, one that must not fail. There is a pattern you cannot ignore. A quiet resolve. A deep commitment to doing what is right, whether or not applause…
Aboh Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State — Pandemonium broke out yesterday in Aboh Ogwashi-Uku as a violent group of attackers alleged to be from Ibusa descended on the community in a coordinated assault that left residents injured, properties destroyed, and a serving police officer seriously wounded. Eyewitness accounts and security sources confirmed that the attack was led by one Lucky Abuah, popularly known as “Bullet,” described by law enforcement authorities as a repeat offender and a person of interest in multiple violent incidents across jurisdictions. The attackers reportedly invaded the area in broad daylight, unleashing violence on residents and damaging structures before…
Senator Ned Munir Nwoko has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful across Nigeria and the global community as they celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. In a goodwill message released to commemorate the festival, Nwoko congratulated adherents of Islam for successfully completing the month-long fast, describing Ramadan as a sacred period of devotion, sacrifice, and reflection. “I give thanks to Almighty Allah for granting us the strength, patience, and grace to complete the sacred month of Ramadan,” he stated, emphasizing the spiritual discipline and resilience demonstrated by the faithful throughout the fasting period. The senator…