The Deputy President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has called on Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, to embrace inclusive leadership and prioritise good governance as key strategies for consolidating the gains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections. Omo-Agege made the call on Friday while delivering remarks at the Delta State APC stakeholders’ meeting held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Asaba, stressing that unity, inclusivity, and people-oriented governance were critical to securing a “resounding victory” for the party in future elections. This was Omo-Agege’s first attendance at…
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By Pat Gbemudu The Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC) has enrolled additional residents into the Contributory Health Scheme through the Indigent Enrollee Adoption Initiative (IEAI), as part of efforts to expand access to quality and affordable healthcare for vulnerable residents across the state. The enrolment exercises were held at Christ Mercy Land Deliverance Ministry, Effurun, in Uvwie Local Government Area, where 250 indigent beneficiaries—mainly staff of the ministry—were enrolled, and at Umiaghwa Village in Okpe Local Government Area, where 100 pupils of Umiaghwa Primary School were registered under the Scheme. Speaking at the events, the Director-General of the DSCHC,…
Stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State on Friday converged at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Asaba, for a high-level meeting that underscored unity, E-Registration, grassroots mobilisation and preparedness ahead of forthcoming party congresses. Addressing leaders and members, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori stressed that leadership derives its legitimacy from the people and must be guided by humility, empathy and service. He urged stakeholders to place collective interest above personal considerations, resist division and avoid unnecessary conflicts, noting that unity remains the party’s greatest strength. The governor said meetings of the nature provide opportunities to review progress, strengthen structures…
Introduction: The recent news from the All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding Governors seeking the party’s tickets to fly its flag in the forthcoming general election, scheduled to take place in about 13 months, is both exhilarating and heart‑warming. This development is expected to extend to members of the National and State Assemblies as well. Performance Review of Legislators While the idea of automatic tickets may sound appealing, the performance of many legislators has been poor and disappointing, particularly in Cross River State. For three years, several members have avoided meaningful engagement with their constituents, leaving behind a record that does…
The Delta State Government has donated the sum of N10 million to support the humanitarian campaign of Miss Chineyenwa Judith Amadi, aimed at raising funds for cancer patients across the country through her initiative, “A Ride for Life.” Presenting the cheque on behalf of the state government, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, described cancer as one of the most devastating diseases confronting contemporary society. He said the state government was honoured to associate with the initiative, noting that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori gave a clear directive for the donation in support of the noble cause. “This is…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed concern over the low turnout recorded during the first phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise in the state, urging stakeholders to intensify grassroots mobilisation ahead of the second phase commencing in January 2026. The Governor made this known on Wednesday at a sensitisation and advocacy engagement organised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in collaboration with the Delta State Government at Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba. Represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, Oborevwori described the registration figures from the first phase as far below expectations, noting that…
Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, has called on eligible residents of the state to take full advantage of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise, describing voter registration and possession of the Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) as both a constitutional right and a civic responsibility. Aniagwu made the call on Wednesday while speaking to journalists on the sidelines of a sensitisation and advocacy engagement organised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in collaboration with the Delta State Government at Unity Hall, Government House, Asaba. According to the Commissioner, every Nigerian who has…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has felicitated the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Chief Festus Keyamo, SAN, on the occasion of his 56th birth anniversary, marked on January 21. The goodwill message was conveyed in a statement issued on Wednesday in Asaba by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon. Governor Oborevwori described Chief Keyamo as a distinguished Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, astute public servant, and committed patriot whose career in law and public service has continued to positively impact national development. He lauded the Aviation Minister for his notable contributions to the growth and…
By Yahaya Balogun.., “I don’t possess a home in Abuja, nor do I own land, and I have no intention of acquiring any.” – Peter Obi. “Sound and fury, signifying nothing,” – Shakespeare. Shakespeare’s poignant line from “Macbeth” captures the essence of Peter Obi’s plight—an expression of deep despair that echoes the futility of his relentless desperation for his elusive Nigerian presidency. Drawing on Macbeth’s moment of existential turmoil, Obi capitalizes on the frustrations of those harboring unfounded disdain for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu amid the myriad challenges facing our nation. In the ongoing national discourse between Tinubu and Obi,…
Dr. Michael Nwoko, Chief of Staff to Distinguished Senator Ned Nwoko, has provided a comprehensive account of the far-reaching projects attracted and executed by the senator within the two and half years in office, describing a development trajectory that is already redefining Delta North Senatorial District. According to Dr. Michael Nwoko, Senator Nwoko’s interventions cut across healthcare, infrastructure, water resources, power, and human capital development, reflecting a deliberate strategy to combine social welfare with long-term economic growth. Expanding Access to Quality Healthcare Healthcare remains one of the senator’s flagship priorities. Dr. Nwoko disclosed that the first phase of a large-scale…