The Grant Community Decide Movement (GCDM), on behalf of members of the Grant Ecosystem across Nigeria, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to urgently intervene in the resolution and payment of outstanding grants purported sourced from international donors over 11 years ago. The movement, in a letter addressed to Tinubu, called for an investigation into the status of the grant, payments, verification of eligible beneficiaries and a clear roadmap for resolving the matter in line with established government procedures and commitments. The Grant Community Decide Movement says prolonged delays have caused financial hardship, needless deaths, rivalry amongst subscribers and stakeholders,…
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The Delta State Government has concluded its seven-weekend Senior Management Course organised by the Office of the Head of Service in Asaba, with a focus on strengthening leadership and management capacity in the state’s public service. The course brought together 150 senior management personnel for intensive training aimed at enhancing their administrative skills and equipping them to deliver more effective, efficient and responsive public service. In her opening remarks, the Head of Service, Delta State, Dr. (Mrs.) Mininim Oseji, said the programme was designed to expose participants to contemporary management concepts and equip them with the knowledge and skills required…
By Fegor Ogene JP. The passage of the University of Agriculture, Orerokpe Bill at third reading in the Nigerian Senate marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of educational advancement and agricultural development in Delta State. Sponsored by Senator Ede Dafinone, the bill represents an opportunity to expand access to higher education, promote agricultural research, empower young people and stimulate economic growth across Delta Central and the state at large. Why is this development important? For Delta Central, the proposed university could bring higher education closer to home, ease some of the financial burden on families and create opportunities for…
By Shulamite Owhoekevbo The valedictory activities marking the retirement of the Head of Service of Delta State, Dr. Mrs. Mininim Oseji, commenced on Thursday, October 22, 2026, in Asaba with a book review session. The highlight of the event was the review of Dr. Oseji’s latest book, Maximizing the Benefits of Foreign Education. In her remarks, the Head of Service described the experience as exhilarating and urged workers and students to cultivate a robust reading culture as a means of broadening their knowledge and worldview. Dr. Oseji noted that the book review was the seventh and final edition organised by…
ASABA — Governor Sheriff Francis Oborevwori, his Chief Strategist, Dr Festus Goziem Okubor, Senator Ede Dafinone and other stakeholders have called for credible elections, responsible journalism and stronger institutional accountability as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections. The call was made at the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) 2026 Annual Conference and 7th Annual Lecture Series, held on Wednesday, October 21, at David’s Event Centre, GRA, Asaba, Delta State, under the theme, “Democracy Under Pressure: Electoral Integrity, Security Challenges and Media Accountability in Nigeria.” In his message Governor Oborevwori, represented by Dr. ifeanyi Osuoza, Hon Commissioner for Special Duties…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council to take the party’s message to the grassroots and mobilise voters across units, and wards ahead of the 2027 general elections. Oborevwori gave the charge on Thursday in Asaba during the inauguration of the Delta State APC Campaign Council, where he unveiled “MORE Plus” as the theme of his re-election campaign. He described membership of the council as a call to service, urging members to work with unity, discipline and dedication to secure victory for President Bola Tinubu, himself and other APC…
The Federal High Court sitting in Warri, Delta State, has fixed November 24, 2026, for judgment in a suit challenging former Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege’s participation in the May 29, 2026, primary election of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The suit, marked FHC/WR/CS/120/2026, was instituted by Prof. Alexander Osondu Akpodiete, who seeks Omo-Agege’s disqualification and an order declaring him the rightful NDC candidate. Justice Hyeladzira Ajiya Nganjiwa reserved judgment after hearing arguments from counsel representing the parties, including the NDC and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). A mild drama reportedly unfolded during proceedings when counsel to Omo-Agege…
The lingering land tussle between Umuezei Quarters of Asaba and Okwe Community appears to have taken a fresh turn, as the people of Umuezei Quarters have moved to enforce a subsisting judgment of the Supreme Court of Nigeria over the ownership of the vast expanse of land presently occupied by Okwe. This was contained in a petition dated 14th September, 2026, addressed to His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State, by the Solicitors to Umuezei (Ezenei) Chike Onyemenam, SAN. The petition, which was received at the Office of the Governor, Government House, Asaba, on 15th September,…
ASABA — World Mental Health Day provided the National Association of Seadogs, Vito Corsica Deck, an opportunity to move beyond symbolism into direct community action. The Deck sponsored a special session on Trend 100.9 FM featuring Consultant Psychiatrist Dr. Enebe Anthony, who reminded audiences that distress is not weakness and that early recognition of symptoms — low mood, social withdrawal, sleep changes, or more dramatic signs such as hallucinations — can prevent escalation. He stressed that mild conditions frequently respond to support and lifestyle measures, while severe ones demand specialist attention, and he called on families and workplaces to create…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has visited the family of former Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON to offer his condolences, following the death of the former governor on Monday at the age of 71. Oborevwori, who was accompanied by his wife, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, and top government functionaries, described the late Uduaghan as a great leader whose contributions to the development of Delta State would remain indelible. The governor had earlier joined family members and other dignitaries, including Uduaghan’s daughter, Orode, and former President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, to receive the former governor’s remains at…