By Kenneth Orusi A renewed push for the creation of Anioma State has taken center stage in Delta State’s political discourse, led by Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District in the National Assembly. The call for the new state, which has been a longstanding aspiration of the Anioma people, gained significant momentum as the senator provided an update on the legislative process and national backing for the initiative. Speaking on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at a high-profile community engagement in Ogwashi-Uku, Aniocha South Local Government Area, Senator Nwoko addressed stakeholders and supporters during an event organized by the…
Author: Spade Nigeria
In what is being hailed as a turning point in Delta State’s political trajectory, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Alhaji Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has publicly endorsed the creation of Anioma State, declaring it a “done deal” backed by the APC leadership and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Dr. Ganduje made the declaration during a high-profile rally held in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area, where thousands of supporters and defectors welcomed a delegation of APC heavyweights. Among them were Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo; Senator Ovie Omo-Agege; Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu; Chiedu Ebie, Chairman of the NDDC…
By Unue Emeka, The senator representing Delta North, Senator Ned Nwoko, has made it clear that Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, is not welcome in the All Progressives Congress (APC). Nwoko stated that the Delta APC will defeat the governor and his party, the PDP, in the 2027 general elections. He made this statement at Agbor, which has been termed a significant political realignment in Delta State, following the official defection of members of the Delta Unity Group (DUG) in Ika Federal Constituency from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC. The gathering, attended by APC bigwigs,…
By Sunny Green Itodo Nigerian media personality and actress, Toke Makinwa, has said she is at a point in her life where her marital choices are limited. The 40-year-old said if given the opportunity to be a second, third, fourth or even fifth wife, she would consider it. She stated this in the latest episode of her podcast, Toke Moments, shared via her YouTube page. “As independent women, do you think that we have glamourised this notion of being independent?,” Makinwa asked her guest on the show, Banke Kuku. “Yeah. It’s tough,” Kuku replied. Makinwa added, “I won’t lie, Banke.…
By Olugbenga Ige Two masquerades led youths in Omu-Aran in Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State to protest over alleged outrageous billing and sudden movement of the community’s electricity billing regime from Band C to Band A. The protesters, on Friday, were seen gathered at Bareke Roundabout in the metropolis, carrying placards with various inscriptions amidst dancing and singing of war songs. Some of the inscriptions on the placards read, ‘Omu-Aran Says No to Band A’, ‘Bring Us Back to Band C’, ‘Revert Omu-Aran to Band C ’, and ‘Omu-Aran Youths Have Spoken Loudly’. According to the youths, the…
By Tunde Rahman The special relationship between President Bola Tinubu and former President Muhammadu Buhari has witnessed many remarkable moments. It has experienced dramatic and exciting times, just as there have been challenging moments. Life changing and sweet memories abound between the two great leaders. Between the two great men, there are recollections of might-have-beens. There are also open testimonies about the gains of the partnership and words of commendation as well as scornful moments. Nonetheless, the two leaders have trudged on to the admiration of their mutual friends and associates, and bewilderment – I dare say, disappointment – of…
By Sunny Green Itodo Veteran Nollywood actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo (RMD), has shared his opinion on polygamy. The movie legend said it is unfair to be married to just one woman while responding to a question about the number of women who desire him on a recent episode of Curiosity Made Me Ask. Declaring his support for polygamy, RMD revealed that his father married five women. The host Bae U Barbie asked: “You are married to only one woman. Do you think that is fair? Do you have an idea of how many women [who] want you?” RMD replied: “I don’t…
by Yewande Fasan Crossdresser and social media personality Bobrisky has signaled his return to the country with clear instructions to potential clients. Known for his flamboyant style, Bobrisky outlined specific terms for engagements, emphasising luxury and safety. In his post on Instagram, Bobrisky stated that any meetup would require a minimum fee of $200,000 and must take place in a suite at upscale hotels like Eko Hotel or The Wheatbaker in Lagos. He reminded his clients to get prepared with protection, stating that no-kissing rule, citing concerns about hygiene among some Lagos men. He said: “All my sugar daddies in…
By Ifreke Inyang Former MEND leader High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has claimed that the suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara will return to his seat. Tompolo was speaking for the first time almost a month after a state of emergency was declared in Rivers State. He made the remarks during his 54th birthday celebration on Saturday at the Aziza Temple in Gbaramatu Kingdom. Tompolo also pledged his commitment to the Ijaw nation amid allegations of betrayal. “People say I betrayed the Ijaw nation for not speaking about the removal of Governor Fubara. “But I cannot betray the Ijaw…
Director General, Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe has said that the Vanguard Newspapers’s “Governor of the year In Good Governance Award” bestowed on the Governor of Delta State, Dr (Elder) Sheriff Oborevwori, is a clear testament to the rapid socioeconomic and infrastructure development in all sectors of the state economy in less than two years in office, and counting. Dr Oghenesivbe’s assertion was contained in a congratulatory message made available to newsmen on Saturday in Asaba, wherein he noted that the unprecedented speed of development and economic advancement recorded in the state could not have…