By Nelson Agbajor Senator Ede Dafinone has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening unity among Urhobo people by hosting the March edition of his “Meet-and-Greet” gathering in Abuja. The event brought together Urhobo sons and daughters from diverse professional backgrounds to foster collaboration and promote collective development within the Urhobo community. Speaking during the engagement, the lawmaker representing Delta Central Senatorial District emphasised the importance of unity among the Urhobo people, noting that their shared heritage should serve as a foundation for cooperation and mutual support. He encouraged participants to interact freely, exchange ideas and build lasting professional relationships that would…
Author: Spade Nigeria
The National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates Confraternity) has joined the global community in celebrating women and calling for greater inclusion of women in political leadership and governance as the world marks the 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD). In a statement issued on Sunday by the Cap’n of the National Association of Seadogs, Dr Joseph Oteri, the organisation said the day provides an opportunity to recognise the resilience, achievements, and invaluable contributions of women to societal development, while also reflecting on the persistent challenges that continue to limit their full participation in leadership. Oteri noted that although women remain central to…
by Femi Fani-Kayode Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to Germany, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has provided a fresh insight into the circumstances surrounding the abortion of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai’s appointment as a minister after his initial nomination by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2023. The former Minister of Aviation said contrary to popular opinion, El-Rufai’s nomination “was not rejected as a consequence of the implementation of some far-fetched and illusionary conspiracy supposedly woven against him by the National Security Advisor, the Governor of Kaduna State, the Vice President and the President”. Rather, he said, petitions from…
The National Assembly has reaffirmed its commitment to fiscal accountability following a budget defence session between the Joint Senate and House of Representatives Committee on Communications and the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). This was disclosed in a statement issued by Ned Munir Nwoko, who participated in the session alongside other lawmakers. According to Senator Nwoko, the budget defence formed a critical part of the legislature’s constitutional oversight function, providing an opportunity to examine the Commission’s financial proposals, seek clarifications where necessary, and ensure accountability in the use of public funds. “The budget defence sessions remain an important part of the…
By Patrick Ochei It was a moment of cultural pride and royal reverence as ESV Sir Peter Isioma Kifordu, a young professional surveyor from the neighbouring community of Issele-Azagba, paid a courtesy visit to the palace of His Royal Majesty, Agbogidi Obi Nduka, the highly revered monarch of the Issele-Uku Kingdom. The visit, which took place at the royal palace in Issele-Uku, was described by Sir Kifordu as both a personal and cultural engagement, aimed at fostering a cordial relationship with the throne in admiration of the monarch’s remarkable leadership and dedication to the advancement of the kingdom. Speaking during…
Governor of Delta State and Visitor to Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has justified the decision of the state government to establish three additional state-owned universities, noting that the move has significantly expanded access to higher education for thousands of students. The governor spoke on Saturday during the maiden convocation ceremony of Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, where 416 pioneer graduates were awarded first degrees across the Faculties of Agriculture, Arts, Behavioural Sciences, Computing, Environmental Sciences, Management Sciences and Sciences. Oborevwori said the establishment of the three universities in 2021 was a deliberate response to the growing number…
By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The Founder and President of LightRay! Media Books and Creative Society, Lady Ejiro Umukoro, has officially flagged off the first-ever Distortion World Book Day Festival in Delta State, calling for urgent action to revive reading culture and rebuild libraries across the state. The historic literary initiative, themed “That Which Bends, Transcends,” was launched on Friday in Asaba and drew participation from government officials, educators, literary enthusiasts, students and civil society groups. The event also featured the official launch of the novel “Distortion,” a Ministry of Education-approved literature text currently recommended for schools in Delta…
Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Friday declared that Delta has effectively become a no-go area for opposition political parties due to the visible achievements of his administration across the state. The governor made the assertion during the inauguration of the 4.8-kilometre Oko–Amakom/Oko-Obiokpu/Oko-Anala Road in Oko Kingdom and other network of roads in Asaba, both in Oshimili South Local Government Area. Speaking at the ceremony, elated Oborevwori said the extensive infrastructure development under his administration had strengthened public confidence in government and positioned the state for continued political dominance ahead of the 2027 general elections. He said: “When…
By Paul Dada According to him, part of the arrangement involves refunding funds believed to have been obtained unlawfully. A former aviation minister in Nigeria, Stella Oduah, and a co-defendant have signalled their intention to settle a ₦2.5 billion fraud case through a plea bargain arrangement before the Federal High Court in Abuja. During proceedings on Thursday, Director of Public Prosecutions, Rotimi Oyedepo, informed the court that both defendants had approached the Attorney-General of the Federation to negotiate a plea agreement. According to him, part of the arrangement invOOduaolves refunding funds believed to have been obtained unlawfully. “They have made…
by Funke Egbemode Nobody understands. How could she do it? Why did she do it after all these years? An affair after 25 years of marriage and three grown-up children? What is she still looking for? What has God not blessed her with? Her husband is well- to-do, healthy and the children are doing well. But Madam B did it and it’s done. She’s 52 and is cheating on her husband. It’s hard to understand, I guess, but it happened and somewhere, as you read this, it is probably happening again. Older women stepping out on their spouses. There are…