President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the postings of 31 career and 34 non-career ambassadors to various countries and the United Nations. The Senate confirmed the ambassadors-designate last December. POSTINGS OF NON-CAREER AMBASSADORS / HIGH COMMISSIONERS S/N NAME MISSION APPROVED 1. SENATOR GRACE BENT: LOME-TOGO 2. SEN. ITA ENANG: SOUTH AFRICA 3. IKPEAZU VICTOR: SPAIN 4. NKECHI LINDA UFOCHUKWU: TEL-AVIV, ISRAEL 5. MAHMUD YAKUBU: QATAR 6. PAUL OGA ADIKWU: THE VATICAN CITY HOLY SEE 7. VICE ADMIRAL IBOK-ETE EKWE IBAS: THE PHILIPPINES 8. MR. RENO OMOKRI: MEXICO CITY, MEXICO 9. HON. (ENGR.) ABASI BRAIMAH (FMHR): BUDAPEST, HUNGARY 10. MRS. ERELU…
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By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr Chief (Engr.) Ogochukwu Frank Olisa, the Ebubedike I of Oko Kingdom in Oshimili South Local Government Area of Delta State, has congratulated Chief Solomon Arenyeka on his emergence as the new Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State. In a statement issued on Friday, Chief Olisa described Arenyeka’s election as well-deserved, expressing confidence in his ability to provide purposeful leadership for the party in the state. Recalling his days at Hussey College Warri, Chief Olisa, The Ebubedike I of Oko Kingdom, noted that the new chairman possesses the foresight, diplomacy, and…
by Sam Omatseye It was a great day for the Itsekiri, and for the language. When the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, bestowed the chieftaincy title, Utukpa Oritse, on First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, he probably did not know it was an extraordinary moment for Ugbajo, the tribe and its tongue. Utukpa means light or lamp, and the First Lady gave the Itsekiri language a platform I have not seen in my lifetime. Her tongue lit fore for her people. The world had to watch, even when they did not understand. First Lady Oluremi gave Itsekiri a voice and platform.…
By Nelson Agbajor Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has been honoured with a Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his contributions to the development of the Urhobo Nation and his commitment to public service. The award was presented by the Urhobo Catholic Community of St. John Mary Vianney Catholic Church during the Urhobo Cultural Day celebration and the formal welcome of His Lordship, Most Rev. Dr. Anthony Ovayero Ewherido to the Asaba Region. The event, held in December 2025 in Asaba, Delta State, was themed “Urhobo: Our Culture, Our Pride.” Presenting the honour, the organisers commended Senator…
The ancient Owa Kingdom is set for a grand, week-long celebration in honour of His Royal Majesty (HRM), Emmanuel Efeizomor II, as the revered monarch clocks 88 years. Briefing the press on Tuesday March 3, 2026, at the Palace via an official press statement issued and signed by the Chairman Ceremonial Planning Committee, Chief Engr. Okwuokenye Nkenchor, the kingdom announced a carefully curated programme of events to celebrate the life, legacy and enduring leadership of the octogenarian royal father. Engr. Nkenchor, who is the Inneh of Owa Kingdom and doubles as the Personal Assistant to the Obi of Owa kingdom…
By Oluwapelumi Oluwayemi The actress made the clarification in a post shared on her Instagram page, where she explained that she prefers to describe herself as a single woman raising two children rather than a single mother. Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay has clarified that she does not consider herself a single mother despite her separation from her estranged husband, Nigerian music star 2Baba. The actress made the clarification in a post shared on her Instagram page, where she explained that she prefers to describe herself as a single woman raising two children rather than a single mother. “I’m not a…
By Matthew Atungwu Newly sworn in Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Olatunji Disu, has thrown his weight behind the creation of state police. Speaking on the committee for state police implementation after his swearing-in ceremony at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Disu said state police has come to state. DAILY POST had reported that President Bola Tinubu recently asked Nigerian senators to expedite action to enact a law for the establishment of state police. Speaking on Wednesday, the new IGP said, “From the angle of the Nigerian Police, we don’t want it to seem as if others are taking decisions, and…
‘By Abimbola Aderinola Yul made reference to an incident involving Oseni and road officials. He claimed Oseni was once caught driving on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane… Nollywood actor, Yul Edochie, has spoken against Arise Television anchor, Rufai Oseni for his attitude towards guests during interviews. The actor, in a now viral video, questioned Oseni’s moral authority to challenge political leaders and guests on national television. Yul made reference to an incident involving Oseni and road officials. He claimed Oseni was once caught driving on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane. ”Is this not the same Rufai Oseni that…
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, will on Friday inaugurate the completed Phase One of the Oko-Amakom/Oko-Obiokpu Road project, including the access road linking the corridor to the Second Niger Bridge Service Road in Oshimili South Local Government Area. The project, which spans about 4.7 kilometres, also includes adjoining roads linking the Oko communities is being executed by the Delta State Ministry of Works, Highways and Urban Roads. Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, disclosed this on Wednesday while inspecting the project site in preparation for the governor’s visit and inauguration ceremony.…
The ancient saying “a prophet is without honour in his own home.” Senator Ede Dafinone, has powerfully rewritten that narrative. In a bold and unequivocal move, the Sapele LGA Executive has publicly declared its endorsement of Senator Ede Dafinone for a second term! not under pressure, not out of sentiment, but out of conviction. That endorsement is a statement of confidence from those who know him best. Sapele is home. Home sees character unfiltered. Home understands consistency. Home knows whether representation is visible or distant. When your own political base rises to say “we want more of this leadership”, it…