In a shocking incident that highlights the growing wave of violence among young students, a 14-year-old girl from Ikot Ewa Secondary School was arrested by Nigerian Army officers for attempting to murdeer her teacher. The teenage suspect was caught in possession of a cut-to-size double-barrel gun, which she allegedly planned to use to execute her teacher as revenge for making her cut her dyed hair. According to reports, the girl was furious after her teacher enforced the school’s grooming policy, which required students to maintain natural hair. Feeling humiliated, she allegedly made the decision to take deadly action, leading to…
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BY AUSTIN OYIBODE Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, hosted members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) from Delta North on Wednesday, where meaningful discussions were held. In a post shared on X, the Distinguished Senator stated that the meeting provided an “opportunity to foster the unity we seek,” as they engaged in open and constructive dialogue about their collective aspirations. The Senator highlighted that the conversation centered around the creation of Anioma State, a cause he described as a dream “that speaks to our unity, progress, and rightful place in the Nigerian federation.” He…
Delta State Government, Wednesday, launched a whistle-blowing policy to enable citizens report poor quality and substandard projects delivery in the state. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, announced the establishment of the policy at a news conference in Asaba, the Delta State Capital. Flanked by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon and Executive Assistant to the Governor on Public Enlightenment (Projects and Policies), Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, the Commissioner said citizens can send text messages, WhatsApp messages with pictures and videos where possible to 09169978305. He said: “So today we are…
Senator Ned Munir Nwoko, representing Delta North and Chancellor of Sports University of Nigeria, was the Special Guest of Honour at the Command Day Secondary School Abuja 16th Annual Inter-House Sports Competition. The event took place on February 18 at the Aguiyi Ironsi Cantonment Sports Complex, Abuja. Represented by his Chief of Staff, Dr. Michael Nwoko, the senator applauded the students, teachers, and military personnel for organizing a vibrant and competitive event. He emphasized the significance of sports in shaping young minds, fostering teamwork, discipline, and resilience. “I am honored to be here today as the Special Guest of Honour.…
By Ify Achugbue Agbor, Delta State – In a continued effort to maintain a clean and healthy environment, the Delta State Waste Management Board (DSWMB) has intensified its waste evacuation operations across the state. Acting on the directive of the Executive Chairman, Hon. Matthew Mofe Edema, the Member representing Delta North, Hon. Igbenije Cosmas, led a team of DSWMB staff on a routine evacuation of solid waste dumps along Old Lagos/Asaba Road, specifically after Nugbo before the railway in Boji-Boji Owa, Agbor. The exercise is part of the Board’s ongoing commitment to keeping Delta State clean, preventing environmental hazards, and…
Chief Great Ogboru had a perfect chance of being elected Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in 2003 and 2023. Still, he was desperate for the governorship position, knowing full well that he lacked the political structure and arsenal to conquer the Delta state ruling party, the PDP. There’s no doubt that the popularity of Chief Great Ogboru upon his return from EXILE in the early year 2000 attracted him neutral likeness from Deltans. The love he couldn’t translate to electoral victory to become governor but through him, so many politicians were able to sail the State and National…
Warri, Delta State – High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of elder statesman and nationalist, Pa (Senator) Edwin Kiagbodo Clark, OFR, CON. In a heartfelt condolence message, Tompolo extended his sympathies to the Clark-Fuludu Bekederemo family of Kiagbodo Town, as well as the people of the South-South region and Nigeria at large, describing Senator Clark’s demise as a great loss to the nation. “The news came as a rude shock to me this morning. Even though he was old, he was full of life and still actively engaged. His…
Deputy Senate President in the 9th assembly, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has described the passing of Chief E. K. Clark, as the end of an eventful era characterised by the distinguished role of some leaders who fought assiduously for the building of a Nigeria anchored on justice, fair play, equity and true federalism. Reacting to the demise of the elder statesman, Omo-Agege said his life was a testimony to courage. He said: “I received the news of the passing of our foremost leader and patron of Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, Chief E.K Clark, with profound pain and sorrow. Nigeria, nay,…
Her Royal Majesty Olori, the wife of Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, has said training of students on entrepreneurial skills will equip them for future challenges in addition to boosting the national economy through the small, medium and large scale businesses and investments. Speaking at the second day of the entrepreneurial training program for students of selected schools in Warri South Council area, yesterday, Olori Atuwatse III, noted that the first phase of the process which is ‘Train-The Trainers’, had commenced with the training of teachers of these schools who in turn trains students in their various schools. According…
By Kenneth Orusi In the heart of Nigerian politics stands a leader who combines the virtues of integrity, passion, and relentless determination, that is Senator Prince Ned Munir Nwoko. Representing Delta North Senatorial District in the Nigerian Senate, Nwoko has earned a reputation as a complete gentleman, gracious, respectful, and always striving to do what is right, but also a dogged politician, unwavering in his pursuit of justice and progress for Nigeria. Senator Nwoko’s political journey is marked by his unyielding commitment to improving the lives of Nigerians, especially those in his constituency. His approach to leadership is grounded in…