Vera Osokpo,a Lagos based On Air Personality(OAP) has won a Lifetime Achievement Award for her contribution to the media industry through promotion of free speech, creating opportunities for balanced reporting and advancing the cause of developmental journalism According to the organisers,the award presentation, which was part of Isoko Mirror Newspaper’s 20th anniversary, held in..Man̈o Hotel ( Yaga) Oleh, Isoko South….of Delta State, Osokpo was also recognised for her selflessness and commitment to credible journalistic ideals Osokpo ,who presently works as one of the anchors on Lagos based MITV breakfast show, has carved a niche for herself in print electronic and…
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By ENITAN ABEL JOHNGOLD ORHERUATA, mnipr The National Association of Seadogs (NAS), also known as the Pyrates Confraternity, has raised the alarm over the deepening twin crises of drug abuse and homelessness in Nigeria, describing them as “moral emergencies” that require urgent national action. In a statement issued on October 5, 2025, the NAS Cap’n, Dr. Joseph Oteri, said the association is deeply concerned about the rising rate of substance abuse and homelessness among Nigerian youth and other vulnerable groups. He described the situation as a grave threat to public health, national security, and social cohesion. As part of efforts…
By Oritsejafor Kenneth A frontline All Progressives Congress (APC) woman leader and convener of a vibrant women’s political league, Chief Stella Aghoghovia, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for their impactful and reformative economic policies which, according to her, have significantly transformed both the national and Delta State economies. Chief Aghoghovia, who played a prominent role in mobilizing grassroots support that contributed to the victory of President Tinubu in the 2023 general elections, made the remarks during an interactive session with journalists in Warri, Delta State. Speaking about her women’s political group,…
By Enitan Abel Johngold Orheruata, mnipr In a stirring show of commitment to social change, the Vito Corsica Deck and Saxon Deck of the National Association of Seadogs (NAS), also known as the Pyrates Confraternity, on Friday, October 4, 2025, led a high-impact campaign in Asaba, Delta State, to raise awareness on the twin scourges of drug abuse and homelessness. The awareness campaign was part of a global march directed by the NAS Capoon, with simultaneous activities taking place in different parts of the world. In Asaba, the two decks embarked on a spirited road march through major streets, stopping…
By Chidi Chukwutem Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North senatorial district, has for some time now been advancing what many consider to be constructive, long‐overdue initiatives for the Anioma people. His calls for the recognition of their identity, justice and political inclusion have struck a chord across Delta North and beyond. The question is: do these intentions merit our support? Based on recent developments, the answer is a resounding Yes. Who are the Anioma people, and what is the issue? Anioma is a collective term for Igbo‐speaking nine local government areas in Delta State. These include Aniocha North & South,…
The recent purported coronation of an “Iyaloja of Edo State Market Association” by Chief (Mrs.) Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, who goes by the title of Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, has generated widespread debate, confusion, and controversy. To understand why this move has unsettled many in Benin City, Edo State, one must revisit the cultural and historical foundations of market leadership within the Edo South Senatorial District, otherwise known as the Benin Kingdom. In Benin culture, market leadership is not a political creation or an external imposition. It is a deeply rooted institution governed by tradition and sanctioned by the Oba of Benin. Market…
By Sunny Green Itodo Nollywood actress, Laide Bakare, has revealed that she introduced her daughter to clubbing and alcohol at the age of 17. She disclosed this in a recent interview with content creator, Mr Lilgaga. The movie star said she likes the fact that her daughter would reference her as the person who introduced her to nightlife and alcohol. “I took my daughter to the club for the first time at 17. And I like the fact that in her memoir, she would reference me as the person who introduced her to alcohol and clubbing,” she stated. Meanwhile, Bakare’s…
The Federal High Court in Asaba has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Nigeria Police Force to show cause why detained journalist Tega Oghenedoro, popularly known as Fejiro Oliver, should not be released unconditionally after spending 16 days in police custody over alleged cyberstalking. The order was granted on Thursday, October 2, 2025, by Hon. Justice F. A. Olubanjo, following an ex parte application filed by Fejiro’s counsel and prominent human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong. Fejiro, the outspoken editor of Secret Reporters, has long been a fierce critic of Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and other top political figures. He…
Arrangements are set for the Ine-Aho, an annual cultural and traditional festival of the people of Issele-Mkpitime in Aniocha North Local Government Area, Delta State. The community is wearing a new look with giant box banners mounted at strategic locations, announcing the festival, and sons and daughters of the community have come in from their various bases to participate in the festival. The Issele-Mkpitime Royal Palace, the venue of the main event for the festival, has also received a new paint coating on the buildings, with the road leading to the entrance rehabilitated Speaking with journalists in his palace, the…
Concerned citizens and human rights advocates have demanded the immediate release of investigative journalist and activist, Fejiro Oliver, from the custody of the Delta State Police Command, describing his detention as unlawful and politically motivated. At a press briefing in Asaba on Wednesday, prominent civic leaders, including Barr. Omes Ogedegbe, Director General of the Confab for the Actualization of Human Rights; Comrade Dr. Akima Kelly Umukoro, a member of the Delta Community Policy Committee and President of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) Youth Wing Worldwide; and Daniel Etaga, former President of the Niger Delta Youth Council, condemned what they called…