Nigerian comedian and filmmaker Bright Okpocha, known as Basketmouth, has stirred excitement in the media with his recent comments about popular Nollywood star Funke Akindele. In a candid interview with Arise TV, Basketmouth shared the challenges he encountered while making his first big film, A Ghetto Love Story. Basketmouth opened up about his filmmaking path, saying that Funke Akindele was his top choice for a mentor. He believed she could help him from the start to the finish of his project. He reminisced about their first conversation in August, which was filled with energy and hope. Unfortunately, he faced many…
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A group under the aegis of Movement for the Emancipation of Anioma Nation (MEAN) has passed vote of confidence on Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North in the National Assembly. The confidence vote was passed during a rally the group held in Agbor, headquarters of Ika South local government area of Delta state. The motion was moved by Hon. Mike Monye, general secretary and seconded by Apostle Ayo Ashiedu, a development which was unanimously endorsed by all Anioma people who attended the rally in Agbor. The rally which was attended by all the nine local government coordinators pulled a crowd…
By Sunday Oluchukwu Leo Tolstoy, the notable Russian writer and humanist understood the true meaning of change. So, he spent a considerable number of his active years on earth preaching about a better society and the need for people, especially those in high places, to be conscious of tiny changes that positively affect lives. Paul Adingwupu, an IT expert and a prominent politician in Delta State may not have the literary prowess, global popularity and influence of Tolstoy, but he is obviously on the same page with the remarkable Russian writer as far as changing the world for the better…
The leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta Central Senatorial District has rejected the appointment of Chief Paulinus Akpeki as the acting state chairman of the party in Delta State. The party chairmen from Delta Central stated this in a statement signed by Hon. Onoabedje Obakpororo, APC Chairman Ughelli/North chapter; Chairman of all chairmen, Delta Central Senatorial District, Comrade Wilfred Ileleji, Chairman Uvwie chapter; Chairmen’s secretary, Delta Central Senatorial District, Comrade David Rheriobore, Chairman, Udu LGA, Comrade Eric Afe, Chairman, Okpe LGA, Sir. Isaiah Kekeje, Chairman, Ughelli South LGA, Surveyor Friday Erubasa, Chairman, Sapele LGA, Chief Julius Ogboru…
The Delta North chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) vehemently condemns the audacious and ill-fated attempt by Chief Paulinus Akpeki and his cohorts to usurp the leadership of the party. This brazen move is a clear and present danger to the stability and unity of our great party. We unequivocally and unanimously endorse the emergence of Barr Francis Obigbor as the Acting Chairman of APC Delta State, in strict accordance with the APC constitution. As the Deputy State Chairman, Barr Obigbor is the rightful and legitimate person to assume the role of Acting Chairman. We will not stand idly…
By Fred Oghenesivbe, Esq An illustrious son of Urhobo Nation, and Governor of Delta State, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, will be inducted into the highly prestigious Urhobo Progress Union, UPU Worldwide Hall of Fame on Saturday 7th December. Chairman, Planning Committee of 2024 UPU Urhobo National Day Celebration, Rev. Fr. Christopher Ekabo, in a statement on Sunday, said the full-blown red carpet event is part of the 3-Day UPU Annual event with the Theme: “Repositioning Urhobo Nation For More Prosperity,” under the distinguished chairmanship of Chief John Oguma, Board Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Obakpor Engineering Ltd. The event slated for day-two…
Some persons in Delta State are yet to come to terms on how Sheriff Oborevwori emerged as Governor of Delta State. While some others believe it is by divine orchestration, majority believe it was by deft political engineering. DELTA FRESH VISION has noted that over the years, it had become customary that for someone to become Governor in Delta State he must have undergone executive tutelage as a Commissioner and SSG. At a point it was felt the college of SSG is a training ground for future governors of Delta State. Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan and Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa both passed…
A group under the aegis of Niger Delta Progressive Women Worldwide (NDPW) has commended Senator Ned Nwoko for his laudable achievements within one year and five months in the National Assembly. According to the National Coordinator of t9lmhok in ugroup, Comrade Miebi Andakuro, Senator Nwoko is a man who is seeking the good of his people, using his influence and contacts to better the lot of his constituency. The woman leader said Senator Nwoko’s vibrancy, his connections, contacts and good relationship with his colleagues in the National Assembly are paving ways for his breakthroughs and success stories. She said: “Since…
Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved and released funds for the airlifting of 250 Delta pilgrims to Israel and Jordan. Executive Secretary of Delta State Pilgrim Welfare Board, Very Rev Fr. Christopher Ekabo, made the disclosure on Saturday in a statement, saying that November 29, remain deadline for submission of application. He said screening of the 2024 intending Pilgrims is scheduled to hold on Monday 9th and Tuesday 10th December, 2024 by 9 am daily at the C.A.N Secretariat, Raph Uwache Road GRA Phase 1, off Okpanam Road, Asaba. Ekabo commended governor Oborevwori for paying special attention…
By Gertrude Onyekachukwu-Uteh Qualified Delta youths have been charged to apply into the 77 Regular Course of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA.) The Director-General of the Delta State Orientation and Communication Bureau, Dr. Fred Oghenesivbe, gave the charge on Wednesday while speaking at a live radio programme, “Orientation Panorama,” at the Delta Broadcasting Service, Asaba. Dr. Oghenesivbe disclosed that interested Deltans are encouraged by the NDA and the Delta State Government to apply for recruitment into any regiment of their choice in the military. He said the application and admission process will be on till 30th April, 2025, adding that…