The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Delta State has suffered yet another major setback following the resignation of Dr. Michael Nwoko, a political heavyweight and Chief of Staff to Senator Prince Ned Munir Nwoko. His departure, laden with scathing criticism, exposes deep-seated dysfunction within the party and signals an impending political shift in Aniocha North local government area of Delta State and beyond. In a resignation letter addressed to the PDP Ward 8 Chairman, Aniocha North LGA, Dr. Nwoko did not mince words. He condemned the party’s leadership for straying from its democratic ideals, accusing them of exploitation, suppression, and…
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By Abel Johngold Orheruata, mnipr Agbor, Delta State – In a remarkable show of humanitarian service, members of the Vito Corsica Deck (Aniocha/Oshimili and Ika Federal Constituencies) Chapter of the National Association of Seadogs (NAS), also known as the Pyrates Confraternity, visited the Agbor Correctional Facility on Friday, February 7, 2025. Led by their Chapter Cap’n, Comrade Michael Chukwuma Nwaidei, the team provided much-needed relief materials and assessed ways to assist inmates, particularly those unjustly incarcerated. Speaking to journalists after the visit, Comrade Nwaidei reaffirmed that the Pyrates Confraternity is a humanitarian organization composed of educated professionals committed to social…
By Precious Erugo Youth participation in governance has become a highly valued principle in Nigeria’s political system. Given their significant population within communities, young people must be taken seriously in leadership matters. The process of electing youth leaders in any community is a crucial one, as they play vital roles in both traditional and political governance. In Nigeria’s democratic framework, youth leaders hold prominent positions across political parties and community structures. It has long been customary for youths to manage their affairs, particularly in electing their leadership, without undue interference from elders—who, at most, provide guidance rather than direct oversight.…
By Matthew Atungwu Former Ekiti State Governor, Kayode Fayemi, has said that President Bola Tinubu means well with his policies, stressing that well-meaning is not enough in leadership. Fayemi made this statement on Politics Today, a programme on Channels Television on Thursday. The ex-governor, who described the president as his elder brother, said the Tinubu administration must have a policy framework that aligns with leadership acumen to get Nigerians the desired change. “He (Tinubu) is well-meaning but well-meaning is not enough in leadership; intentionality is critical to success,” he said. According to him, those in power know the truth but…
Justice Bassey Nkanang of the Akwa Ibom High Court in Uyo, on Wednesday sentenced one Professor Ignatius Uduk of the University of Uyo UNIUYO, to three years imprisonment for electoral fraud during the 2019 general elections. Uduk, a Professor of Human Kinetics, served as a Collation/Returning officer for Essien Udim State Constituency in March, 2019. He has been standing trial in a three-count charge of announcing false results, publishing false results and perjury. The trial judge acquitted the Prof on count one but found him guilty of counts two and three. He, therefore, sentenced accused to three years on each…
Except Asiwaju makes a last minute u-turn, Roland Onoriode Ewubare will be returning to the NNPCL, an organisation he resigned from in 2020 as its Chief Operating Officer officer to resume in same office. The abrupt and shocking resignation of the Delta State born lawyer from one of the highest profile jobs in Nigeria sent many tongues wagging then. He later issued a statement that the decision was to enable him relocate to the US to be with his family because of the uncertainty wrought by the Covid-19 pandemic. Ewubare was GGM NAPIMS at the NNPC and later as its…
By Giovanni Emephia/Marian Kogolo Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, right, with Mr. Kenneth Obieh, Chairman, Nigeria Union of Journalists, State Information Chapel on Monday. Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu has assured members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, State Information Chapel, that the ministry, under his watch, would lay emphasis on training of officers who are putting in their best as a way of encouraging them, noting that the only criterium required to be selected is a track record of performance on the job.…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, mnipr The political landscape in Delta State witnessed another major boost as His Excellency, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR (KSJI), received overwhelming support during his engagement with All Progressives Congress (APC) leaders and stakeholders in Ogwashi-Uku and Issele-Uku, spanning Aniocha South and North Local Government Areas today. At Ogwashi-Uku, the APC Chairman of Aniocha South, Pastor Nobert Akachukwu Sochukwudimma, praised Omo-Agege’s leadership, emphasizing his proven capacity to win elections. “When he told me he was coming, not just to meet his followers but also to hear from those with grievances, I knew he was a true leader.…
By Daniel Dafe Senator Ned Nwoko representing Delta North Senatorial District has said that his decision to cross over to the All Progressives Congress (APC) was made after deep reflection and wide consultations with key stakeholders, political associates and his constituents. Senator Nwoko made this remark on Wednesday in a post on X after joining APC senators at the National Assembly. He said: ‘For years, I have remained committed to the ideals of good governance, effective representation, and the well-being of my people. However, it became increasingly clear that remaining in my former party would not allow me to fulfill…
In a stunning turn of events, Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North Senatorial District, has officially announced his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on the floor of the Senate today, February 5, 2025. The announcement sent shockwaves through the Senate and the political landscape of Delta State, as Nwoko’s decision is seen as a significant blow to the PDP, which has been grappling with internal challenges and leadership issues. With this move, all three senators from Delta State are now members of the APC, strengthening the ruling party’s influence in the region.…