Former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has assured leaders and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State that the party will adopt a free, fair and transparent process in the forthcoming congresses to elect its leadership. Speaking on Tuesday during an APC elders, leaders, and stakeholders meeting held in Ibusa and Asaba, covering Oshimili North and Oshimili South Local Government Areas, Omo-Agege emphasized that leadership must be earned through merit rather than imposed through backroom deals. “Our leadership must be determined through a transparent democratic process,” he declared. “Those aspiring for positions should…
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A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State, Dr. (Mrs.) Ngozi Olejeme, has declared that former Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, remains the party’s best candidate to lead the APC to victory in the 2027 Delta State governorship election. Dr. Olejeme, a prominent party leader in Delta North, made this assertion on Tuesday in Asaba, Oshimili South Local Government Area, during a stakeholders’ meeting convened by Senator Omo-Agege to review the 2023 elections and and express gratitude to supporters. She emphasized that addressing the mistakes of the 2023 election, including security lapses,…
Lucky Tubotu, a concerned Niger Delta youth and indigene of Bilabiri 1 Community, has issued a strong warning to Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) and all other oil companies operating in the area: Do not engage with Takenane Abaka under any circumstances, as his tenure as CDC Chairman has long expired. In a firmly worded statement from Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Tubotu cautioned that any dealings with Abaka would amount to endorsing an illegality. Calling for Action Against an Imposter, Tubotu, stated that Takenane Abaka is an imposter who has refused to vacate office despite the expiration of his single two-year…
Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Dauda Buba Fika, a revered officer in Nigeria’s fight against Boko Haram, has passed away. He died at the National Hospital, Abuja, at about 3:30 PM on Tuesday. ACP Fika, known for his bravery and leadership, played a key role in reclaiming several towns in Yobe and Borno states from Boko Haram insurgents. As the Commander of Mopol 41, he led joint security operations that significantly weakened terrorist strongholds, including the liberation of his hometown, Fika, from their grip. In 2017, he sustained gunshot injuries during an operation in Yobe State, injuries that required prolonged…
By Omonigho Okotie In a concerted effort to safeguard Delta State’s youth, the Delta State Government through the State Orientation and Communications Bureau, under the leadership of Director-General Dr. Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, partnered with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to bring a crucial message of awareness to the students of Ebu and Illah Grammar Schools. This initiative aligns directly with His Excellency, Dr. Elder Sheriff Oborevwori’s MORE agenda, which prioritizes enhanced peace and security throughout the state. Dr. Oghenesivbe, while addressing the students, conveyed Governor Oborevwori’s deep concern regarding the alarming rise of substance abuse in Nigeria. He…
Senator representing Delta South Senatorial District, Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, has expressed profound gratitude to President Ahmed Bola Tinubu and President of the Senate, His Excellency, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, on his appointment as Chairman, Senate Committee of Local Content. Senator Joel-Onowakpo in a statement he personally endorsed christened “My Gratitude,” and made available to newsmen, also expressed appreciation to the Deputy President of the Senate, His Excellency Senator Barau Jibrin CFR, the Senate Majority Leader, His Excellency Senator Michael Bamidele Opeyemi CON, and the entire Senate leadership, for the confidence reposed in him. He promised to work tirelessly toward promotion…
By Abel Johngold Orheruata, mnipr The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has expressed profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for appointing and swearing in Olorogun Martin Aruviere Egharhevwa, Esq. as the Honourable Federal Commissioner representing Delta State in the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC). In a statement signed by Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, CFR, the Deputy President of the 9th Senate (2019–2023), the party hailed the President’s decision, describing Olorogun Egharhevwa as a distinguished professional with a strong educational background, both at home and abroad, and a deep commitment to progressive ideals and good governance.…
Tantita Security Services Special Volunteers Force aka Tantita Ambassadors has described High Chief Kestin Pondi, Managing Director, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited as an exceptional leader who is a champion of progress and a beacon of hope to many. In a statement signed by the Coordinator, Tantita Security Ambassadors and Volunteers, Comrade Efe Feludu O’Kwakpovwe, Secretary Barr.Andrew Efole and Public Relations Officer, Comrade Stanley Umukoro Public Relation Officer, said High Chief Kestin Pondi,has distinguished himself as man with the milk of human kindness. “We celebrate a titan of industry, a champion of progress, and a beacon of hope for the…
National Leader, Niger Delta Peace Awareness Movement, (NDPAM) Alhaji Awo Destiny Harmony has exposed a sinister plot to tarnish the reputation of Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), describing it as a target of envy driven blackmail. Alhaji Harmony in a bold statement in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State called for support for PINL, urging the public to reject the frivolous attempts to tarnish the company’s image. “PINL which has been diligently carrying out its pipeline surveillance duties in line with its contract agreement with the Federal Government, has become the target of envy-driven blackmail”. “Despite its exemplary service, PINL has been facing…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved several key road projects across Nigeria, with a total allocation of over N1.3 trillion. The approved projects are aimed at improving the country’s transportation infrastructure and enhancing economic growth. — The projects include the construction of an access road in Delta State, which has been allocated N470.9 billion. Additionally, N148 billion has been earmarked for the construction of an access road to the Second Niger Bridge in Anambra State. — Lagos-Ibadan Expressway (Phase 2, Section 1) has received approval for reconstruction, with an allocation of N195 billion as part of the Presidential Infrastructure…