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Lawmakers representing Delta North Senatorial District in the Delta State House of Assembly, alongside the nine local government chairmen from the district, have firmly rejected proposals suggesting that a future Anioma State should be situated within the South-East geopolitical zone.   In a jointly signed statement issued on Sunday, the legislators and council bosses reiterated their longstanding demand for the creation of Anioma State but insisted that the state must remain within the South-South region where the Anioma people are historically and administratively located.   The leaders said their position followed extensive deliberations on renewed national discussions and ongoing legislative processes concerning the creation of new states across the country.   According to the group, the agitation for Anioma State is “a legitimate aspiration deeply rooted in history,” championed by past and present leaders of the people.  They described the struggle as a generati...

PRESS RELEASE AMBASSADORIAL LIST: SCANDALOUS AND REFLECTIVE OF PRESIDENTIAL VALUES . The Peoples Democratic Party @OfficialPDPNig strongly condemns the list of Ambassadorial nominees as submitted by President Bola Tinubu. This list contains the names of many people (disgraced propagandists, characterless politicians, and public officials) who are widely perceived negatively by Nigerians and the global community, for their integrity deficit and notable anti-democratic activities. This development is not just a sad commentary on our country’s history of diplomatic representation; it is very reprehensible and scandalous. While most Nigerians are seriously appalled by the inclusion of most of the nominees, they are not totally surprised, given the history and disposition of this administration.  Furthermore, it is an incontestable fact that a nominee is a clear and direct reflection of the values and estimation of the nominator. By making these nominations, the President has shown Nige...

- By Ike Philip Abiagom For years, the Obi Nwaokocha Okeze Foundation has stood as a pillar of hope and humanitarian service in Igbuzo and beyond. Renowned for its unwavering commitment to community development, youths empowerment, and support for vulnerable families, the Foundation has consistently championed initiatives that uplift lives and strengthen the social fabric of the town. Through scholarships, medical assistance, business support, security interventions, and numerous welfare programmes, the Foundation has built a reputation for touching lives where it matters most. Today, in continuation of its tradition of impactful service, the Foundation has unveiled yet another transformative project—its comprehensive December Empowerment Programme, designed to bring joy, relief, and opportunities to countless households across Igbuzo. In a remarkable step toward transforming lives and strengthening community welfare, the Obi Nwaokocha Okeze Foundation has officially inaugurated a powe...

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU NOMINATES 32 ADDITIONAL AMBASSADORS President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent the names of 32 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation, days after he sent the first batch of three names. In two separate letters to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu asked the Senate to consider and confirm expeditiously 15 nominees as career ambassadors and 17 nominees as non-career ambassadors. There are four women on the career ambassadors' list and six women on the non-career ambassadors' list. Among the non-career ambassador designates are Barrister Ogbonnaya Kalu from Abia, a former presidential aide, Reno Omokri (Delta), former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmud Yakubu, former Ekiti first lady, Erelu Angela Adebayo, and former Enugu governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi. Others are Tasiu Musa Maigari, the former speaker of the Katsina House of Assembly, Yakubu N. Gambo, a former Commissioner ...

CLARIFICATION ON VIRAL FAKE DOCUMENT REGARDING WITHDRAWAL OF POLICE OFFICERS FROM VIP DUTIES The Nigeria Police Force wishes to address a purported document circulating widely on social media and other platforms, claiming to originate from 50 Police Mobile Force (PMF) Squadron, Abuja, directing all police officers attached to certain individuals to report back to base immediately. The Force wishes to categorically state that this document, allegedly signed by one CSP Suleiman Abdullahi, described as the Admin Officer of the squadron, is fake and should be disregarded by the public. There is no officer by the name CSP Suleiman Abdullahi serving in 50 PMF Squadron, nor is the position of Admin Officer in any PMF squadron held by an officer of the rank of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP). This fabrication appears to be a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and create unnecessary confusion. For emphasis, the Nigeria Police Force confirms that the implementation of the Presidential...

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has called on investors particularly Deltans at home and in the diaspora to take advantage of the state’s steadily improving socio-economic climate to invest in the State.  The Governor who made the call on Friday in Ubeji, Warri South Local Government Area, while inaugurating a multi-million-naira hospitality and tourism investment, the Swiss International Rancho Valerie Hotel, said; “the time to invest in Delta State is now.”   “Warri is rising again, Delta State is progressing steadily. The shadows of yesterday have given way to the bright possibilities of today and the greater promises of tomorrow,” the Governor declared.   Saying the hotel is a bold testament to the rising economic profile of Warri, Oborevwori ordered the immediate rehabilitation of failed portion of the Ubeji/Egbokodo/Refinery Road.  He said the new hospitality facility reflects the renewed confidence investors now have in Delta State, adding t...

Wife of Delta State Governor and Founder, You Matter Charity Foundation, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori (middle), Wife of Deputy Governor, Ezinne Catherine Onyeme (3rd left), Wife of the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Mrs Timiebi Guwor (2nd right) flanked by Caregivers for the Children with Special Needs during a presentation of Wheelchairs by Deaconess Oborevwori on Thursday, November 27, 2025 in Ughelli. In a major show of support for children with special needs, the Wife of the Governor of Delta State and Founder of the You Matter Charity Foundation, Her Excellency Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, on Thursday, November 27, 2025, donated free medication, wheelchairs, and a wide range of assistive and educational devices to beneficiaries during the flag-off of a free medical outreach for special-needs children and their caregivers in Ughelli, Delta Central. The outreach organised by the You Matter Charity Foundation in partnership with the Delta State Ministry of Health and th...

As the January 1, 2026 date for the commencement of the implementation of a new tax regime in Nigeria approaches, Dr. Ochuko Emudainohwo, FCA, an Associate Professor of Accounting at Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba, has not only hailed the 2025 tax law as a strategic blueprint for inclusive economic growth, capable of repositioning Nigeria for a more diversified and resilient economic future, but undertaken a comprehensive breakdown and analysis of the details and grey areas, which have continued to confuse and befuddle many Nigerians as palpable uncertainty reigns over the individuals and categories of business that will actually be in the tax net from January next year.  He equally went a step further to urge stakeholders—businesses, policymakers, and citizens alike—to embrace the reform and contribute to a more accountable and sustainable fiscal environment for the overall development of the country. Recall that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Nigeria on 26 June 2025, signed the f...

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has ratified the decision of the Kogi State Executive Committee of the party to expel Hon. Leke Abejide from the party for various acts of indiscipline.  The ADC National Working Committee announced the decision at the end of its meeting, held at the party's National Headquarters in Abuja on Thursday.  The party reaffirmed that it would not tolerate any acts of indiscipline from its members as it seeks to build a party governed by discipline, character, and integrity. Furthermore, the party also directed the state leadership of the party to ensure that all vacant positions in the ward, local governments, and state executives of the party are filled in accordance with the approved transition guidelines that were earlier issued, ahead of the congresses whose timeline would be announced soon.  Signed: Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi National Publicity Secretary  African Democratic Congress - ADC..

Engr. Christian Ijeh Delta state-born Cybersecurity expert based in Poland, Engr. Christian Ijeh, has lamented the recent rejection of National Examination Council (NECO) Certificate by the Polish Examination Board, calling on the Federal Government to investigate the development.  Condemning the Polish government's action, Ijeh stressed that Nigeria enjoys a bilateral relationship with Poland and wondered why the rejection came even though Nigerian Students had been previously admitted into reputable Polish tertiary Institutions using the same NECO certificate. According to him, a Nigerian student seeking to pursue her Bachelor’s degree in Poland had raised the alarm after receiving an official communication barring NECO certificate holders from accessing admission into Polish schools. The student who submitted his academic documents to the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) for mandatory verification, was informed that his NECO qualification did not meet Poland’...

Prominent Leader of the APC in Delta State and former Commissioner of Finance, Olorogun Bernard Okumagba has described the 2026 budget proposals presented by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as bold, promising and designed to unlock the growth potential of Delta State. In a press statement where he reviewed the highlights, Okumagba said he was delighted at the continued dedicated funding of infrastructure in the state, noting that under the Oborevwori administration, capital projects at 70 percent continue to take a huge chunk of budget allocation.  In his words, “The allocation of 70 percent of the ₦1.664 trillion Appropriation Bill to capital expenditure indicates continued commitment to fund the infrastructure developments currently underway in Delta State. The impact on economic activities in the state will evidently be huge, especially as these projects are delivered from 2026.  Governor Oborevwor’s focus on delivering comprehensively on the MORE Agenda will definitely improve...

The 2025 annual retreat of the Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF) took place on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, with the induction of twelve new members into the Forum and a robust lecture/workshop session themed: "Harnessing Artificial intelligence For Communication, Governance and Development ". The retreat, which is the major annual calendar event of the Forum, held at the conference hall of the State Ministry of information and brought together, online publishers, media scholars, and communication experts from across Delta State. The new members were sworn in by the Secretary of the Forum, Mr. Shedrack Onitsha, who administered the oath of commitment to the inductees and underscored the responsibilities associated with joining the reputable body of online media professionals. Welcoming them to the Forum, the Chairman, Mr. Emmanuel Enebeli, urged the new member to uphold the ideals of the organisation and maintain the highest standards of digital journalism, even as he cau...

In the ever-evolving theatre of Nigerian politics—where influence rises and falls with shifting alliances—some figures imprint themselves so deeply on the political consciousness of their people that their absence creates a vacuum. For the people of Oshimili North and the entire Anioma nation, Senator Peter Nwaoboshi stands as one such figure: experienced, daring, strategic, and undeniably pivotal. Born and raised in the cultural heartbeat of Delta North, Nwaoboshi’s political journey has been defined not by luck but by a rare combination of courage, discipline, grassroots loyalty, and legislative mastery. His rise to national prominence is a story that continues to inspire political observers and ordinary citizens alike. Nwaoboshi’s entry into the Nigerian Senate was nothing short of extraordinary. Against significant political odds—contesting as a first-timer from the opposition—he secured victory and stunned political pundits who had dismissed his chances. His triumph quickly evolve...

DECLARATION OF NATIONWIDE SECURITY EMERGENCY & RECRUITMENT OF ADDITIONAL ARMY AND POLICE PERSONNEL Fellow Nigerians,   Today, in view of the emerging security situation, I have decided to declare a nationwide security emergency and order additional recruitment into the Armed Forces. By this declaration, the police and the army are authorised to recruit more personnel. The police will recruit an additional 20,000 officers, bringing the total to 50,000. Although I had previously approved the nationwide upgrade of police training facilities, the police authorities are, by this statement, authorised to use various National Youth Service Corps camps as training depots. The officers being withdrawn from VIP guard duties should undergo crash training to debrief them and deliver more efficient police services when deployed to security-challenged areas of the country. The DSS also has my authority to immediately deploy all the forest guards already trained to flush out the terrorists an...

ADC TO FEDERAL GOVERNMENT: YOU CANNOT FIGHT INSURGENCY BY DOING DEALS WITH BANDITS 1. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) rejoices with the families and communities whose loved ones have been rescued from the recent wave of kidnappings across the country, including the worshippers abducted from Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Oke-Isegun, Eruku, Kwara State, and the schoolchildren taken from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, Kebbi State.   2. While we are delighted that these citizens can finally reunite with their families, we must reiterate our long-standing position that these abductions should never have occurred in the first place if the government were alive to its constitutional responsibilities. What the country is witnessing today is the consequence of an administration distracted by politics and behaving less like a democratic government and more like an occupying force. It is telling that it took a chastening comment from President Trump to provoke e...