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By Moses DarahSaturday, June 21, 2025 In my previous articles addressing the unlawful detention of Ewu leaders by the Nigerian Army for over a year without trial, I drew attention to the disturbing silence and lackadaisical attitude of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) and various Kingdom Presidents-General (PGs). I questioned how such institutions, supposedly the guardians of Urhobo welfare and dignity, could remain docile while their own sons are subjected to military captivity and injustice….

By Godday Omosehin Gbedi In any democracy, representation is the backbone of progress. Yet, in Warri Federal Constituency, the past 27 years have exposed a troubling pattern: representation without impact, leadership without accountability, and governance without results. Defining a Failed RepresentativeA representative must be measured not by promises but by performance. Failure becomes evident when those elected to serve can not meet basic expectations, such as sponsoring meaningful legislation, maintaining consistent engagement with constituents, and…

By Henry Ubus. The Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State, Hon. Saturday Mofoye has commended the inclusive provisions of the party’s constitution, describing it as a progressive framework that accommodates all segments of society, including persons living with disabilities. Hon. Mofoye, a native of Orhuwhorun and respected political tactician, made this known during a recent interaction in Udu. He noted that the APC constitution stipulates a…

The Member representing Isoko North and Isoko South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, has strongly condemned the reported harassment and assault of women during the Ozoro Festival, describing the incident as barbaric and unacceptable. In a statement issued on Friday, the lawmaker expressed deep sympathy with the victims, noting that such acts have no place in any civilised society or cultural celebration. He stressed that festivals, which are meant…

As the 2027 general elections draw closer, conversations around representation in the Isoko North and South Federal Constituency are becoming louder, more emotional, and, in some cases, deeply personal. While political debate is essential to democracy, such discussions must be guided by facts, reason, and the collective interest of the Isoko people, not by personal relationships, grievances, anger, ego, or impatience. Today, a fundamental question confronts the Isoko nation: should we discard a performing representative…

The Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP, FCIA, has felicitated with Muslim faithful in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State and across the world on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, calling for unity among Muslims in Udu. In a goodwill message marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan, the Council Chairman commended the Muslims in Udu for their devotion, sacrifice, and steadfast commitment to the values…

The Member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, has extended warm greetings and felicitations to Muslim faithful within his constituency and across the globe on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Fitr. In a goodwill message marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, Rep. Ukodhiko congratulated Muslim constituents and associates for successfully completing the sacred period of fasting, prayers, and spiritual reflection. He noted…

The President of the Udu Union, United Kingdom, Olorogun Ovo Agbodje, alongside Dr. Martins Kediehon of the ongoing Free Medical Outreach team to Udu communities, on Wednesday, 18 March 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP, FCIA, at his office in Otor-Udu. The delegation, representing Udu indigenes in the diaspora through the Udu Union UK, briefed the Council Chairman on the progress and…

By GABRIEL CHOBA In the often turbulent and disappointing arena of Nigerian politics, where grand promises routinely dissolve into empty rhetoric, the people of Ethiope East and Ethiope West Federal Constituency have witnessed something refreshingly different: a representative who actually represents. Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu’s first term in the 10th National Assembly has not been a tenure of mere presence, but one of profound and purposeful action. As the political discourse begins to tilt toward 2027,…