The Member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, , has strongly condemned the recent incident of harassment and assault of young women in , describing it as “evil, heartbreaking, and unacceptable.” Ukodhiko made this known after a fact-finding visit to the leadership of the kingdom, led by His Royal Majesty, . Also present during the visit were Odio Chief Beckley Asiafa, President General of the Ozoro Progress Union, and…

The National Youth Council of Nigeria, NYCN, Delta State Chapter, has issued an official statement on the incident reported during the Alue-Do festival in Uruamudhu Community in Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area, saying the cultural event should not be wrongly portrayed while also condemning any act of harassment or misconduct linked to it. In a statement signed by the State Chairman of NYCN, Comr. Sagboje Odiri Milton, CLN, the Council said it took note…

The Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun(Hon.), Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP FCIA has underscored the critical role entertainers play in societal development, noting that their contributions extend far beyond mere amusement to fostering unity, cultural identity, and social cohesion. Oyibode made this assertion when members of the Entertainment Creatives & Creators Association of Delta State (DELCCOHMAS) paid him a courtesy visit at his office in Otor-Udu. The Council Chairman commended entertainers for their…

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…