Politics

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm felicitations to the lawmaker representing Isoko North and Isoko South Federal Constituency, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, as he marks his 51st birth anniversary on March 25. Governor Oborevwori in a statement issued in Asaba by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described Ukodhiko as a distinguished public servant whose life has been defined by remarkable achievements, generosity, and unwavering commitment to humanity. He commended the…

Urge Tinubu to Sustain Appointment for Lasting Peace, Development Leaders of ex-agitators from the nine oil-producing states, under the banner of the Niger Delta Ex-Agitators’ Forum, have rolled out drums in celebration of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) Coordinator, Chief Dr. Dennis Otuaro, marking his two years in office with resounding applause and a strong appeal to President Bola Tinubu to sustain his appointment. The ex-agitators’ leaders, who gathered in Warri in a show of…

The just-concluded ward and Local Government Area (LGA) congresses of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Isoko North have left behind a resounding message of inclusivity, unity, maturity, and collaborative leadership. At the centre of the peaceful and widely applauded exercise is the Member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency, Rep. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, whose calm and accommodating leadership style once again demonstrated that politics can be practised with fairness, compassion, and respect for…

On behalf of the entire youth constituency across Delta State’s 25 Local Government Areas, the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Delta State Chapter, has extended heartfelt felicitations to the Honourable Commissioner for Youth Development, Barr. Trakiriowei Harry ThankGod, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement issued from the Office of the Chairman, NYCN Delta State, Comr. Sagboje Odiri Milton, CLN, Delta State Chairman and Deputy National Secretary of the Forum of State…

By Henry Ubus The Ukoko r’Ivie r’Urhobo, the apex traditional council of Urhobo kings, has formally given its mandate and blessings to the Urhobo Nation Palace Representatives on Oil and Gas to engage multi- national oil and gas companies as well as relevant government ministries on behalf of Urhobo monarchs. The mandate was handed down today Monday 15/12/25, at the Palace of the Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom, during a meeting presided over by the Chairman…

By Philip Onome The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday formally inaugurated its Delta State Leadership Management Team, marking a major step in consolidating the party’s presence in the Niger Delta and positioning it as a credible opposition ahead of the 2027 general elections. The event, held at the party’s new state headquarters, Asaba, was attended by top national leaders, including former Secretary to the Government of the Federation and National Vice Chairman (North-East), Babachir…

Rep. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, the member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has congratulated the Isoko Christian Association of Nigeria (ICAN) on the successful completion and dedication of the Isoko Christian House in Oleh, Isoko South Local Government Area. Speaking at the dedication ceremony, Rep. Ukodhiko described the project as a remarkable achievement and a testament to the unwavering faith, unity, and collective determination of the Christian community across…

As the world celebrates the International Day of the Girl Child today, Saturday, October 11, 2025, the Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun (Hon.) Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode JP, FCIA, has reiterated the urgent need to eliminate all forms of gender-based discrimination and ensure equal opportunities for girls in every sphere of life including education, health, leadership, and employment. In a statement made available to his media unit, the Udu Council Boss emphasized that…

By GABRIEL CHOBA Rt. Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu, representing Ethiope Federal Constituency in the National Assembly and Chairman House Committee on NDDC, on Monday, presented foreign scholarship award letters sponsored by the NDDC to constituents from Ethiope East and Ethiope West. During the presentation ceremony, Dr. Wilson Odafe Omene and Hon. Solomon Golley spoke on behalf of Hon. Ibori-Suenu, congratulating the scholarship recipients. They encouraged the beneficiaries to act as positive ambassadors for Delta State and…