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By Henry Ubus Delta State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, has dismissed as false and unfounded reports circulating on social media alleging that he directed some persons to attack a Director in the Ministry of Higher Education who subsequently died in hospital. Tonukari, in a statement issued in response to the reports, categorically denied any involvement in the alleged incident, saying he neither authorised, sponsored nor participated in any attack on the individual….

The Delta State Chapter of De Legacy Sports Supporters Club will be formally inaugurated on Thursday, July 2, 2026, in Warri, marking the official launch of the football supporters’ organisation in the state. The inauguration ceremony is scheduled to commence at 4:00 p.m. at the Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) Warri, along NPA Expressway. In a joint statement, the Chairman of the Delta State Chapter, Chief Chuks Leon Anyiam, the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Chief…

The Member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Majesty, Anthony Williams Onovughe Ovrawah, as the revered monarch celebrated his 89th birthday and 32nd anniversary on the throne. Rep. Ukodhiko, who described Oleh Kingdom as his maternal home, joined family members, palace chiefs, community leaders and well-wishers in honouring the royal father for his enduring leadership, wisdom and…

A former Deputy Leader of Isoko North Local Government Council, Hon. Efeoghogho Obibi, has formally declared his intention to contest for the Delta State House of Assembly seat representing Isoko North Constituency in the 2027 general elections under the platform of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Obibi made the declaration yesterday at his residence while addressing political associates, supporters and loyalists drawn from different parts of the constituency. In his address, the former council leader…

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Saturday paid glowing tributes to Pa Emmanuel Ogbechie as the patriarch of the Ogbechie family marked his 100th birthday anniversary in Idumuju-Ugboko, Aniocha North Local Government Area of the state. The centenary celebration, which attracted dignitaries from different walks of life, was held at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Idumuju-Ugboko, hometown of the celebrant and father of the Managing Director of RainOil Group, Engr. Gabriel Ogbechie. Speaking during…

Members of the Delta State Sports Supporters Club have commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for his commitment to the ongoing renovation and upgrade of the Warri City Stadium, expressing confidence that the facility will rank among the best in Africa upon completion. The commendation came during an inspection visit to the stadium by members of the club, led by its Chairman, Chief Chuks Anyiam, who assessed the level of work already completed…

Residents and indigenes of Patani Local Government Area have been felicitated on the commencement of April 2026 by the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, Patani LGA Chapter. In a goodwill message released at the start of the new month, the Coordinator of the group, Chief Comrade Godspower Omafuvwe Asiuwhu JP, extended warm greetings to the people, welcoming them into what he described as a month filled with opportunities and positive outcomes. Chief Asiuwhu characterized April as a…

*Distributes routine antenatal drugs and treated mosquito nets to over 200 pregnant women *Urges health professionals to emulate the good gestures of Dr. Oharisi ••If you can afford Central Hospital bills you can afford Okemezi bills- Dr. Oharisi By …… “Freely God has given to me what you are seeing here. These edifices you are seeing here are the handwork of God. And I want to give back to humanity what God gave it to…

By Henry Ubus. Members of the Ughelli Correspondents Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) have been formally invited to attend the chapel’s Election Victory Thanksgiving Service following the successful conduct of its recent elections and the emergence of new leadership. The invitation was conveyed by the Chairman of the chapel, Matthias Ogbagah, who described the thanksgiving as a moment of gratitude to God for a peaceful electoral process and a renewed commitment to…

By Henry Ubus. The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Delta State Governor on Community Development, Rev. Dr. Isaac Chichah JP, RDN, has congratulated Hon. Ojes Ojigho on his emergence as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. In a congratulatory message, Rev. Chichah described Ojigho’s emergence as well-deserved, noting that it reflects the confidence reposed in him by party leaders and members across the…