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In a bid to address the growing issue of traffic congestion across various areas in the Udu Local Government Area, the Local Government Executive Committee has issued a stern directive aimed at curbing trading activities that obstruct the free flow of traffic. The decision was reached during an executive meeting held on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, and mandates an immediate cessation of road-trading activities in markets notorious for causing traffic disruptions. These include Jigbale, Ubogo,…

In a show of support and unity, the Udu Local Government Area Women’s wing of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), led by the LGA Woman Leader, Mrs. Igho Betty, paid a familiarization visit to the Udu Local Government Council Chairman at his office in Otor-Udu today Friday 15/11/24. During the visit, Mrs. Betty commended the Council Chairman’s commitment to an inclusive governance approach, expressing pride in his dedication to the well-being of the people of…

The first edition of the Jada Tennis Tournament (JTT), was held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the Ogunu Tennis Club in Warri, Delta State, with Spencer Umoren Aniekan emerging overall champion. In the male category, Aniekan won the top prize of Refrigerator to defeat Okobiebi Esiri who won sound system followed by Jackson Junior – Microwave; George Emmanuel -Toaster; Charles Onwuka- Electric kettle and Tonwe Kelvin – Solar light. In the female category, Precious…

On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, the Ufuoma Udu group paid a congratulatory visit to the Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun (Hon.) Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP FCIA, at his office in Otor-Udu. During the visit, the group expressed their satisfaction with the chairman’s performance since assuming office. Speaking on behalf of the group, the immediate past President and the current President, Olorogun Captain Elder Diamond Patrick Ogbeta (JP), highlighted the historical significance of…

By Henry Ubus Engr. Emmanuel Udoka, the Executive Assistant to the Delta State Governor on Security, has highlighted the complex root causes of Nigeria’s growing kidnapping crisis. Speaking on the pressing issue, he outlined three key factors contributing to the alarming rise in abductions across the country. Firstly, Udoka emphasized the severe economic hardship faced by many Nigerians. He explained that high inflation, coupled with a struggling economy, has driven some individuals to resort to…

A former President of the Confederation of African Football, Issa Hayatou, is dead He reportedly died in Paris on Thursday, August 8, 2024, a day before his 78th birthday. Hayatou’s death was made known by the FIFA President, Gianni Infantino, in a post on his Instagram stories. Infantino wrote, “Saddened to hear of the passing of former CAF President, former FIFA President and interim, FIFA Vice President and FIFA Council member, Issa Hayatou. As a…

Member representing Isoko North/South Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, has pledged his support for initiatives that would see to the development of sports in the Constituency. The House of Representatives member gave the commitment on Friday at Peccan Hotel, Emevor, when he chaired the finals of the Maiden Isoko North Table Tennis Tournament facilitated by Mr Palmer Ogheneyole Nathaniel. The Isoko Federal lawmaker commended the organizer of the Table Tennis Competition…

*Calls on all Ughelli South Eligible voters to Vote Massively for the PDP The Delta State football association Ughelli South chapter (DFA Ughelli south) led by Hon Chief Mrs Mercy Ahwana, proudly endorses Dr. Lucky Avweromre and Hon. Mukoro Happiness, of the PDP chairmanship and vice chairmanship candidacy for Ughelli South Local Government Council. As an organization committed to fostering unity, development, and youth empowerment through sports, we recognize the exceptional leadership and vision that…

By Moses Darah The Ekabo FC have won the 2023 Esaba City Football Competition after defeating Ovwere FC by 4-2. The eight Football Clubs that participated in this year’s Football Competition tagged ‘Esaba Peace Cup 2023’ are Dr. Matthew Dore FC, Late Oyibu Biagboron Darah FC, Late Awolowo Muayor FC, Late Ovwere FC, Prof. G.G. Darah FC, Very Rev Fr Dr Christopher Ekabo FC, Saturday Clark FC and Prof. J.T Agberia FC. The win ensured…