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Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural & Riverine Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, will be a guest on Arise TV today, Sunday, February 23, 2025, at 8:00 AM. The program will be broadcast on DSTV Channel 416 and GOTV Channel 44. During the appearance, Mr. Aniagwu will discuss Governor Oborevwori’s approach to accountable leadership and the ongoing developments within Delta State. He will also shed light on key infrastructure projects and the administration’s…

…Says Governor’s plethora of recognitions portray detractors, biased critics in bad light Delta State under the irrepressible visionary leadership of governor Sheriff Oborevwori stands out conspicuously as the fastest growing economy and the leader in modern infrastructural development that has become the pride of the nation. Director General, Delta State Bureau for Communications and Orientation, Dr Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe, made the honest observation on Saturday, in reaction to the national Award of Best Governor in…

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, Evangelist Andrew Dokie was successfully screened as a presidential aspirant in the upcoming Union of Udu Communities (UUC) elections. A former 1st and 2nd Vice President of the Union, Dokie expressed his satisfaction with the transparent and peaceful screening process, which he praised as a reflection of the integrity of the election procedures. In his address to the media, Dokie emphasized the critical importance of unity in Udu’s development. “Now…

The youth of Ujevwu Community in Udu Local Government Area have officially endorsed Evangelist Andrew Dokie as their preferred candidate for President in the forthcoming Union of Udu Communities (UUC) election. In a statement released on behalf of the group, Mr. Kudoye Edesiri highlighted that the decision was based on Evangelist Dokie’s impressive track record of leadership and community development. Having previously served as both the 1st and 2nd Vice President of the Union of…

Delta State Government has demoted two serving engineers for issuing certificates of job completion on road projects which were yet to be completed. The affected officers, Engr. Gabriel Evuarhere and Engr. Samuel Nwokolobia, were demoted from Deputy Director to Assistant Director and Assistant Director to Chief Engineer respectively. The action was sequel to a letter conveying the outcome of a disciplinary committee signed by William O. Ogolokpe for the Head of Service. According to two…

Member representing Isoko Federal Constituency, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, has mourned the death of nationalist and former federal Commissioner of Information, Sen. Edwin Clark. In a statement on Thursday in Abuja, the House of Representatives member stated that, “Pa E.K Clark led a distinguished life.” Stating further, “Chief Clark was distinguished not because he was a distinguished Senator, but because of the choices he boldly made in his lifetime. “Yes, the late PANDEF leader distinguished himself…

Delta State Government, Wednesday, launched a whistle-blowing policy to enable citizens report poor quality and substandard projects delivery in the state. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, announced the establishment of the policy at a news conference in Asaba, the Delta State Capital. Flanked by Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Sir Festus Ahon and Executive Assistant to the Governor on Public Enlightenment (Projects and Policies), Mr. Olisa…

by Kelvin Ohoror A political and socio-cultural group, the Okugbe Isoko for Sheriff, has passed a vote of Confidence on the Governor of Delta State, Sheriff Oborevwori.The group in statement signed by his leadership led by Dr. Frank Ozue, Chief Anthony Ukpagba, Coordinator, Mr. Kelvin Abighe, Secretary, Hon. Emakpor Odogu, Spokesman and Ambassador Prince Ogologo M, Public Relations Officer reaffirmed their trust in Gov. Oborevwori’s leadership and developmental vision for Delta State. The group said…

In a statement released last night, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, the member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, expressed his gratitude for the release of his son, Ajirioghene Otagba (alias MC 2Kingdom), who had been detained in connection with allegations of cyberbullying and defamation against Chief Mathew Edevbie, the Group Managing Director of Income Electrix Ltd. Otagba’s detention was linked to accusations regarding the uncompleted 132KVA substation electrification project in…

By Moses Darah Growing up in the 80s and 90s, I fondly remember the Esaba River as a pristine and dark waterway. My mother and I would paddle through the Esaba-Oleri River to Aladja, Isaba and Ovwian markets, quenching our thirst with its pure waters. In its heyday, the Esaba River was a lifeline for many. Its waters served as a source of drinking water for the indigenes, a place for bathing, laundry and toilet…