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By GABRIEL CHOBA In the often turbulent and disappointing arena of Nigerian politics, where grand promises routinely dissolve into empty rhetoric, the people of Ethiope East and Ethiope West Federal Constituency have witnessed something refreshingly different: a representative who actually represents. Hon. Erhiatake Ibori-Suenu’s first term in the 10th National Assembly has not been a tenure of mere presence, but one of profound and purposeful action. As the political discourse begins to tilt toward 2027,…

The Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP, FCIA, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, hosted the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Udu where he announced a series of empowerment and support initiatives aimed at strengthening grassroots governance and party administration. The Udu APC Local Government Area Chairman, Hon. David Ogheneochuko Siloko led members of the LGA Executive Committee alongside Ward Chairmen on a courtesy and appreciation visit…

By Henry Ubus. A legal practitioner, Chief Solomon Rugbare Aggreh Esq., has expressed deep concern over the state of Nigeria’s judiciary, alleging increasing political influence and warning of potential threats to the nation’s democracy. In a strongly worded statement, Aggreh said he now aligns with the growing sentiment among many Nigerians that the legal systemparticularly judges and lawyers may be contributing to the country’s challenges rather than resolving them. He accused some members of the…

…Inaugurates 31 kilometres Ohoror-Bomadi Road Amidst Praises Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday declared that his administration is deliberately rewriting the development story of riverine communities through massive infrastructure investments and people-focused projects, policies, and programmes. The Governor made the assertion during the commissioning of the reconstructed 31-kilometre Ohoror–Bomadi Road, a strategic corridor linking Ughelli North, Ughelli South, Patani, Burutu, Bomadi and Burutu Local Government Areas. Oborevwori described the project as a major…

The Urhobo Youth Leaders’ Association (UYLA) has lauded the Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. (Elder) Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori, for what it described as a bold and deliberate effort to transform riverine communities through massive infrastructure development. In a statement released on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 by UYLA National President, Chief (Amb.) Samuel Onoriode Oghotomo (JP) and National Secretary, Chief (Dr.) Augustine Ogheneovo Atiti (JP), the group praised the Governor’s administration for…

The Delta State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Prince Kelly Kalanama Penawou, has commended the Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun(Hon.),Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP FCIA for his prudent management of public funds and impactful delivery of development projects. Prince Penawou gave the commendation yesterday Monday, March 16, 2026 during an official inspection tour of ongoing and completed projects executed by the Oyibode-led administration in Udu Local Government Area. After touring several…

By Henry Ubus. The Senior Special Assistant to the Delta State Governor on Women Mobilization, Vivian Ogheneovo has emphasized that true leadership is rooted in service, humility and a sincere commitment to people rather than titles or positions. Ogheneovo who shared the message on her social media platforms at the start of the new week noted that over time she has come to understand that leadership is not defined by recognition or status, but by…

By Henry Ubus. The Chief Executive Officer of the Wilson Ejeben Foundation and Chairman of Urhobo Palace Representatives on Oil and Gas, Chief Wilson Brume Ejeben has been honoured with the prestigious Niger Delta Advancement Award in recognition of his outstanding humanitarian services and commitment to community development across the Niger Delta region. Chief Ejeben received the award, which is tagged “Beacon of Hope,” for his remarkable contributions to humanity through his foundation which has…

The member representing Isoko North and Isoko South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, has commended Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for approving several strategic road projects aimed at strengthening infrastructure development across Isoko land. Ukodhiko made the commendation in a statement on Sunday, describing the governor’s decision as a clear demonstration of his administration’s commitment to ensuring balanced development in all parts of Delta State. The federal lawmaker…

By Henry Ubus. Veteran Nigerian actor, Abiodun Ayoyinka, popularly known for playing the famous Papa Ajasco character, has opened up about the hardship he has been facing despite his long career in the entertainment industry. Ayoyinka made the revelation during a recent interview with content creator Lucky Udu where he lamented that he has been struggling financially and does not own a house or car of his own. Speaking emotionally during the interview, the veteran…