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By: Gabriel Ameh The President of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Alhassan Yahya Abdul, has reaffirmed plans to reposition the International Institute of Journalism (IIJ) as a globally competitive centre for journalism training, as alumni of the institute convened their inaugural congress in Abuja. The meeting, held at the IIJ campus in Jahi, brought together alumni, NUJ leadership and other stakeholders to deliberate on the institute’s future, with discussions focusing on accreditation, institutional…

The Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun(Hon.), Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode has lauded the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, over his emergence at the General Meeting of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria held in Abuja on Monday. Oyibode described the development as a well-deserved recognition of the Speaker’s sagacity, pragmatic approach, and people-oriented leadership style, noting that Guwor’s commitment to quality and…

The Erhi of Ughievwen Kingdom, Olorogun Aghogho Okpogbodu, has congratulated Hon. Ojes Ojigho on his emergence as the consensus Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. In a congratulatory message, Olorogun Okpogbodu described Ojigho’s emergence as “a square peg in a square hole,” noting that it was a well-deserved recognition of his impressive track record, commitment, and longstanding contributions to party development in the area. The…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State today Wednesday, February 11, 2026, successfully conducted its Local Government Congress, which produced Rt. Hon. Evangelist David Siloko as the consensus Chairman of the party in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State. Speaking shortly after the congress, the Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun(Hon.), Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode JP, described the exercise as peaceful, transparent and guided by a strong…

By Henry Ubus. The Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Delta State Governor on Community Development, Rev. Dr. Isaac Chichah JP, RDN, has congratulated the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, on his emergence as the Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria. In a congratulatory message, Rev. Dr. Chichah described Guwor’s emergence as well-deserved, noting that his leadership qualities, legislative competence, and commitment to…

As part of his sustained efforts to empower constituents with practical skills that promote self-reliance, and in fulfilment of his campaign promises, the Member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, Rep. Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko, has flagged off another Youth and Women Empowerment Programme on Cufflinks and Bead Making. The programme, organised in collaboration with the Project Development Institute (PRODA) and Hammdes Nigeria Limited, was flagged off on Tuesday 10th February…

By Henry Ubus Chief Ejiro Hope, Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor and U3 Youth Leader has called on youths and social media users to desist from dragging individuals by broadly tagging them as “Urhobo leaders” when addressing issues affecting youth development. In a statement shared across his social media platforms, Chief Hope emphasized that accountability should be personal rather than ethnic. According to him, if anyone is believed to be hindering, diverting or…

The Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun(Hon.), Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode JP FCIA has expressed heartfelt appreciation to the people of Udu Kingdom, Deltans, and friends across the globe for the overwhelming goodwill and show of love that marked his birth anniversary celebration on Friday, February 6, 2026. Oyibode who described the outpouring of affection as humbling and deeply touching, said he was overwhelmed by the avalanche of birthday messages, goodwill wishes, and prayers…

By Omar Rogers As part of effort to maintain high-quality projects evenly delivered across Delta state by the Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, the Delta State Directorate of Project Monitoring/Audit, has concluded the town hall meeting organised for communities in the three senatorial districts to strengthen community participation in project monitoring/supervision in their various areas. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Project Monitoring and Audit, Engr. Dr. Goodnews Agbi, who was Impressed with the turnout and…