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BY DENNIS OTU The sudden and painful passing of my immediate elder sister, Mrs. Susan Caulker Irede, has left an unfillable void in my life and the lives of our family. The news of her demise on Monday, March 24th, 2025, at about 1 am, shattered me terribly, and I’m still grappling with the reality of her departure. Memories of a Lifetime Susan was more than just a sibling; she was a guiding light, a…

Ugboren, Okpe Local Government Area, Delta State – The chairmanship election of the Community Development Committee (CDC) in Ugboren community faced a violent disturbance earlier today, but quick intervention by security personnel and local officials helped restore order. According to Engr. Udoka Emmanuel, the Executive Assistant to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Security, the unrest occurred prior to the arrival of the electoral team and security agents. Several cutlasses were seized during the disturbance, and efforts…

By Moses Darah The media team of the Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode (JP) has consistently delivered high-quality reportage since his administration began. The exceptional coverage showcases Oyibode’s commitment to transparency and effective governance as the team’s efforts have contributed significantly to Oyibode’s reputation as a committed Council Chairman who values open communication and community involvement. Two workaholic members of the media team, Comr Henry Aghogho Ubuvwerorose and Comr…

Hon. Evang. Ogolo Emmanuel, Special Adviser to the Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, High Chief (Hon.) Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP FCIA, has commended the Chairman for his exceptional crisis management skills. He described Oyibode as a divine gift to Udu, noting his swift and peaceful resolution of several crises in the LGA. Ogolo highlighted the Chairman’s interventions in the Opete and Okpaka community disputes, where his dialogue-driven approach restored calm and unity. Most…

The leadership of the Urhobo Youth Council, led by its President, Ambassador General Peter Aghogho, recently paid a courtesy visit to Senator K. Yohanna, who represents the Adamawa North Senatorial District in the National Assembly and serves as the Vice Chairman of the Senate Committee on Niger Delta Regional Development. The visit, which took place at the senator’s office, focused on fostering collaboration between the Urhobo Youth Council and the senator’s office on various initiatives…

The Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, High Chief Hon. Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode JP FCIA, along with his team, paid an official visit today, Thursday, April 3, 2024, to the defunct Delta Steel Company, now Premium Steel and Mines. The purpose of the visit was to assess the current state of the company and its operations as part of an ongoing effort by the Udu Local Government administration to ensure industries operate effectively and…

By Moses Darah The Delta State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Johnbull Tonukari has praised Governor Sheriff Francis Orohwedor Oborevwori as the best financial manager ever. Prof Tonukari commended Gov Oborevwori during the 111th Inaugural Lecture of Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, on Thursday, April 3, 2025. The lecture, titled “Biotechnology: From Laboratory to the Factory,” highlights Tonukari’s expertise in promoting higher education in Delta State. According Prof Tonukari, “I cannot be grateful enough…

High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, has congratulated the newly appointed management and board of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) on behalf of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL). Tompolo, the Chairman of TSSNL, praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his visionary leadership and commitment to excellence in selecting seasoned professionals to steer the affairs of NNPCL. Tompolo expressed confidence in the new management’s ability to drive the ongoing restructuring of NNPCL…

The Niger Delta Indigenous Movement For Radical Change (NDIMRC) has Congratulated the new Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engr.Bashir Bayo Ojulari, Mr. Austin Avuru on his appointment as a Non-Executive Director representing the South-South geopolitical zone on the Board of the NNPCL and others just brought on board. President Ahmed Bola Tinubu had on Wednesday made some new changes on the Board of the NNPCL that was put…

*Introduces new leadershipBy Philip Onome The new leadership of Ex-agitators Phase 1 of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, has paid a condolence visit to one of their own, HRH Shelky Torughedi (aka Gen. Young Shall Grow) over the death of his father. Speaking during the visit, National President of the Ex-agitators leaders and Senior Special Assistant to Delta State Governor of Security, Chief Aroni Oputu (aka Gen Aroni), expressed sadness over the demis of HRH Shelky’s…