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In a recent interview on DBS Thursday Morning Ride, the Chairman of the Delta State Taskforce on Environment, Chief Godspower Asiuwhu, highlighted the government’s zero tolerance for illegal structures and unauthorized roadside trading along highways. Speaking on the program aired on November 7, 2024, Chief Asiuwhu discussed the hazards these activities pose to both the environment and public safety, stressing that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration is fully committed to addressing these issues. Chief Asiuwhu emphasized…

The Delta State Government has issued a special announcement targeting traders, hawkers, and operators of unauthorized structures in areas surrounding the Koka axis. According to a statement released by Chief Godspower Asiuwhu JP, Chairman of the State Taskforce on Environment, all illegal roadside structures and trading activities spanning from Koka to Summit, Koka to Ibusa, Koka to the Overhead Bridge, and Koka to Ibusa Junction must be removed within a strict five-day ultimatum, effective today,…

Greetings to you all, my dearly beloved constituents! I am excited to share with you all the completion of another of our projects, which hold significant importance to me. During the electioneering campaigns, I went to Owodokpokpo-Igbide in Isoko South LGA to consult one of our prominent political leaders, and the consultation lasted late into the night, and on our way back, I noticed that there were very few glimmers of lights in the community….

The Executive Chairman of Udu Local Government Council, Olorogun (Hon) Vincent Ogheneruemu Oyibode, JP FCIA, extends heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and associates of the late Prof. Amos Utuama, SAN, who passed away in the early hours of yesterday, 02/11/24. Prof. Utuama’s passing marks a profound loss not only to his family but also to Delta State and the Nigerian legal community as a whole. A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), former Deputy Governor…

The Urhobo Youth Leaders’ Association (UYLA) has paid tribute to the late Prof Amos Agbe Utuama (SAN), former Deputy Governor of Delta State, describing his passing as a huge loss to the state. Utuama served Delta State diligently, first as Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice from 1999 to 2007, and then as Deputy Governor from 2007 to 2015. UYLA’s National President, Olorogun (Amb) Samuel Onoriode Oghotomo (JP), and National Secretary, Olorogun (Dr) Augustine Ogheneovo…

…Says gov’t BUP targets 2,000 business owners Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, is taking bold steps to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) through the MORE Biz-up Business Upscale programme meant to support entrepreneurs in the State. Through the More Biz-Up initiative, the state government aims to provide funds to 2,000 verified business owners, boosting the state’s economy, creating more jobs that would strategically position Delta as the nation’s number one commercial hub. Chief Job…

By Odio ODAFE The Special Adviser to the Governor of Delta State on Project Monitoring/Audit, Engr. Dr. Goodnews Agbi, has ordered contractor handling electricity re-enforcement project in the state to replace refurbished transformers Engr. Agbi, gave the order today Wednesday during an inspection visit to Ekuku-Agbor and Environs electrification projects in Ika South, Ika North East and Aniocha South respectively. Agbi, expresses dissatisfaction over refurbished, below specification and substandard transformers which was installed as against…

DELTA STATE EXPANDS SCOPE OF STRATEGIC SUMMIT ON OIL FACILITIES AND GOVERNMENT PROPERTIES PROTECTIONStrategic Postponement Aims to Broaden Stakeholder Engagement and Enhance Summit Impact Asaba, Delta State- The Office of the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on DESOPADEC Matters announces the strategic postponement of its highly anticipated One Day Summit on Protecting and Safeguarding Oil Facilities and Government Properties in the DESOPADEC Mandate Areas, originally scheduled for November 1st, 2024. This decision follows…

In a bold move to address the pressing challenges facing Delta State’s oil sector and public infrastructure, a high-stakes summit is set to take place on November 1, 2024, at the prestigious Unity Hall, Delta State Government House Annex, Warri. Spearheaded by Comrade Owen Oghenero Edafe, the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) to the Governor on DESOPADEC Matters, this one-day event promises to be a watershed moment in the state’s ongoing efforts to protect its vital…