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Delta State Government, Tuesday, warned that it would deal decisively with anyone found breaching the existing peace in the state. The Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu, gave the warning in Asaba while addressing journalists after visiting a wounded victim of violent protests orchestrated by Okada riders. Flanked by State Commissioner of Police, CP Abaniwonda Olufemi, the State Commissioner for Information, Dr Ifeanyi Osuoza, Director-General, Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency, Chief Patrick…

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) is currently probing the link between Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri and wanted leader of the killer gang, which murdered 16 officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army, in Okuama, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta state, on Thursday, Endurance Okodeh, alias Amangben. The military authorities are also working on an intelligence report that Amangben was being harboured by Douye Diri at Government House, Yenagoa. Impeccable security sources said…

By Ajiri-Oghene Oreh AS part of moves aimed at uniting aggrieved members of the People Democratic Party (PDP) in Isoko North Local Government Area, the member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko has met with the leadership of the foremost Isoko Political Voice (IPV). Rep. Ukodhiko in the meeting held at his Erawha-Owhe country-home on Sunday, stated that, “the unity of Isoko, including the PDP remained my foremost agenda.” The House…

Member of the House of Representatives, representing Bomadi/Patani Federal Constituency of Delta State, has condemned Thursday’s killing of 16 soldiers by some irate youths of Okuama community , an Urhobo enclave in Ughelli South Local Government Area of the state. Mutu, who is the Chairman of the Gas Committee in the House, described the action as “barbaric and inhuman.” Mutu, who is also the Chairman of the Southern Nigeria Carcus in the House of Representatives,…

By Ajirioghene Oreh Member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency, Hon. (Pst.) Jonathan Ukodhiko, on Saturday, attended the funeral ceremony of the late Odio-logbo of Emede Kingdom, High Chief Paul Eriri. Speaking, Ukodhiko described Chief Eriri’s passage as a monumental loss not only to the Isoko ethnic nationality but Delta State and Nigeria generally he served selflessly. The House of Representatives member said, “Chief Paul Eriri was a well respected and foremost elder statesman…

By Ajiri-Oghene Oreh MEMBER representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, on Thursday, was honored with an Excellence Award by the Niger Delta Students Union Government (NIDSUG) led by Comrade Scott Ogunseri for his support to the students’ community. The award ceremony took place during the NIDSUG’s Enhancing Student’s Participation in Politics and Leadership Programme that was held at the Dennis Osabebay University, Asaba, Delta State. In his speech, Rep. Ukodhiko represented…

By Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq. Construction giant, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, is leaving no stone unturned to ensure that the three flyovers; DSC Roundabout, PTI junction and Enerhen junction up to Marine Gate, as well as the Effurun junction pedestrian and road expansion projects are delivered according to specifications. These projects are essential and timely for the revamping of commercial and business activities in the state, and more particularly for the restoration of Warri status as…

Member representing Isoko North and South Federal Constituency, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko has felicitated with prominent political leader and former member of the Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Ross Uredi on his birth anniversary. Rep. Ukodhiko in statement on Tuesday, by his Special Assistant on Media, Mr Ajirioghene Oreh, lauded Chief Uredi for his commitment to the development of Isoko-nation and advancement of Delta State. The Isoko federal lawmaker said; “We celebrate you heartily for…

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Uzere Ward 4 Chapter, in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, has reconciled aggrieved members back to the party and received decampees from other political parties. The event took place yesterday, Sunday, 10/3/2024 at the Uzere residence of the Executive Assistant to the Governor on Political Matters, Chief Barr. Afor Irogbo. The meeting also showcased the celebration of mother’s day with PDP women in the Ward. Speaking during the…

The Executive Assistant to Delta State Governor on political matters, Prince Sam Ughujowhovwo (CBN) has congratulated Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on his Silverbird Award as Governor of the Year 2023. CBN thanked the Silverbird group for the recognition of the sterling accomplishments of his excellency in the state. The EA to the Governor Used the opportunity to urge Deltans to support and work with the Governor in accomplishing the MORE Agenda for all Deltans.