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By Emmanuel EkebeThe traditional ruler of Irri Clan in Isoko South Local Government Area, Delta State His Royal Majesty Simon Wajutome Odhomo, Igbogidi 1 has been presented his staff of office by the Governor of Delta State, Elder Sheriff Francis Oborevwori. Speaking at the occasion, the Deputy Governor Sir Monday Onyeme who represented the state Governor said government has great respect for the traditional institution, because Royal fathers are not only the custodian of our…

By Henry Ubus Ovwian, Udu Local Government Area — Tuesday, December 3, 2024 In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering education and intellectual development, the President of Udu Union in the United Kingdom, Olorogun Ovo Agbodje, has pledged Scholarships for 10 students annually at Ovwian Secondary School. During his visit, Chief Agbodje announced a four-year university scholarship program for general studies and a five-year scholarship for students pursuing Medicine. In line with his commitment to…

*** Calls for accountability, clarification from Olu The Ugborodo Community Youth Development Body (UYDB) has issued a strong condemnation of Prince Oritsetimeyin Edema, who claimed to be the “Sole Representative and Liaison to NNPCL and JIV Partners” of the Warri monarch, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, following a controversial letter published in the Vanguard newspaper on Thursday, November 28, 2024. The body, representing the youth of Ugborodo, voiced its concerns over what they described as…

Member representing Isoko Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, joined the Deputy Governor of Delta State, Sir Monday Onyeme, State Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Solomon Areyenka and immediate past State Deputy Governor, Deacon Kingsley Otuaro, attended the special thanksgiving reception in honour of Chief Emman Amgbaduba on his emergence as the Delta South Senatorial District Chairman of the PDP. The reception held at the KFT Event Centre in Warri,…

Member representing Isoko Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Jonathan Ukodhiko, on Saturday, attended the wedding reception of Mr. Kaz Salami and Ewomazino Malaka in Warri. The bride is the daughter of foremost businessmogul, Mayor Pius Malaka. Prominent dignitaries present were Chairman, Skyward Resources Group, Chief Eta Enahoro, member representing Isoko South Constituency 11, Hon. Ferguson Onwo, immediate past President-General, Isoko Development Union, Chief Iduh Amadhe, manager, Tin-Can Island Port Complex of the…

The Ohaneze Stakeholders Assembly (OSA) has written an open letter to the Director-General of the Department of State Security Services (DSS), Mr. Adeola Oluwatosen Ajayi, calling on him to investigate the Nigerian Navy’s alleged involvement in crude oil theft and economic sabotage. The OSA expressed concerns over the Nigerian Navy’s failure to discharge its constitutional obligations, which has led to the engagement of private security companies to protect the nation’s oil assets. They specifically mentioned…

*** Says Okojie Not Suitable To Represent Them *** Ugochinyere Leads Pro-Dangote Reps, Root For Okojie As Edo Senator Barely two months after the gubernatorial election in Edo State, fresh tension has engulfed the state over the anticipated senatorial election in Edo Central Senatorial District to pick the successor to the state’s Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, in the Senate. Already, there is an interplay of political intrigues as a group of federal lawmakers led by…

By Directreporters The Delta State Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Solomon Arenyeka JP , marked a significant milestone on November 22, 2024, as he commissioned multiple projects during the 5th anniversary celebration of the OMO Foundation in Koko, Warri North Local Government Area. The event, which drew dignitaries, community leaders, and residents, highlighted the Foundation’s commitment to enhancing the quality of life in the region. A key project unveiled during the ceremony…

The Arewa Peoples’ Assembly has written an open letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging him to remove Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla as Chief of Naval Staff due to allegations of oil theft and economic sabotage. The Nigerian Navy has been accused of colluding with criminals to steal crude oil in the Niger Delta, hindering the country’s economic growth. Admiral Ogalla, appointed by President Tinubu in June 2023, has been criticized for failing to address the…

The Urhobo Youth Leaders’ Association (UYLA) has issued a strong warning to the former President General of the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU), Olorogun Joe Omene to stop forcing his useless advice on the leadership of the UPU, warning him to distance himself from the administration of the UPU President-General, Olorogun (Barr) Ese Gam Owe. This UYLA’s decision was conveyed in a statement signed by the National President, Olorogun (Amb) Samuel Onoriode Oghotomo (JP) and National…