Tag: #DeltaState
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OBOROVWORI CELEBRATES DELTA SPEAKER GUWOR AT 47
Delta’s governor rolls out warm tributes as the State Assembly Speaker marks a new age milestone. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated Emomotimi Guwor on his 47th birthday, praising his leadership and impact on governance in Delta State. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, the governor described Guwor—who also chairs the Conference…
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OZORO FESTIVAL SPARKS CALL FOR CULTURAL AUDIT
Following troubling reports from Delta’s Ozoro Festival, activists are urging a national review of traditions that humiliate and discriminate against women. The Gender Mobile Initiative (GMI) has called for an urgent audit of cultural practices after videos from the Ozoro Festival showed acts that publicly shame women, particularly those perceived as infertile. Team Lead Omowunmi…
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VANDALS BRING DOWN POWER TOWER, DISRUPT ELECTRICITY FLOW
Nigeria’s power grid takes another hit as vandals topple a key transmission tower in Delta. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has confirmed the collapse of Tower T99 along the Ughelli–Benin 330kV transmission line—caused by vandalism. The damaged tower was discovered during a routine patrol in Delta State after a sudden line trip. Investigations revealed…
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DELTA GOVERNMENT APPROVES ₦10BN TO CLEAR PENSION ARREARS, BOOSTS INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
Delta State has approved ₦10 billion to settle overdue pension liabilities from past administrations, fulfilling Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s promise to ease pensioners’ hardships. The decision was announced following a State Executive Council meeting chaired by Deputy Governor Sir Monday Onyeme. A special committee will ensure fair disbursement of the funds to deserving beneficiaries, part of…
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ZONE FIVE POLICE CRACKS DOWN ON ILLEGAL SIRENS AND TINTED GLASSES
Edo and Delta police enforce siren ban and tinted glass permit rules from October 2. The Zone Five Police Command covering Edo and Delta states has started enforcing the ban on unauthorized sirens and tinted glass regulations. Motorists must register tinted vehicles at http://www.possap.gov.ng and verify physically at state commands or remove tints. The ban…
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NIGERIAN NAVY SHUTS DOWN SIX ILLEGAL OIL REFINERIES IN DELTA
Operation DELTA SANITY II scores big against crude oil theft in Warri South. The Nigerian Navy’s Forward Operating Base (FOB) Escravos has deactivated six illegal refining sites in Obodo Omadino Community, Delta State. This was part of a coordinated effort between Sept. 3 and 24 under Operation DELTA SANITY II, aimed at ridding maritime spaces…
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TINUBU PROMISES BOOST IN SPORTS INVESTMENT AT 9TH NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES
President Tinubu backs sports and youth development as key to national unity and future champions. At the 9th National Youth Games opening in Asaba, Tinubu’s envoy highlighted the games as a talent discovery platform and praised sports leaders for their commitment. Delta State’s governor reaffirmed support for athletes and facilities, celebrating the state’s legacy as…
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OBOREVWORI RELEASES ₦10BN TO CLEAR DELTA PENSION BACKLOG
Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has approved an immediate ₦10 billion release to settle outstanding pension arrears for retired civil servants. Since taking office, his administration has paid over ₦36.4 billion in pensions, disbursing ₦1.4 billion monthly, while ensuring arrears from previous administrations are cleared. Oborevwori emphasised retirees’ welfare as a top priority and set up…
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NDLEA ARRESTS NOTORIOUS DRUG KINGPIN IN DELTA, SEIZES ₦7.8BN OPIOIDS IN RIVERS
After three years on the run, NDLEA operatives captured 36-year-old Sunday Ibigide in Asaba, Delta State, seizing 138kg of cannabis during his arrest on August 10, 2025. Ibigide had been wanted since March 2022 for drug trafficking linked to previous seizures. His aide, Clement Osuya, 27, was also arrested. Alongside this, NDLEA intercepted five containers…
