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Delta Govt Approves Hostels for Tertiary Institutions

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Delta Govt Approves Hostels for Tertiary Institutions ...Moves To Complete Abandoned DELSU Senate Building We By EgbemaVoice, The Delta State Government has approved the construction of male and female hostels across nine state-owned tertiary institutions as part of efforts to address accommodation challenges faced by students. The State Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Nyerhovwo Tonukari, disclosed this while briefing journalists at the end of the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Professor Tonukari described the decision as a significant step forward for students and their parents, noting that the rising student population in the state’s tertiary institutions has made hostel accommodation a pressing need. He said recent figures presented during the convocation ceremonies of the three newly established universities in the state showed that the three institutions alone currently have about 40,000 students. According to...
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Crisis Rocks Delta NUJ as SWC Passes Vote of No Confidence on Oyowe Over Misconduct

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Delta NUJ crisis: SWC Passes Vote Of No Confidence On Oyowe Over Gross Misconduct  By Cletus Opukeme, Chief Correspondent, Warri The Delta State Central working committee of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) has passed a vote of no confidence on the state chairman Comrade Churchill Oyowe for flagrant abuse of power and gross violation of the union's constitution. The vote of no confidence letter dated 14th March, 2026 signed by the following persons, Comrade Felix Ekwu Vice Chairman, Comrade Josephine Omodior, Acting Secretary, Comrade Caroline Ubini Treasurer, Comrade Celestine Afokobah Auditor and Comrade Christian Eze Ex-Officio (SWAN, the letter which also copied the following top echelon of the union, National Secretariat, Zonal Vice President and Secretary Zone F with electronic copies made available to newsmen, said, ''We, the undersigned members of the SWC, hereby disown and dissociate ourselves from any contrary correspondence purportedly iss...
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PAP: IPF, IPDI, Stakeholders Pass Vote of Confidence on Dr. Otuaro, Applaud Two Years of Strategic Reforms,

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PAP: IPF, IPDI, Stakeholders Pass Vote of Confidence on Dr. Otuaro, Laud 2 Years of Strategic Reforms • Describes him as game-changer, Bridge-builder By EgbemaVoice, The Ijaw Publishers Forum (IPF), Ijaw People's Development Initiative, IPDI, and other stakeholders have passed a vote of confidence in Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), marks two years of his visionary leadership.  According to the stakeholders, Otuaro's two years' tenure has been marked by significant reforms, including institutional upgrades, increase in foreign scholarship, youth empowerment, and peacebuilding initiatives in the Niger Delta region. The IPF commended Otuaro for reinstating vital programs such as foreign scholarships, marine training, and vocational training, benefiting over 2,000 students and ex-agitators. His collaborative approach has fostered community and stakeholders involvement and support for the amnesty initiative. 
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STATE POLICE: Delta To Build 25 Divisional Police Headquarters, SPU

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STATE POLICE: Delta To Build 25 Divisional Police Headquarters, SPU By EgbemaVoice, AHEAD of the implementation of the Federal Government’s policy on state policing, Delta State Government has approved the construction of state-of-the-art Divisional Police Headquarters across the 25 local government areas of the State for State Police as part of its efforts to further strengthen security in the state. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads), Mr. Charles Aniagwu, wbo disclosed this while briefing journalists at the end of the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, said EXCO also approved the building of Special Police Protection Unit, SPU in the State.  Aniagwu said the decision was in line with Governor Oborevwori’s MORE Agenda and the administration’s commitment to protecting lives and property of Deltans and residents in the state. According to him, the Executive Council approved the construction of 25 modern divisional po...
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Delta Govt Approves Over N400bn For Roads, Other Infrastructure Projects,

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Delta Govt Approves Over N400bn For Roads, Other Infrastructure Projects ...To Build 25 Divisional Headquarters For State Police, SPU Base By EgbemaVoice, The Delta State Government, Friday, approved projects worth over ₦400 billion for the construction, rehabilitation, and upgrading of roads and other critical infrastructure across the state, in a move aimed at improving transportation, enhancing security, boosting economic activities, and strengthening connectivity among communities. The approvals were granted during the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Briefing journalists after the State Executive Council meeting, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, said the projects span multiple local government areas including Warri South, Warri South-West, Udu, Ughelli North, Ughelli South, Ethiope East, Ethiope West, Aniocha North, Aniocha South, Ika North-East, Ika South, Ndokwa West, N...
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Warri Federal Constituency: Niger Delta Ex-Agitator Darlington Agbe Blows Hot Over Lack of Meaningful Projects,

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Warri Federal Constituency: Niger Delta Ex-Agitator Darlington Agbe Blows Hot Over Lack of Meaningful Projects, By EgbemaVoice, A Niger Delta ex-agitator and prominent Egbema youth leader, Darlington Agbe, has expressed deep dissatisfaction over what he described as the absence of meaningful developmental projects in Warri Federal Constituency. Warri Federal Constituency comprises Warri North, Warri South, and Warri South-West Local Government Areas of Delta State. In a statement personally signed by him, Agbe lamented that the current representative of the constituency in the House of Representatives has allegedly failed to deliver tangible projects capable of improving the lives of the people. According to him, the constituency has suffered years of neglect despite its strategic importance and contribution to the economic development of the state and the Niger Delta region. Agbe specifically expressed concern over the situation in Warri North Local Government Area, statin...
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Egbema Youth Leader Questions Exclusion of Kingdom from Delta State’s N400bn Projects,

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Egbema Youth Leader Questions Exclusion of Kingdom from Delta State’s N400bn Projects By Egbemavoice  The Egbema Youth Leader, Comrade Mingo Meshach Friday Sayami Ogumaka, has expressed deep concern over what he described as the continued marginalization and exclusion of Egbema Kingdom in Warri North Local Government Area from major development projects under the administration of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Francis Oborevwori. Comrade Sayami lamented that the situation is becoming increasingly alarming, alleging that Egbema people are being sidelined in both infrastructural development and political appointments in the state. According to him, the recent approval of over ₦400 billion worth of road and other infrastructure projects across the 25 Local Government Areas of Delta State did not include any project within Egbema Kingdom. “It is becoming an alarming situation that Egbema people are being relegated in the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwor...
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SENIOR POLICE OFFICER DIG FRANK MBA BOWS OUT AFTER 34 YEARS OF of DISTINGUISHED SERVICE,

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By EgbemaVoice Abuja, Nigeria - The Nigeria Police Force has announced the Retirement of Deputy Inspector-General of Police, DIG Frank Mba, who honourably served the Nation for 34 years. Mba, who held the pivotal position of Training and Development at Force Headquarters, has Relinquished his Duties, marking the end of a distinguished Career. A 1992 Graduate of the Nigeria Police Academy, Kano, where he Excelled as the Best Cadet in Academics, Mba has left an indelible Mark on the Force. His illustrious Career spans Multiple roles, including Force Public Relations Officer and Lagos State Police Command Spokesman. In a Valedictory Statement, Mba expressed Profound Gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Nigerian people for the Opportunity to Serve. "I am deeply honoured to have Contributed to the Nation's Security and stability," he said. Mba's Departure Comes in the Wake of recent Changes in the Nigeria Police Force Leadership, following the Retir...
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PSC APPROVES MASS PROMOTION: 13 CPs ELEVATED TO AIGs, 17 DCPs TO CPs AND OTHERS, IN MERIT-BASED EXERCISE

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POLICE SERVICE COMMISSION PRESS RELEASE  PSC APPROVES MASS PROMOTION: 13 CPs ELEVATED TO AIGs, 17 DCPs TO CPs AND OTHERS, IN MERIT-BASED EXERCISE The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the promotion of 13 Commissioners of Police (CPs) to the rank of Assistant Inspectors-General of Police (AIGs), following their successful performance in the recently concluded written examinations and oral interviews held at the Commission's Corporate Headquarters in Abuja. The list of successful officers has been formally conveyed to the Inspector-General of Police for immediate implementation. The newly promoted AIGs are: - Emmanuel Ado Christopher (former CP, Yobe State) - Joseph Eribo (former CP, Ekiti State) - Dantawaye Miller (former CP, FCT) - Uche Ifeanyi Henry, PhD (Director, NPF-National Cyber Crime Center) - Olarenwaju Peter Ogunlowo (former CP, Ogun State) - Muhammad Dahiru (former CP, Jigawa State) - Dankombo Morris (former CP, Adamawa State) - Bello Shehu (former ...
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Comr. Tamarau-emi Eko Rallies Warri North Support for Amb. Engr. Benjamin Kukuru (Ebis) Ahead of 2027 Delta Assembly Race

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Comr. Tamarau-emi Eko Urges Warri North Indigenes to Support Amb. Engr. Benjamin Kukuru (Ebis) for 2027 Delta Assembly By EgbemaVoice Comr. Tamarau-emi Eko has called on the people of Warri North Local Government Area to rally behind Amb. Engr Benjamin Kukuru, popularly known as Ebis, in his bid to represent the local government at the Delta State House of Assembly in the 2027 general elections. Comr. Eko made this call while addressing political Stakeholders, Community leaders, and supporters across the local government. He emphasized that Amb. Engr. Benjamin Kukuru possesses the competence, leadership capacity, and grassroots connection required to effectively represent the people and attract meaningful development to Warri North and its communities. According to him, Kukuru is widely known for his accessibility, reliability, and unwavering commitment to the welfare of the people. He described him as a tested and trusted personality whose dedication to service and communi...
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An Open Letter to the Ijaw NationBy Stakeholders at Home and in the Global DiasporaCommitted to Transformational Leadership

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An Open Letter to the Ijaw Nation By Stakeholders at Home and in the Global Diaspora Committed to Transformational Leadership In Defense of Constitutional Integrity and Institutional Legitimacy In INC March 11, 2025 To the revered traditional rulers of the Ijaw Nation, To the elders and founding stewards of our collective struggle, To the youth, professionals, women, and patriots of the Ijaw Nation, To the leadership and membership of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), We write with a profound sense of responsibility and with deep reverence for the history, dignity, and constitutional heritage of the Ijaw Nation. The moment presently confronting the Ijaw National Congress is not a routine electoral disagreement. It is a constitutional moment — one that touches the very foundations of institutional legitimacy, procedural justice, and the moral authority of the INC as the principal voice of the Ijaw people. Let us therefore be unequivocal: the issue before the Ijaw Nati...
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Court bars Aiyedatiwa from contesting 2028 guber election,

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By EgbemaVoice, The Federal High Court sitting in Akure, Ondo State, on Thursday ruled that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State cannot contest the 2028 governorship election, holding that doing so would violate the constitutional limit of eight years in office. Delivering judgement, Justice Adegoke held that Aiyedatiwa, who first assumed office on 27 December 2023 following the death of former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, and was later sworn in again on 24 February 2025 after winning the 16 November 2024 governorship election, cannot seek another term in 2028. The court ruled that the 1999 Constitution (as amended) does not permit a president or governor to remain in office for more than eight years, relying on the Supreme Court’s decision in Marwa v. Nyako to support its position. Justice Adegoke further held that the suit was neither speculative nor academic, stressing that the court has the inherent authority to interpret provisions of the Constitution and ensure strict compliance...
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NIGER DELTA PIPELINE SECURITY CONTRACT: SACRIFICING PEACE AND INCREASE IN OIL PRODUCTION AT THE ALTER OF ETHNIC AND TRIBAL POLITICS*

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*NIGER DELTA PIPELINE SECURITY CONTRACT: SACRIFICING PEACE AND INCREASE IN OIL PRODUCTION AT THE ALTER OF ETHNIC AND TRIBAL POLITICS* Let it be clear that I am a none beneficiary of this Tantita contract, however,I am writing as a concern Niger Delta youth.  Ever since the signing of a forty-four billion naira annual contract to a security company, known as Tantita Security company, by the Federal Government of Nigeria. There has been a sudden disappearance of 'black suits' in the skies of the Niger Delta regions. There is also a Sharp fall in the areas of sea pirates and kidnapping. There is an increase of daily oil production which was between five hundred thousand(500,000) and nine hundred thousand(900,000) barrel per day. Now it's about  One point five million ( 1.5 million ) to one point eight million ( 1.8)  barrels production daily.  Apart from that, there's an improved standard of living among young men and women who were employed into the company . This sing...
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Bolowei of Egbema Kingdom Emmanuel E. Omoko Receives Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin in Historic Visit,

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Bolowei of Egbema Kingdom Emmanuel E. Omoko Receives Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin in Historic Visit, By EgbemaVoice A respected community leader, Emmanuel E. Omoko (popularly known as Bolowei), warmly received the renowned cleric, Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, during a remarkable visit that has been widely described as joyful and spiritually uplifting. Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, who serves as the General Overseer of Mercyland Deliverance Ministry, was warmly welcomed by Omoko and members of the community in what many described as a historic and memorable gathering. The visit attracted community members, well-wishers, and followers who gathered in large numbers to witness the meeting. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and spiritual inspiration as prayers were offered and words of encouragement shared. Speaking during the visit, Omoko expressed deep appreciation to the man of God for the honour of the visit, describing it as a moment of divine signifi...
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Police Intercept Suspect with 800 Rounds of AK-47 Ammunition in Zamfara

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Police Intercept Suspect with 800 Rounds of AK-47 Ammunition in Zamfara By EgbemaVoice Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force attached to the Mobile Police Force 42 Police Mobile Force (PMF), Gusau, have intercepted a suspected arms courier transporting a large cache of ammunition in Zamfara State. According to security sources, the incident occurred on March 10, 2026, at about 7:30 p.m. at Yankara Point, a border area between Zamfara State and Katsina State. The suspect, identified as Mannir Adam, 25, a male resident of Yankuzo Village in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, was reportedly intercepted by a police team led by ASP Goma Ibrahim, Unit Commander of the Mine Unit stationed at the border checkpoint. Police sources disclosed that the suspect was riding a red Boxer motorcycle from Unguwar Bawa in Saminaka Local Government Area of Kaduna State, heading towards Kucheri Village in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara State, when he was stopped for routine security ...
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Egbema Youth Leader Blows Hot as Political Momentum Builds for Lawuru, Egbuwa, Ezekiel, Kukuru Ahead of 2027,

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Egbema Youth Leader Blows Hot as Political Momentum Builds for Lawuru, Egbuwa, Ezekiel, Kukuru Ahead of 2027, By EgbemaVoice A prominent Niger Delta youth leader and advocate, Comrade Mingo Friday Sayami Ogumaka, has expressed strong sentiments over the growing political momentum among sons of Egbema Kingdom who have declared interest in key elective positions ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ogumaka described the recent political declarations by notable Egbema leaders as a “long overdue awakening,” stating that the people of Egbema are determined to actively participate in the political process and ensure fair representation in governance. The youth leader particularly commended High Chief Promise Lawuru and Comrade Daniel Peres Ezekiel for declaring their intentions to contest for the Warri Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. He also applauded Hon. Raphael Egbuwa for stepping forward to contest the Ovia South-West Local Government Area Chairmans...
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Warri NUJ Chapel Passes Vote of No Confidence on Delta NUJ Chairman Over Alleged Misconduct

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By EgbemaVoice The Warri Correspondents' Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has passed a vote of no confidence on Mr Churchill Oyowe, Chairman of the Delta State Council of NUJ, citing breaches of the Union's Constitution ahead of the forthcoming election. The Chapel's emergency Congress expressed grave concern over Oyowe's "unconstitutional actions" and "conduct inconsistent with the provisions of the NUJ Constitution 2023 (Amended)". Members alleged Oyowe unilaterally delisted members from the voters list, contravening Article 3:3(g) of the Constitution. The Congress also noted Oyowe's disregard for democratic principles, running the administration as his "personal estate", and ignoring advice from the Acting State Secretary. The Chapel called for Oyowe's immediate resignation or impeachment, citing failure to uphold the NUJ Constitution. The National Secretariat of NUJ is urged to intervene, asking Oyowe...
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BREAKING: Warri NUJ passes vote of no confidence on Churchill Oyowe, Delta NUJ Chairman over coming election

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By Akpokona Omafuaire, UGHELLI THE Warri Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has passed a vote of no confidence on Churchill Oyowe, Chairman, Delta State Council of NUJ over breach of the Union's Constitution during an emergency Congress to deliberate on recent developments concerning the conduct of the forthcoming election of the Chapel slated for Monday, March 16, 2026. The No Confidence Vote was contained in a Communique signed by Comrade Joe Ogbodu, Chairman, Communique Drafting Committee, Comrade Onyeka Meleuwa Secretary, Comrade Sunny Ariegwe, Comrade Victor Okpomor, Chairman, Warri Correspondents' Chapel and Comrade Edeki Igafe Secretary.  The Communique read in part, "Based on the obvious violation of the NUJ Constitution 2023 (as Amended) by the Chairman of the Delta State Council, the Chapel consequently, passed a vote of no confidence on the State Council Chairman, Comrade Churchill Oyowe. "Warri Correspondents’ Cha...
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Egbema Youth Leader Blows Hot as Political Momentum Builds for Lawuru, Egbuwa, Ezekiel, Kukuru Ahead of 2027,

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Egbema Youth Leader Blows Hot as Political Momentum Builds for Lawuru, Egbuwa, Ezekiel, Kukuru Ahead of 2027, By EgbemaVoice A prominent Niger Delta youth leader and advocate, Comrade Mingo Friday Sayami Ogumaka, has expressed strong sentiments over the growing political momentum among sons of Egbema Kingdom who have declared interest in key elective positions ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ogumaka described the recent political declarations by notable Egbema leaders as a “long overdue awakening,” stating that the people of Egbema are determined to actively participate in the political process and ensure fair representation in governance. The youth leader particularly commended High Chief Promise Lawuru and Comrade Daniel Peres Ezekiel for declaring their intentions to contest for the Warri Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. He also applauded Hon. Raphael Egbuwa for stepping forward to contest the Ovia South-West Local G...
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Alabo Nengi James Describes INC Poll Cancellation as Uncomfortable

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By EgbemaVoice A frontrunner for the presidency of the Ijaw National Congress (INC) worldwide, Alabo Nengi James OON, has described the cancellation of the INC election as an uncomfortable situation that has generated mixed feelings among delegates and across the entire Ijaw Nation. Addressing journalists in Yenagoa, Alabo Nengi James urged delegates who had travelled from various Ijaw-speaking states and communities to participate in the exercise not to lose faith in the process despite the development. He noted that although the cancellation was disappointing, it should not discourage members of the congress from remaining committed to the unity and progress of the Ijaw Nation, expressing optimism that all issues surrounding the election would be resolved amicably. Alabo Nengi James further encouraged stakeholders and delegates to remain calm and continue to support efforts aimed at sustaining peace and unity within the congress as he called on aggrieved parties to withd...
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