By Nelson Egware At 62, Pius Mordi stands as a towering testament to the enduring power of words, ideas, and principled journalism. Born in Ubulu-Uku, Delta State, his life’s work reflects a rare blend of intellectual depth, professional courage, and an unwavering commitment to the public good. Over decades in the newsroom, Mordi carved a reputation for excellence that transcended beats and borders. Covering maritime affairs and later serving as Assistant News Editor at The Guardian Newspapers, he brought clarity and authority to a complex and strategic sector, illuminating policy choices, industry dynamics, and national interests with uncommon insight and balance. His pen was incisive yet measured and anchored in facts, enriched by context, and guided by deep respect for the reader. Indeed, Pius was nurtured in the finest traditions of truth and professional rigour at The Guardian. Later, as a member of the Pointer Newspapers Editorial Board, he contributed significantly t...

Oborevwori Congratulates Delta Speaker, Guwor on Emergence as Chairman, Conference of Speakers By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated the Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, on his emergence as Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria. Guwor emerged at the General Meeting of the Conference held in Abuja on Monday, a development that places Delta State at the forefront of legislative leadership in the country and further strengthens inter-parliamentary collaboration among state assemblies. Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described Guwor’s emergence as well-deserved, noting that it reflects his legislative experience, leadership qualities, and commitment to democratic governance. The governor, who himself once served as Treasurer and Deputy Chairman of the Speakers’ Forum during his tenure as Speaker of the Delta Stat...

IPF Congratulates Guwor On Speaker Conference Chairmanship, By EgbemaVoice, The Ijaw Publishers Forum (IPF) has extended heartfelt congratulations to Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor on his election as Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria.  Guwor, Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly and member representing Warri South West LGA, is praised for his leadership, integrity, and commitment to service. In a statement signed by Senior Comr. Austin Ozobo, IPF President, the forum expressed pride in Guwor's achievement, noting it reflects the trust his colleagues have in him. The forum celebrates Guwor's consistent representation of Warri South West, Delta State, and the Ijaw nation with diligence and integrity. "IPF is confident Guwor will bring wisdom, fairness, and dedication to his new role, advancing legislative interests and strengthening democratic governance". They pray for his success and offer support....

Niger Delta Resource Struggle: A Historic Debt to Our Fallen Heroes and Living Defenders,___ Mingo  By EgbemaVoice, Niger Delta Youth leader Comrade Mingo Meshach Sayami Ogumaka has declared that, Niger Delta struggle for resource control, environmental justice, and true federalism in the Niger Delta did not emerge by chance, nor was it gifted by the Nigerian state. It was forced into national consciousness through decades of sacrifice, resistance, intellectual courage, and physical struggle by the sons and daughters of the Niger Delta. At the forefront of this historic movement were late Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark (CON) of Kiagbodo, a towering voice of conscience; late His Royal Majesty Isaac A. Thikan, a custodian of tradition and defender of ancestral rights; and many other departed heroes whose names may not always appear in headlines but whose blood, sweat, and sacrifices shaped the destiny of the region. These leaders spoke truth to power at great personal cost, c...

IYC Western Zone's Information Officer to Host Digital Skills Bootcamp By EgbemaVoice, The Information Officer of the Ijaw Youth Council, IYC, Western Zone, Comrade Tare Magbei, is set to host a two-day digital skills bootcamp aimed at equipping Ijaw youths with practical media and technology competencies. The programme tagged 'Media Management, Content Creation, and AI Prompting Bootcamp' will hold from February 13 to 14, 2026, and is designed to strengthen youth participation in advocacy, storytelling, and community engagement across the Western Zone. A total of 50 participants will be trained in hands-on media and digital skills, with additional exposure to income-earning opportunities in the media and creative sectors. Participants will be drawn from all Information Officers within the IYC Western Zone as well as selected youths from the 24 clans that make up the zone. The initiative, spearheaded by the IYC Western Zone Information Officer, Comra...

Edegbene Community Affirms King-Designate Eric Wareboroeyegha, Rejects Commercialization of Traditional Institutions By EgbemaVoice  The Edegbene community has been thrown into heightened alert and firm resolve following the historic arrival and formal declaration of interest by King-Designate Mr. Eric Wareboroeyegha in the ongoing traditional succession process of the Seimbiri Kingdom. We state categorically that traditional institutions, sacred symbols, and royal tools are not for sale. They are divine inheritances, deeply rooted in the gods and ancestral spirits of the land, and must never be subjected to financial manipulation or external influence. Any attempt to commercialize the sacred Seimbiri stool is a direct affront to our ancestral values, cultural ethics, and collective identity as a people. The Seimbiri Clan remains one of the most ancient, revered, and structured traditional institutions in Western Ijaw history. Its kingship process is guided ...

By EgbemaVoice, The Ijaw Publishers’ Forum (IPF) has come out strongly in defence of Tantita Security Services Limited, insisting that the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to the company is not a “common wealth” and should not be misrepresented as such by critics. In a statement signed by its National President, Comrade Ozobo Austin, and Spokesman, Comrade Ezekiel Kagbala, the forum said the Niger Delta should be expressing gratitude to Tantita and its leadership for restoring sanity to crude oil production and protecting national assets in the region. IPF stressed that while the 13 per cent derivation fund rightly qualifies as common wealth meant for oil-producing communities, the surveillance contract given to Tantita is a professional engagement based on capacity and performance, just like similar contracts handled by different individuals in the region in the past. "The 13 percent derivation is meant for the entire Niger Delta region especially the oil produc...

Viewers Discretion😭😡⁉️ THE NATION IS BL€€DING Kwara Under Siege as Terrorists Wipe Out Royal Household, Clerics, Teachers, Children Kaiama, Kwara State — Tuesday Night into Wednesday Morning Nigeria sank deeper into grief and disbelief as Woro, a once-quiet community in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, was turned into a killing field by suspected Sahel-linked terrorists in a carefully coordinated massacre that unfolded over two days. What began as nightfall terror ended as a prolonged slaughter. By the time the gunfire faded, dozens lay dead — among them two wives of the Emir of Woro, several of his children, the Chief Imam of the community, a school principal, a headmistress, and schoolchildren who had just returned home. Entire families were erased. Authority figures were deliberately silenced. Innocence was hunted down. The Emir himself, Alhaji Saliu Bio Umar, has vanished. His whereabouts remain unknown, raising chilling fears that he may have been abducted or execute...

  By EgbemaVoice Abuja The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has extended warm congratulations to the Chief (Engr.) Matthew Tonlagha, Chief Executive Officer of Maton Engineering Nigeria Limited, on his 50th birthday celebration and public presentation of his book scheduled for February 8, 2026. In a letter signed by PANDEF National Chairman, Amb. (Dr.) Godknows BolaDei Igali, the forum praised God for Tonlagha’s good health and soundness of mind, attributing his achievements to God’s love, grace, and faithfulness. PANDEF prayed for continued blessings, increase, and success for Tonlagha, citing Philippians 1:6, “Being Confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.” The statement reads, “I acknowledge receipt of the invitation extended to me and the National Executives of Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), and convey our warm felicitations on the auspicious occasion of your 50th birthday celebration and P...

EDITORIAL: Why Chief James Nengi Is the Only Sensible Choice for INC 2026 By Mingo Friday Sayami Ogumaka Niger Delta Youth Leader By EgbemaVoice, As the Ijaw National Congress (INC) moves steadily toward its 2026 leadership transition, the responsibility before delegates, elders, and stakeholders is profound. This is not a season for experiments, sentiments, or sectional calculations. It is a moment that demands tested leadership, deep institutional knowledge, and unwavering commitment to the Ijaw cause. In this context, one name stands tall and unambiguous  Chief James Nengi. Chief James Nengi is currently the Second Vice President (Vice President II) of the Ijaw National Congress, a position that places him at the heart of INC’s decision-making architecture. His present role is not ceremonial; it is strategic. It has afforded him firsthand experience in managing the affairs, challenges, and expectations of the apex Ijaw organization. Leadership succession, if it must ...

24th Annual Remembrance of Late St. Baba Alakoso (Boan) Holds February 15 By EgbemaVoice  The family, church, and well-wishers of Late St. Baba Alakoso (Boan) His Eminence Paul Baratei Ebiwei is set to commemorate his 24th Annual Remembrance in honour of his life, legacy, and spiritual impact. The remembrance ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 15th February 2026, at Wobomin Zion, Uyabebekorigha-gbene, Warri North local Government Area of Delta state,  The event is expected to draw family members, church leaders, friends, and admirers across Ajakurama, Opuama and Jamagie Egbema kingdom Ovia south west and Warri North local Government Areas Edo and Delta states who will gather in thanksgiving, prayers, and reflection on the enduring virtues and contributions of the late patriarch to the Christian faith and the community at large. All are invited to attend and join in celebrating a life that continues to inspire generations

RE: A BLUNT RESPONSE TO THE ITSEKIRI HISTORICAL FRONT'S DECEITFUL OPEN LETTER ON THE OLU OF WARRI ‎ ‎An Open Letter to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, the National Security Adviser, INEC, the Federal Government of Nigeria, and the International Community ‎ ‎By the Undisguised, Unshaken and Unapologetic Indigenous Peoples of Warri ‎ ‎Your Excellency, ‎ ‎We write with utmost clarity, unapologetic resolve and historic authority in response to the brazen and dishonest open letter dated 2rd July 2025, authored by the so-called Itsekiri Historical Front (IHF), in reaction to the widely-circulated publication titled “The Misleading Title ‘Olu of Warri’ and Its Impact” by the Concerned Citizens of Warri and Environs. ‎ ‎Let the truth ring loud and clear, the Olu of Warri does not speak for Warri, and never has. He speaks for the Itsekiri people only, a minority ethnic group in a multi-ethnic region built by the labor, blood and ancestral legacy of the Ijaws, the Urhobos, ...

RE-NPF AND OTHER PFAs PROPOSAL OF 80% LAST SALARY AS PENSION FOR RETIRED POLICE OFFICERS: A PRELUDE TO STOP PRESIDENT ASSENT TO THE NPF EXIT BILS: This is the Correct position on the current events towards aborting our Exit from the CPS. If anyone do not know what is happening against our bill, he should desist from castigating those who are following up and doing their bits towards our winning the war. You can win battles but loose the War at last. This is what has been happening to us previously. This time we must not relent, limit or restrict ourselves. Those who are trying to take glory for a war not yet won are deceiving themselves and misleading others, pls. NPF Pensions and others are conducting Pre-retirement lectures for intending retirees and deceiving them to reject the exit from CPS, promising to secure the payment of 80% of their last Salary as Pension. They induce these unsuspecting Officers to accept their evil proposals in place of exit. They take pictures and induc...

By EgbemaVoice, Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has called on the police to speed up investigation into the recent death of a 24-year-old, Patrick Peresuodei. The late Peresuodei, an indigene of Amassoma community in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of the state, reportedly engaged in an online dispute with one Mr. Bodmas Kemepadei, which led to his being assaulted and subsequent death, sparking wide condemnation.  Speaking during the 181st state executive council meeting in Government House, Yenagoa, on Wednesday, Governor Diri said the state government got involved in the matter immediately it happened, stressing that any case of murder was between the state and the culprit.  He said after receiving briefings from relevant officials, he directed the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice to take over the matter on behalf of the state and ensure that justice was served.  While condemning the murder of the youth, the Bayelsa governor implored the ...

Mathew Tonlagha By Chukwuma Umeorah Maton Engineering Nigeria Limited chairman, Mr. Mathew Tonlagha, is set to publicly present a new book as part of activities marking his 50th birthday, with events scheduled to hold in Warri and Abuja in February 2026. Organisers said the programme will begin with a birthday praise day on February 2, 2026, in Warri, Delta State, before moving to Abuja on February 8, 2026, for the official public presentation of the book and a reception. According to a statement issued by the organisers, the praise event is planned as a thanksgiving gathering to mark what was described as a significant personal milestone. They noted that the Warri event will feature sessions of praise and thanksgiving led by gospel artistes from different parts of the country. They said the gathering is intended to provide a setting for reflection on Tonlagha’s life and career over the past five decades. “The celebration goes beyond a birthday ceremony,” the statement said, adding tha...

EGBEMAVOICE NEWS HAPPY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION High Chief Kestin Ebimobowei Pondi Managing Director, Tantita Security Services Nigeria, EgbemaVoice News joins the people of the Niger Delta to celebrate a foremost regional leader, patriot, and security icon, High Chief Kestin Ebimobowei Pondi, as he marks his birthday on 4th February. Widely regarded as a shining light of the Niger Delta, High Chief Pondi has distinguished himself through visionary leadership, unwavering commitment to peace and security, and an uncommon passion for the development of the region. His influence continues to inspire unity, hope, and progress across communities. Speaking on behalf of EgbemaVoice News, the General Manager, Comrade Gandi Wisdom Tanimawo, described High Chief Pondi as a detribalised Nigerian, an open-handed humanitarian, a man with a heart of gold, humble, God-fearing, and deeply committed to building hope and shaping a better future for the Niger D...

Edwin Smart Temile Congratulates King of Zion Independence Obegha on Ordination, By EgbemaVoice  The president Ibe seikumor firi kori about of Ajakurama clan Mr. Edwin Smart Temile has extended warm congratulations to the King of Zion Independence, Obegha, following his successful ordination ceremony, describing the event as a significant spiritual milestone for the church and the wider community. In his congratulatory message, Mr. Temile noted that the ordination of King of Zion Independence Obegha is a clear testament to divine calling, preparation, and faithfulness to the work of God. He described the newly ordained King as a chosen and anointed servant of God, whose ministry is poised to impact lives positively. According to Mr. Temile, the journey to ordination reflects years of dedication, humility, and commitment to spreading the gospel and uplifting humanity. He expressed confidence that the ordination would further strengthen the spiritual foundation of the ch...

By EgbemaVoice, The Burial Media and Publicity Committee of the late Distinguished Senator and legal luminary, Senator Barrister Peter Onyelukachukwu Nwaoboshi, has officially announced the programme of events for his final rites. This announcement follows a meeting of the committee held on Monday, 2nd February 2026, at the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency (DSCTDA) Conference Room, Asaba, Delta State. According to the released schedule, burial activities will span over two weeks and will commence on Thursday, 12th February 2026, with a Valedictory Session at the Senate Red Chambers of the National Assembly, Abuja, where serving and former lawmakers will pay glowing tributes to the late senator. On the same day, a Virgin Mass will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, Abuja. A Night of Tribute has been scheduled for Tuesday, 24th February 2026, at the Dome Event Centre, GRA, Asaba. The event will bring together dignitaries, political associates, f...

Oborevwori Hails Tonlagha At 50, Says His Life Exemplifies Service, Resilience, Gratitude By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Monday lauded the Chairman of Maton Engineering Limited, Mr. Matthew Tonlagha, for his life of service, resilience and generosity, describing the large turnout at his 50th birth anniversary celebration as a testament to a life that has positively impacted humanity. Speaking at the thanksgiving ceremony held in Warri, Governor Oborevwori said the testimonies shared at the event were lessons worthy of emulation, noting that the gathering reflected the many lives Tonlagha had touched over the years. “I am particularly happy for you because I know your story,. For ten good years, you could not walk. That is not a small period. But God sustained you, and He is still sustaining you. God will continue to reward your service to humanity,” he said.  The governor observed that the celebrant...

By EgbemaVoice, Former Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Lucky Irabor, will speak on the topic "Insecurity: Bane of Nigeria's Unity and Progress" at this year's edition of the Maris Annual Public Service Lecture. The Secretary of the Maris Trust Council (MTC), organisers of the annual lecture series, Comrade Fidelis Egugbo, made the disclosure in a statement issued in Asaba on Tuesday. According to him, positive reactions have trailed the announcement of Gen. Irabor as the keynote speaker.  He noted that, given the response, it is evident the public will likely have the opportunity to interact with key players from Nigeria’s theatre of war during the lecture. Egugbo said, "Insecurity is a topic that is often discussed in hushed tones, despite the fact that it is everyone’s responsibility. "As such, the Maris Trust Council (MTC) is pleased that the keynote speaker for this year's Maris Annual Public Service Lecture, Gen. Lucky Irabor, will speak on...

By EgbemaVoice, The Nigeria Police Force has promoted its Badagry-born Force Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police Benjamin Hundeyin, to the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police. The promotion was approved following the recommendation of the Inspector General of Police, Mr Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, in recognition of Hundeyin’s professionalism, integrity and outstanding performance in police communication and public engagement. Hundeyin was appointed Force Public Relations Officer in 2025 as a Chief Superintendent of Police, taking over from Deputy Commissioner of Police Olumuyiwa Adejobi. Since assuming office, he has been at the forefront of efforts to reshape the public image of the Nigeria Police Force, driving initiatives aimed at rebuilding public trust, strengthening accountability and modernising police communication, particularly through digital platforms. A seasoned police administrator and communicator, Hundeyin holds a Bachelor’s degree in E...

By EgbemaVoice, The Ijaw Publishers Forum (IPF) has joined family members, friends, associates, and well-wishers to celebrate High Chief (Engr.) Kestin Ebimorbowei Pondi, Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, on the occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory statement signed by the National President of the Forum, Comrade Ozobo Austin, on Tuesday in Warri, and made available to newsmen, the IPF described Engr. Pondi as a “man of the people” whose exemplary leadership style, humility, and unwavering commitment to service have earned him widespread respect across the Niger Delta and Nigeria as a whole. According to the Forum, High Chief Pondi is widely admired for his kindness, generosity, and strong passion for Niger Delta development and preservation of the nation's oil wealth.  The statement adds that Kestin Pondi has consistently deployed his influence and resources toward promoting peace, empowering youths, and supporting gras...

By EgbemaVoice,  The Youth Leader, ENGR. Maya Tamaraugagbemi Wisdom, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the King of Zion Independence, Obegha, on the occasion of his successful ordination ceremony held at his church auditorium,  Ajakurama Town. Ovia south west local Government Area of Edo state, In his congratulatory message, Engr. Maya described King Obegha as a God-sent and anointed man of God, whose calling and ordination mark a significant spiritual milestone not only for the ministry but also for the people of Zion mission of Ajakurama and the wider Egbema Kingdom. According to him, the emergence of King Obegha into ordained ministry is a clear manifestation of divine purpose, noting that his leadership, humility, and commitment to the work of God have prepared him for greater responsibility in advancing the gospel. Engr. Maya further prayed for God’s continued grace, wisdom, and strength upon the newly ordained King of Zion Independence...

By EgbemaVoice, The Ijaw Publishers Forum (IPF) has joined well-wishers across Delta State and the Niger Delta region to celebrate the Executive Chairman of Warri South-West Local Government Council, Hon. Sylvester Oromoni, on the occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory statement issued on Sunday and signed by the President of the Ijaw Publishers Forum, Comrade Ozobo Austin, the forum described Hon. Oromoni is a quintessential personality and exemplary grassroots leader whose administration has continued to record notable progress in governance and community development. According to the statement, the IPF commended the Warri South-West Council boss for his leadership style, which it said has strengthened local governance, promoted peace, and enhanced service delivery across communities within the local government area. “Today marks a special day in the life of a leader whose impact has been deeply felt in the lives of the Ijaw people and the Niger Delta at large. Hon...

Seimbiri Kingdom: Edegbene Ruling House Favoured to Produce Next Monarch as Stakeholders Commend Traditional Council’s Strict Adherence to Gazette, By EgbemaVoice Bomadi, Delta State — The Seimbiri Kingdom in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State is approaching a defining moment in its traditional leadership succession following the passing of its revered monarch. With the throne now vacant, attention has shifted to the kingdom’s gazetted rotational kingship structure, which places the Edegbene ruling house next in line to produce the new king. Stakeholders across the kingdom have commended the Head of the Seimbiri Traditional Council, High Chief M. T. Douglas, PhD, for his principled leadership and strict adherence to the gazette and established Ijaw customs. Members of the Edegbene ruling house have expressed confidence in the Seimbiri Traditional Council of Chiefs, applauding its unity, transparency, and unwavering commitment to ...