By EgbemaVoice  Muslim pilgrims from Delta State currently participating in the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia have offered special prayers for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, as part of activities marking the Day of Arafat. The prayers were held during the observance of Arafat Day, regarded as one of the holiest days in Islam and the spiritual peak of the Hajj pilgrimage at Mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia. Leading the Delta contingent shortly after the prayer session, Chairman of the Delta State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, Alhaji Auwalu Tukur, congratulated President Tinubu and Governor Oborevwori on their victories in the recently concluded All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries. Tukur urged Nigerians to intensify support for President Tinubu's administration, particularly in efforts aimed at combating insecurity across the country.  He also warned individuals promoting religious extremism to desist, stressin...

By EgbemaVoice  Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori on Tuesday returned thanks to God following what he described as a peaceful and successful primary election process. Speaking during a morning devotion service at the Government House Chapel in Asaba, the governor expressed gratitude to God for the unity, stability and support for his administration. He said he had come to appreciate God for His faithfulness and the peaceful atmosphere that characterized the APC primaries in the state. Oborevwori said thanksgiving had remained a consistent practice for him after every victory, stressing that gratitude to God was necessary regardless of circumstances. Oborevwori said; “first, I want to thank God today for keeping us to this day. Thank God for all that He has done for us and for the show of love that Deltans have shown to this administration". The governor quoted Psalm 100 verse 4, noting that believers should enter God's presence with thanksgiving and...

By EgbemaVoice, The Emevor Community in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State has congratulated its illustrious son, Dr. Jonathan Oniovosa Ososuakpor, on his appointment as a Non-Executive Director of Fidelity Bank Plc. President-General of Emevor Progress Union, Chief Emmanuel Erezih, in a statement issued on Tuesday, described Ososuakpor’s appointment as well deserved, citing his outstanding contributions to the banking industry spanning over four decades. Erezih, who also serves as Executive Assistant to the Governor of Delta State on Beautification, said the appointment was a testament to Ososuakpor’s dedication, professionalism and commitment to excellence in the financial services sector. According to him, Ososuakpor’s rise through the ranks of the banking industry and eventual emergence as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of AMJU Unique Microfinance Bank Limited underscored his competence and leadership capacity. He noted that the Emevor commu...

By EgbemaVoice, A renowned environmental rights activist and development advocate, Comrade Mulade Sheriff, PhD has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, Executive Governor of Delta State and other relevant stakeholders to come to the aid of Obuguru Community in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State. According to the environmentalist it has become very imperative given the terrible erosion situation being experienced by Obuguru Community in the oil-rich Ogulagha Kingdom. "I am deeply disturbed by the worsening coastal erosion currently threatening the existence of the oil bearing host community, Obuguru in Ogulagha Kingdom, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, as a result of the devastating Atlantic Ocean surge at the River Forcados Estuary", he narrated. "As an environmental rights advocate, the National Coordinator of the Center for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), who double as National Treasurer of th...

Asigborodor and Awanba wards creation: comr. Wisdom Maya  Salutes Ajakurama Leaders, Tompolo, Others, By EgbemaVoice, The creation of Asigborodor and Awanba Wards following the fresh delineation exercise ordered by the Supreme Court for the Warri Federal Constituency has continued to attract commendations from stakeholders across the Niger Delta. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), in compliance with the Supreme Court judgment mandating a fresh delineation of the three Warri Local Government Areas, has officially recognized the creation of two new wards for Ajakurama communities in Delta State—Asigborodor Ward and Awanba Ward. The exercise also resulted in the creation of additional representation, including a House of Assembly seat for Warri North and Warri South-West, as well as an additional Federal Constituency seat. Reacting to the development, youth leader Comrade Wisdom Maya expressed profound appreciation to all individuals and grou...

By EgbemaVoice, The Ondo People’s Accountability Front, led by its President, Comr. Utanghan Education, has raised fresh concerns over what it describes as a widening disconnect between the mandate of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC) and its current project focus under the leadership of its Chairman, Prince Biyi Poroye, despite an estimated annual budget of ₦33.81 billion, averaging about ₦2.8 billion monthly. The group alleged that instead of concentrating on critical intervention responsibilities, OSOPADEC appears to be giving increasing attention to real estate-related initiatives, including the Coastville Estate project, raising questions about the Commission’s developmental priorities. OSOPADEC was established to address environmental degradation, infrastructure deficits, and socio-economic challenges in oil-producing communities across Ilaje and Ese-Odo Local Government Areas. Its core mandate includes shoreline protection, provisio...

ARCHBISHOP GODWYNS SOROAYE STORM EGBEMA KINGDOM WITH ARRAY OF TOP MINISTERS FOR EPISCOPAL VISITATION AND PRAYERS By EgbemaVoice, The Egbema Kingdom witnessed a remarkable spiritual gathering as Archbishop Dr. Godwyns Soroaye, FHNR, JP, accompanied by an array of distinguished Archbishops, Bishops, and senior Ministers of God, stormed the kingdom for a special Episcopal Visitation and Prayer Session. Archbishop DR EFE JOSHUA, ARCHBISHOP ELIJAH LIKIBE, BISHOP GODSTIME MIRO, BISHOP DENNIS OHRE , BISHOP ISAAC EKWOKWO, BISHOP -ELECT CLARA BENJAMIN,REV DR OREVA, PASTOR JOSIAH AJAYI AMONG OTHERS ACCOMPANIED DR GODWYNS SOROAYE ON THE VISIT  The highly anticipated visitation was organized to offer fervent prayers for peace, unity, progress, and divine blessings upon the Egbema Kingdom and its people. The event brought together believers, prayer warriors, and residents from neighboring communities in a powerful atmosphere of worship, intercession, and spiritual renewal at Ogbinbi...

Episcopal Visitation and Prayers for Egbema Kingdom Archbishop Dr. Godwyns Soroaye, FHNR, JP, to Lead Spiritual Gathering in Egbema Kingdom By EgbemaVoice, Archbishop Dr. Godwyns Soroaye, FHNR, JP, alongside other distinguished Archbishops, Bishops, and Senior Ministers of God, will storm Egbema Kingdom for a special Episcopal Visitation and Prayer Session dedicated to the peace, progress, and divine upliftment of the kingdom. This spiritual gathering is aimed at seeking God’s blessings, guidance, and protection over Egbema Kingdom and its people. All lovers of God, prayer warriors, and members of neighboring communities are hereby invited to attend this divine encounter. Date: Saturday, May 2026 Time: 10:00 AM Prompt Venue: Ogbinbiri Main Town, Egbema Kingdom, Residents are encouraged to inform their various communities and come in large numbers to partake in this special moment of worship and intercession. Come and be blessed. Signed: Rev. Osaro Ma...

By EgbemaVoice, The Nigerian Youth Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP), a transformative initiative designed to equip young Nigerian graduates with practical workplace experience and employability skills, has continued to encourage qualified youths across the country to apply as applications remain open. The programme, funded by the European Union and implemented in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme, is aimed at bridging the gap between education and employment by providing young graduates with hands-on workplace exposure, professional mentorship, and career development opportunities. According to the Delta State Chief Job Creation Officer, Comrade Ifeanyi Egwunyenga, successful applicants will be posted to reputable public and private organizations across Nigeria where they will gain relevant work experience while receiving monthly stipends of up to ₦150,000. The initiative offers participants practical workplace experience, exposure to professional wo...

PRESS RELEASE Egbema New Political Wave (ENPW) Congratulates APC Flag Bearers Nationwide, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor, and Others on Successful Primary Elections The leadership of Egbema New Political Wave (ENPW), a grassroots political movement committed to mobilizing and encouraging active political participation of the people of Egbema Kingdom in the democratic process from councillorship positions to the presidency warmly congratulates all candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC) who emerged victorious in the recently concluded party primaries across the country. In a statement issued by the Leader of the group, Comrade City Eferusuoa, the organisation described the successful conduct and outcome of the primaries as a clear reflection of the confidence reposed in the elected candidates by party leaders, stakeholders, and loyal party faithful. According to the statement, t...

PRESS RELEASE GSMT CONGRATULATES APC CANDIDATES ON LANDSLIDE VICTORY IN DELTA STATE AND NATIONWIDE PRIMARIES, *The Leadership of the Governor Sheriff Movement Train (GSMT), extends heartfelt congratulations to all candidates and flag bearers of the All Progressives Congress, (APC), on their resounding landslide victory at the just concluded Primary Elections in Delta State and across the country.* *This outcome reflects the confidence reposed in these noble men and women by party leaders, stakeholders, and party faithful. Their proven records of service, excellent qualities, and developmental strides have earned them the unfettered mandate to represent our people at the next level.* *Delta State APC Flag Bearers: House of Assembly: GSMT congratulates all APC candidates elected to fly the party’s flag in the house of Assembly in Delta State including:* 1. Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Guwor won Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State 2. Hon Nelson Oghenedoro Owusu won Ethiope West St...

By EgbemaVoice, Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended warm congratulations to former Chief Judge of Delta State, Justice Marshal Umukoro, on the occasion of his 70th birth anniversary. Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, described Justice Umukoro as a distinguished jurist who served Delta State with integrity, diligence, and exceptional commitment, noting that his contributions to the growth and development of the judiciary remain enduring. The Governor recalled that Justice Umukoro’s remarkable career in the judicial service culminated in his appointment as Chief Judge of Delta State in 2015, a position he held until his retirement in 2021. Oborevwori commended the former Chief Judge for his accomplishments during his tenure, particularly his role in advancing the state judiciary, including the achievement of full judicial autonomy under his leadership. He praised Justice Umukoro for his unwavering dedic...

PUBLIC NOTICE: FILMING POLICE OFFICERS AND CITIZENS WITHOUT CONSENT IN NIGERIA — KNOW THE LAW AND FOLLOW DUE PROCESS____  by EgbemaVoice, The attention of the general public is hereby drawn to the increasing trend of secretly filming individuals, including police officers, and posting such videos on social media and other internet platforms without proper understanding of the legal implications under Nigerian law. While recent court judgments have affirmed the rights of citizens to record police officers while they are carrying out official duties in public spaces, such judgments must be properly understood and interpreted within the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) and other applicable laws. It is important to state clearly that the law does not give any citizen unrestricted power to record or publish videos of individuals including police officers without consent, especially in private or personal settings such as restaurants, b...

By EgbemaVoice  The Delta State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Izeze Rume Yakubu Reuben, has hosted members of Ughelli South Ward 9 (Jeremi II) in appreciation of their loyalty, commitment and support for Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC), following the successful conduct of the party’s primary elections. The gathering, held on Saturday in Oginibo Town, Ughelli South Local Government Area, was organised by the commissioner as a show of gratitude to party supporters and grassroots mobilisers who participated actively during the week-long political activities. The event, which featured food, drinks and entertainment, attracted party faithful and residents of the ward in what turned into a celebration of the party’s victories in the presidential and governorship primaries. Speaking through a post shared on his Facebook page titled “The Village Men Movemen...

Tinubu Polls 277,192 Votes In APC Presidential Primaries in Bayelsa ....A Restructured Nigeria Possible, Says Gov Diri. By EgbemaVoice, President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday, polled 277,192 votes in the direct primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the 105 wards in the eight local government areas of the state. Governor Douye Diri, who served as the state’s Coordinator/Collation Officer for the presidential primary, declared the results at the collation centre at the Chief DSP Alamieyeseigha Memorial Banquet Hall, Yenagoa. His Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Daniel Alabrah, quoted Governor Diri as saying that the peaceful conduct of the exercise across the state, from the presidential to the National Assembly and the House of Assembly primaries, showed a shift from the party’s “toxic” primaries previously in the state. He stressed that no single individual could win an election without collective support, urging members to close ranks ahead of the 2027 general elec...

By EgbemaVoice, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Primary Election in Delta State, polling 407,646 votes in the exercise conducted across all the wards in the 25 local government areas of the state. The result was announced on Saturday in Asaba by Delta State Governor and State Coordinator and Returning Officer of the APC Presidential Primary Election, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, following the collation of results from across the state. Governor Oborevwori disclosed that the APC recorded a total membership strength of 467,815 registered members in Delta State, while 407,646 members were accredited and participated in the primary election. According to the governor, President Tinubu got 407,646 votes to overwhelmingly defeat his only challenger, Mr Stanley Osifo, who polled zero votes. Declaring the outcome of the election, Oborevwori said: “By the powers conferred on me as the State Coordinato...

By EgbemaVoice  The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Oredo Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives, Dr. Paddy Iyamu, has paid a courtesy visit to High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo. Dr. Iyamu, who recently emerged as the APC flag bearer for the constituency, visited the Niger Delta leader as part of his ongoing consultations and engagement with key stakeholders ahead of the forthcoming elections. During the visit, Tompolo congratulated Dr. Iyamu on his emergence as the APC candidate and wished him well in his political journey. The meeting provided an opportunity for interaction and discussions as the APC candidate continues his political outreach. Tompolo remains a respected and influential voice in the Niger Delta and national affairs. #gbaramatuvoice #EdoState #Nigeria #APC @hon_paddyiyamu

Warri Ijaws Back INEC Delineation Report, Accuse Remi Tinubu of Interference .....Call for Additional Electoral Wards and State Constituency** By EgbemaVoice, The Ijaw people of Warri South Local Government Area have endorsed the final report of the Supreme Court-ordered delineation of the Warri Federal Constituency by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), describing the exercise as a fair reflection of realities on the ground and a significant step towards correcting decades of political marginalisation. Speaking during a press briefing held in Ogbe-Ijoh, Warri, the group said the report released by INEC on May 20, 2026, largely captured the demographic and electoral realities of the area and deserved commendation. The briefing, signed by Ijaw leaders including Hon. Denbo-Denbofa Oweikpodor, Chief M. Keme and Comrade Moses Fiyebor, was convened to present the Ijaw position on the delineation exercise and address what they described as misleading...

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE APC PRIMARIES DEMONSTRATE INTERNAL DEMOCRACY, DEEPEN GRASSROOT POLITICS, SAYS PRESIDENT TINUBU  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday described the conduct of the 2026 All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries nationwide as a strong demonstration of internal democracy within the ruling party. President Tinubu stated this after he participated in the APC Presidential Primaries at Ikoyi-Obalende Ward L2 in Lagos, noting that the exercise has further deepened the democratic process. The President, who arrived at the venue alongside his wife, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, was received by the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Lagos APC Chairman, Pastor Conerlius Ojelabi, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, and former Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, among other party leaders. The President commended party members for their orderly conduct, enthusiasm, and commitment to democratic values. "This is a demonstration of internal democracy,...