OPENING ADDRESS PRESENTED  BY  MR. EDMUND EYEKOMIEGHAN DOYAH-TIEMO CHAIRMAN, EGBEMA LEADERS OF THOUGHT (ELOT) AT THE EGBEMA KINGDOM LEADERSHIP MEETING Venue: Park Royale Hotel, Airport Road, Warri Date: Friday, 23 October 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. OPENING REMARKS The Chairman, Egbema Regency Council, Chief Andrew Gorroh. The Chairman, Council of Chiefs, Chief David Bubor. Our highly respected Chiefs and Elders;  Community Leaders and Youth Leaders; Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen. I am pleased to welcome you all to this historic meeting of the leaders of Egbema Kingdom. Let me begin by sincerely appreciating each and every one of you for making the time to attend this important gathering. Your presence here today, despite the challenges facing our Kingdom, demonstrates your commitment to the leadership, unity, peace, and development of Egbema Kingdom. In particular, I wish to acknowledge the efforts, sacrifices, and commitment of everyone who has worked tirelessly to make ...

By EgbemaVoice  Below is a complete list of the states that have approved and the one being awaited: 24 states that have approved bill 1. Adamawa State 2. Delta State 3. Edo State 4. Kwara State 5. Nasarawa State 6. Ogun State 7. Osun State 8. Oyo State 9. Plateau State 10. Rivers State 11. Taraba State 12. Zamfara State 13. Enugu 14. Anambra 15. Imo 16. Ekiti 17. Kebbi 18. Akwa Ibom 19. Bayelsa 20. Benue 21. Cross River 22. Abia 23. Yobe 24. Kaduna States being awaited 1. Lagos 2. Ondo 3. Ebonyi 4. Kogi 5. Niger 6. Borno 7. Gombe 8. Bauchi 9. Jigawa 10. Katsina 11. Kano 12. Sokoto

2027 Election: NRM House of Assembly Candidate, Dr. Agbedeyi, Defects to APC as Party Renews Hope in Ovia South-West, By EgbemaVoice, Edo state ____ Dr. Odimientimi Agbedeyi, the National Rescue Movement (NRM) candidate for the Edo State House of Assembly seat representing Ovia South-West Constituency, has reportedly joined the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) following a closed-door meeting with senior political leaders in Edo State. The meeting reportedly involved Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa; Hon. Sunday Aghedo, the member representing Ovia South-West Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly; the Ofunama Ward chairman; and other party leaders. Also associated with the political discussions were High Chief Powei Baimene, Hon. Karemi Ekankumor, councillor representing Ofunama Ward, and Hon. Ben Bowei, immediate past Vice Chairman of Ovia South-West Local Government Area. However, the complete list of attendees and their respective roles a...

Uduaghan: Delta Declares Three Days of Mourning, Orders Flags at Half-Mast By EgbemaVoice, The Delta State Government has declared three days of mourning in honour of former Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, who died in the early hours of Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71. The mourning period takes effect from Monday, October 19, following the death of the former governor, who would have turned 72 in three days. As part of the measures to honour the late former governor, the incumbent governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has directed that all flags on public buildings across the state be flown at half-mast throughout the three-day mourning period. The directive was contained in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu. The declaration is a mark of respect for Uduaghan, who governed Delta State from 2007 to 2015.

COMRADE MULADE MOURN TRANSITION OF A STATESMAN: TRIBUTE TO HIS EXCELLENCY, DR. EMMANUEL EWETA UDUAGHAN, CON (1954 - 2026),  COMRADE MULADE SHERIFF PhD, National Democratic Party NDP Candidate and Coordinator, CENTER FOR PEACE AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE (CEPEJ) It is with profound shock and a heavy heart that I, on behalf of the Board of Trustees, Management, Staff and Volunteers of the Center for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), and on behalf of the peace-loving people of Warri Federal Constituency, the Niger Delta, received the sad news of the passing of our leader, father and elder statesman, *His Excellency, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON*, former Governor of Delta State, who transited to glory in the early hours of *Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71*, just three days to his 72nd birthday. This is not just the death of a former Governor. It is the fall of an Iroko, the exit of a political colossus, and a monumental loss to Delta State, the Itsekiri ...

Hon. Captain Smart Yomi Asekutu Mourns Late Former Delta Governor Uduaghan, Describes His Death as a Great Loss ...Extends Condolences to the Uduaghan Family, Itsekiri Nation and People of Delta State By EgbemaVoice  Former Chairman of Warri North Local Government Area, Hon. Captain Smart Yomi Asekutu, has expressed profound sadness over the death of former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON. Hon. Asekutu described the passing of the former governor as a painful loss to Delta State, noting that his years of service and contributions to the governance and development of the state would remain significant in its political history. In his condolence message, the former council chairman extended his heartfelt sympathies to the late governor's wife, Roli, his children, the entire Uduaghan family, the Itsekiri nation, and the people of Delta State over the unfortunate development. He acknowledged Uduaghan's years of public service, particularly his ...

DESOPADEC Commissioner, Hon. Spencer Okpoye, Mourns Late Former Delta Governor Uduaghan ...Describes His Death as a Great Loss to Delta State By EgbemaVoice  Hon. Spencer Okpoye, Commissioner representing the Ijaw ethnic nationality on the Board of the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC), has expressed profound sadness over the death of former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON. Hon. Okpoye described the passing of the former governor as a painful loss to Delta State, noting that his years of service and contributions to the development of the state would remain part of its history. In his condolence message, the DESOPADEC commissioner extended his heartfelt sympathies to the deceased's wife, Roli, his children, the Uduaghan family, the Itsekiri nation, and the entire people of Delta State over the sad development. He acknowledged the late governor's role in the administration of Delta State and his years of serv...

Bolowei of Egbema Kingdom Mourns Uduaghan, Describes Him as a Decentralised Leader of Delta State By EgbemaVoice, The Bolowei of Egbema Kingdom, Hon. Emmanuel Omoko, popularly known as Alhaji, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, describing him as a decentralised leader whose contributions to the development of the state would remain memorable. Uduaghan reportedly died on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71, according to a statement attributed to his family. In a condolence message, Hon. Omoko extended his heartfelt sympathies to the late governor’s wife, Roli, his children, the entire Uduaghan family, the Itsekiri nation, Warri North and the people of Delta State over the painful loss. The Bolowei of Egbema Kingdom described the former governor as a leader who looked beyond ethnic differences and worked towards the overall development of Delta State. He noted that Uduaghan’s leadership and public ...

By EgbemaVoice, Our attention has been drawn to the sponsored campaigns of calumny and cheap blackmail against the administrator of the presidential amnesty programme Dr. Dennis Brutu Otuaro by attention seekers, blackmailers and political hustlers who do not mean well for the Niger Delta. We wish to state categorically that these elements are driven by envy, greed and selfish interest to pull him down. Some are envious of the far-reaching reforms and integrity Otuaro has brought to the Amnesty Programme, while others are paid agents hired to destabilize the programme for their selfish gains. It is public knowledge that since his appointment, Dr. Otuaro has sanitized the system, blocked leakages, restored accountability and refocused the programme to its original mandate of reintegrating, empowering and uplifting ex-agitators and the Niger Delta youths. Those fighting him are those who can no longer feed fat on the old corrupt system. They have resorted to blackmail and med...

By EgbemaVoice, The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has expressed profound sorrow over the death of its respected leader and elder statesman, Chief (Amb.) Patrick Dele Cole, who passed away in London on October 17, 2026, after a brief illness, weeks after celebrating his 86th birthday. Chief Cole was a distinguished educationist, journalist, diplomat, civil servant and politician who made significant contributions to Nigeria’s national development and the socio-political advancement of the Niger Delta. In a statement signed by its National Chairman, Ambassador Dr. Godknows Boladei Igali, OON, PANDEF extended condolences to his son, Rt. Hon. Tonye Cole, the Cole family, the people of Abonnema, the Ijaw nation, Rivers State and Nigeria at large. As a mark of respect, PANDEF has declared a seven-day mourning period beginning October 18, 2026, directing all its chapters in Nigeria and the diaspora to suspend official social activities and display his image across their media pla...

2027: ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! EGBEMA KINGDOM DESERVES BETTER — VOTE OUT UNPRODUCTIVE REPRESENTATIVES • Egbema Youths Must Rise Against Political Neglect, Demand Accountability and Embrace Inclusive Representation • No More Politics Without Tangible Development: Egbema Must Reposition for 2027 As the 2027 general elections approach, the people of Egbema Kingdom in Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State must begin to critically examine the performance of their elected representatives and make informed decisions about their political future.  For too long, many Egbema communities have continued to express concerns over inadequate infrastructure, poor road networks, electricity challenges, youth unemployment, limited empowerment opportunities and what they perceive as insufficient political inclusion in the distribution of government projects and development initiatives. The time has come for the people to demand measurable results, transparent representation and a poli...

IJAW UNITY FORUM (IUF) CONGRATULATES CHIEF PROMISE LAWURU ON PRESIDENTIAL COMPAIGN COUNCIL APPOINTMENT, EXPRESS CONFIDENCE ON HIS MOBILIZATION CAPACITY.  By EgbemaVoice, Ijaw unity forum (IUF) a social political organisation in Warri has joined millions out there to congratulates a philanthropist and chieftain of the ruling party High Chief Promise Lawuru as Member of the Youth Mobilization Directorate South South, All Progressive Congress (APC) Presidential Compaign Council. The Group ably lead by Gen Iyen Baidi stated that this appointment is a testament of the goodwill and progressive mindset of chief Promise Lawuru as one who shows concern for the wellbeing and progress of his Party and voters within and outside his immediate environment.  "We are certain that better appointment is on the way looking at his social economic and political antecedents ,especially touching the lives of people around him". The Leadership also thank President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR...

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President Tinubu Inaugurates 2027 APC Campaign Council, Vows to Renew Covenant with Nigerians By Egbemavoice  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has inaugurated the All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) ahead of the 2027 general election, declaring that the ruling party is united and ready to renew its covenant with Nigerians. Tinubu inaugurated the council on Wednesday at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, where he charged members to demonstrate unity, discipline and commitment in mobilising support for his re-election while ensuring that governance remains a priority. The President, while expressing appreciation to party leaders and supporters for their contributions to the last election, stressed that the ultimate measure of their commitment would be the ability to deliver electoral victories in 2027. “As I stand before you with a heart full of gratitude and spirit full of resolve, it is my honour to inaugurate the presiden...

Egbemw-Ebipade 2027, EGBEMA–EBIPADE 2027: Campaign Boat Arrives as High Chief Ebipade Kari Declares Warri North Assembly Ambition, Calls for Unity ••• Egbema Youth Leaders, Stakeholders, and Community Representatives Welcome Kari; Campaign DG Promise Lawuru Urges Political Unity for Kingdom’s Development By EgbemaVoice  WARRI NORTH, DELTA STATE — The 2027 political season has gained momentum in Egbema Kingdom, Warri North Local Government Area of Delta State, as the campaign boat of High Chief Ebipade Kari arrived to a warm reception from Egbema youths and stakeholders during an engagement meeting. High Chief Kari, a Niger Delta frontier ex-agitator, former warlord, and Chief Security Officer (CSO) to High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpomupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, formally declared his intention to contest for the Delta State House of Assembly seat representing Warri North Constituency in the 2027 general elections. The meeting brought...

IYC REJECTS ALLEGED PLAN TO DIVERT LAGOS-CALABAR COASTAL HIGHWAY, WARNS OF POLITICAL FALLOUT  By EgbemaVoice  The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide on Wednesday rejected any move to divert the 750-kilometre Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway from its original coastal alignment, describing suggestions to redirect the project onto the East-West Road as “insulting, provocative and unacceptable.” Addressing a press conference at Ijaw House in Yenagoa, the Dr. Doubra Okotete-led 10th National Executive Committee of the IYC said the organisation and the entire South-South region would not accept the exclusion of Edo, Delta, Bayelsa and Rivers states from the highway. The group reacted to statements purportedly made by the Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, indicating that the flagship project of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration could be diverted from Ondo State onto the existing East-West Road due to financial constraints and difficult terrain. “We state her...

This is Forged First and Foremost Dore betrayed Nana  and took is position so both of them can never sign a treaty same time , and during that era the name was not Itsekiri … that alone means a red flag and all other neighbours shine your eyes before water pass garri…

Okomu Forest Reserve Forest reserve in Benin City, Nigeria By Egbemavoice  The Okomu Forest Reserve is an Ijaw forest block covering an area of 1081 km2 in ovia South West LGA, Edo State, about 50 km west of Benin City, Nigeria. The Okomu National Park lies within the larger reserve, maintaining a small part of the forest covering about 200 km2 and it once covered the region as the last habitat for many endangered species. Quick facts Coordinates, Area ... History The Okomu Forest Reserve was originally established by the British colonial government in 1912.[4] In 1935, additional 411 km2 (159 sq mi) were added to the north and east, bringing the total area to 777 km2 (300 sq mi). The reserve was intended to be managed as a source of lumber from the start, and its abundant mahogany stands have been exploited. The reserve has been actively engaged in systematic rotational logging and "taungya" farming since the 1940s. A section of forest is assigned to local farmers for cultiv...