EKALADERHAN (c. 935AD) HIS MISSING LINK TO ERUA COMMUNITY (IN UHUNMWODE L .G. A. OF EDO STATE) (Ed.) By Paul Osa. IGBINEWEKA Abstract The Edo speaking people of the Great Benin Empire has a lot of oral history that is shrouded in mystery and mythology. Extant traditions has more to offer this generation toward knowing our past, as more facts are being unraveled, while some aspects are disconnected or forgotten because from generation to generation interests in the narrative aspects of our history to the next generation had experienced a sharp decline that hardly one can trace his origin. To worsen the situation the Edo language is hardly spoken amongst the newer generation of which one wonders what would eventually happen to Edo Language of the next generation. The family morning greetings that reveals ones source or offshoot is gradually being eroded from our cultural system. Introduction From the above assertions, there is a clear pointer to the fact that this generationa...

EGBEMAVOICE CELEBRATES DR. AGBEDEYI ODIMIYENTIMI DESMOND ON HIS BIRTHDAY EgbemaVoice Celebrates Dr. Agbedeyi Odimiyentimi Desmond, CEO of Global Egberi TV, on His Birthday Anniversary EgbemaVoice proudly celebrates Dr. Agbedeyi Odimiyentimi Desmond, Chief Executive Officer of Global Egberi TV, on the joyous occasion of his birthday anniversary. This special day offers an opportunity to celebrate his contributions to media development, information dissemination, and the promotion of community voices. As he marks another year, EgbemaVoice wishes him good health, greater accomplishments, renewed strength, and continued success in his personal and professional endeavours. Happy Birthday, Dr. Agbedeyi Odimiyentimi Desmond! Signed:  EgbemaVoice Management EgbemaVoice — News With a Difference.

NATIONAL ASSEMBLY RECEIVES PROPOSALS FOR CREATION OF NEW LGAs, LAGOS SEEKS 37 MORE, AKWA IBOM MISSING  The National Assembly has received a list of proposed new local government areas (LGAs) to be created in the country. The list of new local Government Areas to be created was received in January 2026. It reflects demands for administrative restructuring and improved grassroots governance across Nigeria. The proposals, attributed to several states, include requests to create additional LGAs, rename or reorganise existing administrative areas, and bring government services closer to local communities. However, the list should be treated as a set of reported proposals, not an approved creation of new local government areas. Any constitutional creation of new LGAs must follow the procedures prescribed by the 1999 Constitution, as amended. The proposals reportedly cover states across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, with Lagos State said to be seeking 37 additional LGAs. ...

EGBEMAVOICE CELEBRATES NIGER DELTA QUEEN, EVANG. PRTSS. DR. SEIGHA DORA KEEMA ISAAC AYEDI, AKA ZIONANGEL A WOMAN OF SPIRITUAL GRACE, GOLDEN VOICE, CULTURAL IDENTITY AND KINGDOM IMPACT By EgbemaVoice, EgbemaVoice News/TV proudly celebrates the distinguished Niger Delta Queen, Evang. Prtss. Dr. Seigha Dora Keema Isaac Ayedi, popularly known as ZionAngel, a remarkable woman whose identity, spiritual calling, and unique titles reflect her place in the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of the Niger Delta. Fondly associated with the revered titles and expressions “The Kakara Kokoro,” “Akparadija,” “Fieboju Buobuo Ko Anade Bein, The Mediterranean Sea,” “Ogeja Spiritual Daughter,” “The Golden Microphone,” and “Arogbo Torukububini,” ZionAngel represents a distinctive personality whose name resonates with spiritual expression, cultural pride, and the enduring traditions of the Ijaw people. The Niger Delta is a region blessed with rich cultural traditions, extraordinary human poten...

By EgbemaVoice  The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has mourned the passing of Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, former National Leader of Afenifere, who died on October 20, 2026, at the age of 100. In a condolence statement signed by its National Chairman, Ambassador Godknows Boladei Igali, PhD, OON, on October 22, 2026, PANDEF described Pa Fasoranti as a distinguished educationist, elder statesman and committed advocate of democracy, restructuring, true federalism and national development. The Forum highlighted his longstanding relationship with PANDEF and the South and Middle Belt Leaders Forum (SMBLF), particularly his collaboration with the late Chief Edwin Kiagbodo Clark in promoting national unity, justice, equity, resource control and constitutional restructuring. PANDEF noted that Pa Fasoranti’s life was marked by integrity, selfless service and unwavering commitment to progressive politics, adding that his death represents a significant loss to the Yoruba nation an...

Egbema Leaders of Thought (ELOT) Calls for Reconciliation, Unity, and a New Era of Traditional Leadership in Egbema Kingdom, Doyah-Tiemo: “The Time Has Come to Bury Our Differences, Rebuild Our Unity, and Begin the Process of Installing an Acceptable King” By EgbemaVoice  The Chairman of Egbema Leaders of Thought (ELOT), Mr. Edmund Eyekomieghan Doyah-Tiemo, has called on traditional rulers, chiefs, elders, community leaders, and youths of Egbema Kingdom to embrace reconciliation, strengthen unity, and work collectively towards restoring peace and advancing the kingdom's traditional institutions. Doyah-Tiemo made the call while delivering his opening address at the Egbema Kingdom Leadership Meeting held at Park Royale Hotel, Airport Road, Warri, Delta State, on Friday, October 23, 2026. The meeting, which brought together key stakeholders and leaders of Egbema Kingdom, was convened to provide a platform for reconciliation after nearly four years of disagreements and divi...

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...