The Delta State House of Assembly has ushered in the Christmas season with its annual Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, held at the Assembly Chapel. The event featured hymns, scripture readings, worship, and heartfelt thanksgiving, drawing members of the Legislature, government officials, and distinguished guests. Pastor Tony Kennedy, the guest preacher, delivered an inspiring…
In a passionate appeal to employers across the state, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has urged them not to turn away corps members posted to their establishments, emphasizing the critical need to provide a supportive and conducive environment for their national service. The call came during the terminal parade and grand closing ceremony of the 2025 Batch…
As preventable illnesses continue to rise across Nigeria, residents have been urged to take their healthcare seriously. The call came from Mr. Emmanuel Agalivie, President of the Platinum Lions Club, District 404 A4, during a high-profile free medical screening organized for staff of the Delta Broadcasting Service (DBS) in Asaba. “This exercise is part of…
A three-day workshop aimed at empowering persons with disabilities concluded in Asaba, the Delta State capital, spotlighting a renewed push for inclusion and accessibility across the State. The event, spearheaded by the Disability Rights Advocacy Project for Inclusive Development (D-RAPID) in collaboration with the Albino Foundation TAF-Africa and Christian Blind Mission (CBM) International, brought together…
Asaba, Nigeria — In a vibrant display of tradition, talent, and pride, students of the Noble Academy Asaba took center stage at the annual Cultural and Praise Day, held at the DBS Asaba Event Centre, celebrating the richness of Nigeria’s cultural tapestry. Parents were urged to instill values of unity, discipline, and cultural pride in their…
Asaba, Delta State – In a bold address to the press marking his first year in office, the Director General of the Delta State Traffic Management Authority (DESTMA), Honourable Benjamin Okiemute, vowed to continue transforming the agency into a model of efficiency and professionalism. Okiemute painted a stark picture of the state he inherited: a traffic…
The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission, Dr Isaac Akpoveta, has been conferred with the UN-POLAC Ambassadorial Award and a Doctorate of Humane Letters (Honoris Causa) by the United Nations Positive Living Award Centre (UN-POLAC). Dr Akpoveta was also appointed Keeper of the UN-POLAC Flags, and the UN-POLAC Patron for the South-South region, in…
In a nail-biting finale that had fans on the edge of their seats, the Delta State Sports Commission emerged victorious at the 2025 Civil Service Football Tournament, hosted by the Office of the Head of Service, Delta State. The high-octane showdown took place at the Saint Patrick’s College, Asaba, and drew a distinguished audience, including past Heads of…
The Delta State Police Command has issued a stark warning to Nigerians amid a rising wave of sophisticated WhatsApp scams targeting unsuspecting citizens. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, revealed that fraudsters are increasingly hacking personal accounts and impersonating friends or relatives, exploiting familiar greetings and personal details to deceive victims into sending…
The Nigerian Senate has slammed a sharp surge in domestic airfares, describing the hikes as “outrageous” and “completely unacceptable.” Lawmakers have summoned the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, along with senior officials from key aviation agencies, for urgent explanations. Senator Abdulfatai Buhari, representing Oyo North, highlighted the scale of the increases, saying fares that previously…
