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Oborevwori at Three: Bureau Commends Leadership, Federal Synergy, Delivery of MORE Agenda

The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has been commended for strengthening collaboration between the Delta State Government and the Federal Government, a partnership credited with expanding access to federal interventions, accelerating infrastructure delivery, and deepening economic reforms, investment promotion, and social welfare initiatives. The commendation was contained in a statement marking the…

Delta Police Activate Multi-Agency Security Grid Ahead of Eid-el-Kabir, Warn Criminals to Stay Away

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As preparations intensify for the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, the Delta State Police Command has unveiled a strengthened, multi-agency security framework aimed at ensuring a peaceful and incident-free festive period across the state. The initiative includes the large-scale deployment of police personnel across strategic locations, as authorities move to reassure residents—particularly Muslim faithful—of adequate protection during…

Oborevwori Frames Peaceful APC Primaries as Proof of Stability, Urges Gratitude and Unity in Delta

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Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has described the recently concluded APC primary elections in the state as a reflection of growing political stability, using a thanksgiving service in Asaba to underscore what he called divine guidance and peaceful conduct in the electoral process. Speaking during a morning devotion at the Government House Chapel,…

Soyinka, Jibunoh Renew Push for Africa’s Cultural Reawakening at Asaba Gathering

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A renewed call for Africa to reclaim its identity and reshape global perceptions of the continent took centre stage in Asaba as Nobel Laureate, , and renowned environmentalist, , rallied support for cultural rebirth and continental unity. The gathering, held at the Newton Jibunoh Convention Centre, Mandela Gardens, formed part of activities marking Africa Day…

Wole Soyinka’s Visit Sparks Push for Media, Cultural Mobilisation Ahead of FESTAC 2027 in Delta

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The visit of Nobel Laureate, , to Asaba has ignited renewed calls for stronger media participation and grassroots cultural mobilisation as preparations intensify for the 2027 Festival of Black and African Arts and Culture (FESTAC), expected to return to Nigeria after 50 years. At a stakeholders’ gathering in Asaba, attention shifted beyond the celebration itself…

Delta APC Declares Tinubu Winner of Presidential Primary with Over 407,000 Votes

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President Bola Tinubu has emerged winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential primary election in Delta State, securing a total of 407,646 votes across the state’s 25 local government areas. The result was officially announced in Asaba by the Delta State Governor and State Collation Officer, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, following the collation of…

DELTA APC PRIMARY: OBOREVWORI’S CONSENSUS CANDIDACY AND THE TRIUMPH OF PERFORMANCE POLITICS

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By Fred Latimore Oghenesivbe Esq. In contemporary Nigerian politics, consensus candidacy is rarely accidental. It is usually the product of strategic negotiation, political trust, grassroots acceptance, and verifiable performance. That reality finds clear expression in Delta State, where leaders and stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have unanimously rallied behind Governor Sheriff Oborevwori as…

Delta APC House of Assembly Primaries Hold Peacefully Across Councils as Sole Candidates Emerge

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The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday conducted State House of Assembly primaries across several local government areas in Delta State, with party officials and stakeholders describing the exercise as peaceful, orderly and largely in compliance with party guidelines. Across constituencies monitored, sole aspirants emerged through affirmation votes conducted under the party’s adopted process, while…

Delta APC Promises Orderly National Assembly Primaries, Deploys Monitoring Teams

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The National Assembly Primary Election Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State has pledged to deliver a peaceful and transparent nomination process as party members prepare to elect candidates for the National Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking in Asaba on Monday, chairman of the committee, Rt. Hon. Eugene Odo,…

Delta Govt Urges Young Graduates to Apply for Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme

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The Delta State Government has called on qualified young graduates of Delta origin to take advantage of the ongoing application process for the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP), a fully paid post-NYSC work placement initiative aimed at equipping Nigerian youths with workplace experience, mentorship, and career development opportunities. The announcement was issued by the Delta…