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Community

NMDPRA Shuts Six Unlicensed Lubricant Retail Outlets in Uvwie, Warri

Coordinator Godwin Ikomi says retailers ignored licensing notices for six months, and warns surveillance will continue across the state.

Politics

Omo-Agege: Buhari Blocked Ethiope State, Dafinone Failed to Back Agitation

His office says he will sponsor an Ethiope State creation bill if returned to the Senate in 2027.

Education

FG Suspends Proposed WAEC, NECO Registration Fee Hike After Public Outcry

The education ministry withdrew its June 18 letter on the 2027 fee adjustment, with Alausa ordering wider consultations after public feedback.

Community

Insecurity: Oghara Kingdom Bans Open Grazing, Warns Cattle Breeders

Palace meeting linked kidnappings to herders; indigenes who breed cattle or lease farmland for grazing will face accountability.

News

Nigerian Army Confirms Rescue of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teacher, Arrests Key Suspects

All 44 victims regained freedom after a month-long joint operation that cost some security personnel their lives, the Army said.

Politics

Keyamo Fines Peter Obi, Demands Apology Over Abuja Airport Parking Incident

Politics

Fubara Seeks Assembly Approval for ₦1.854tn 2026 Budget

The proposal is 24.49 per cent above 2025, with over ₦1.4 trillion for capital projects led by works, education and healthcare.

News

Flood Claims Life of Commercial Motorcyclist in Agbor

Community

Emevor Chairman, Two Others Face Assault Charges Over Attack on Indigene

The three men face four counts including conspiracy and threat to life after a Facebook post criticising the project.

Community

Asaba, Ibusa Traditional Leaders Renew Push to End Land Disputes

The Onwa of Ibusa led a delegation to the Asagba of Asaba's palace, where both pledged sustained dialogue.

Community

Asaba Aircraft Incident: NSIB Blames Crew’s Loss of Situational Awareness

The preliminary report says the crew aborted a first approach before landing on the construction road, damaging a nose-wheel; nobody was hurt.

News

Navy Strengthens Cyber Defence

A two-day communication and cyber security competition at NNS Delta, Warri drilled operators in protecting military networks and digital infrastructure.

Community

Community Chairman, Others Flog Youth in Emevor Over Social Media Post

Godspower Okedi was whipped and forced to dance after questioning compensation for farmers, with police inviting those allegedly involved.

Community

Delta Govt Set To Modernise Public Libraries Across The State

Higher education commissioner Nyerhovwo Tonukari began a statewide assessment in Asaba, promising better internet, digital resources and new equipment.

Community

Man Found Dead in Yenagoa Guest House After Alleged Sexual Romp

Police detained the guest house owner and two others as they search for the woman who fled the room.

Community

Energia, Oando Sign MoU With Seven Delta Host Communities

The partners inaugurated a host community development trust in Asaba and say ₦15.94 billion has gone into projects since 2009.

Community

Wanted Kidnap Suspect Abubakar Usman Arrested in Delta Forest

Police rescued Blessing Chiedu unharmed after a ₦100 million ransom demand, then tracked the gang through the night to a forest hideout.

Community

Warri Set to Host Nigeria’s First Indigenous Floating LNG Project as Major Gas Deal Clears Key Hurdle