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Politics

Ex-Bayelsa Gov Seriake Dickson Dumps PDP for NDC

The senator said at an Abuja briefing that the PDP's leadership crisis pushed him towards the newly registered opposition platform.

News

Court Acquits Abba Kyari of 23-Count Asset Charge

Justice Omotosho ruled the NDLEA failed to prove ownership of the listed properties, but Kyari still faces a separate cocaine trial.

Community

Sapele-Okpe Youths Protest, Give Chairman 48-Hour Ultimatum to Resign

Protesters cite a no-confidence vote, constitution amendments and a disputed fifth quarter, with Senator Dafinone backing their demand for transparency.

Politics

IGP Sets Up 8-Member Committee on State Police Reform

Disu gave the panel one month to design a framework, days after Tinubu asked lawmakers to begin constitutional amendments.

News

Edwin Clark Receives Posthumous Recognition at 2025 Silverbird Awards

The Lifetime Achievement Award, collected by Hon. Ebikeme Clark at Eko Hotels, honoured the late statesman's fight for Niger Delta equity.

Politics

Omo-Agege, Ned Nwoko, Ibori-Suenu Snub Delta APC Congress

Their absence has deepened talk of factional splits as Solomon Arenyeka emerged state chairman by consensus in Asaba.

Community

Mosogar Kingdom Stages Protest at Seplat Energy Site

Protesters say the firm consulted only Edo authorities and ignored a court order, and want government intervention.

Community

Two Feared Dead as Cult Rivalry Erupts in Ibusa

The killings of an Aye member and a Vikings member sparked reprisals, keeping residents indoors as police stay silent.

Politics

DSS Arrests Five Officers Over El-Rufai Airport Incident

A joint security probe found operatives facilitated irregular airport access, and some suspects admitted to receiving bribes.

Community

Sapele-Okpe Community Reject Alleged Secret Recognition of Fifth Quarter

Stakeholders passed a no confidence vote on Chief Temiagin's executive, but each quarter will send 10 representatives to hear his response.

Politics

Delta APC Fixes March 3 for State Congress

The exercise holds at the Asaba Cenotaph from 10 a.m., with delegates, lawmakers and ward executives from all 270 wards invited.

Politics

“Focus on Iran, Allow Me Rest”—Umahi Dismisses Harassment Claims

The works minister denied owing the businesswoman, questioned her credibility and urged Nigerians to focus on tensions in Iran instead.

Community

Gas Flare Fines Belong to Polluted Communities -Coalition

Green groups want Executive Order 9 reviewed so flare penalties fund Niger Delta remediation instead of the Federation Account.

Politics

Delta North APC Seek Ward Congress Cancellation

Stakeholders say the consensus method produced parallel structures, sidelined loyal members and blocked aspirants who paid for nomination forms.

Politics

Nwaoboshi Laid to Rest in Ibusa Amid Tributes

Governor Oborevwori praised the late senator's public service at St. Augustine's Catholic Church, where Lawan, Ibori, Okowa and Obi attended.

Politics

Oborevwori Committed to Riverine Development -Delta Govt

Riverine infrastructure commissioner Ebikeme Clark inspected a 3.1km Kolokolo–Tisun road and Oporoza Model Secondary School in Warri North and South-West.

Community

Ughelli North Chairman Leads Arrest of Alleged Fake Doctor

Abass Abubakar allegedly charged elderly Ekiugbo residents up to N500,000 for cataract treatment, dispensing drops suspected to be water.

Community

Delta Govt Renovates Classrooms, Exam Hall in Isoko South

The lands commissioner said the upgrade at Owodokpokpo Grammar School, Igbide, reflects the administration's MORE Agenda focus on grassroots development.