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Ughelli North APC Adopts Ofomukoro Ahead of LG Elections

Stakeholders zoned the chairmanship to Agbarha-Otor Ward after reconciliation committees settled disputes, with the official congress still to come.

FX Reforms, Diaspora Inflows Push Nigeria’s Reserves to $49 Billion

Cardoso says market-driven forex policy narrowed the official and parallel rate gap to under two percent while remittances rose.

Delta Speaker Emerges Chairman of National Speakers’ Conference

Guwor was elected at a general meeting in Abuja and is expected to strengthen coordination and legislative standards among state assemblies.

Senate Calls Emergency Session as NLC Threatens Action Over E-Transmission

Senators return Tuesday to clear the way for a committee to harmonise conflicting provisions on electronic transmission.

Man Allegedly Kills Son in Delta Over Family Dispute

Contractors Threaten Protest Over Alleged ₦15bn DESOPADEC Debt

Contractors say only part of a ₦8.4bn release reached them, and threaten to blockade the commission's premises over unpaid claims.

Police Rescue Four Kidnap Victims in Delta

Kanu Orders End to Monday Sit-at-Home in South-East

IPOB says the directive, effective February 9, reflects Kanu's concern for residents' safety, schooling and livelihoods after four years of weekly shutdowns.

Delta Govt Suspends Loans for Overburdened Civil Servants

The Head of Service issued the order after inspecting payroll records in Asaba, citing absenteeism and excessive deductions.

Protesters Storm National Assembly Over Electoral Act Amendment

Demonstrators want the law to compel real-time electronic transmission of results after senators reportedly rejected the clause.

Cubana Chief Priest Declares 2027 House of Reps Ambition

The businessman will run on the APC platform, citing Nnamdi Kanu's detention and the need for younger South-East voices.

Delta NUJ Mourns Death of DBS Broadcaster Vivian Nkechika

The council chairman gave no details on her passing and ordered a 12-hour suspension of activities on union platforms.

Delta Community Protests Dismissal, Welfare Issues at Oil Company

Protesters carrying caskets demanded driver Evans Ossai's reinstatement and better welfare, and management agreed to rehire him and negotiate.

Kanu Heads to Appeal Court Over Terrorism Conviction

The IPOB leader, held in Sokoto, filed 22 grounds alleging a flawed trial and seeks acquittal and nullification of all sentences.

NDDC Begins Applications for CNG Vehicle Conversion Training Across Niger Delta

The scheme covers all nine states and will teach youths hands-on conversion skills, with applications made through the commission's online portal.

DESOPADEC Targets Skill Expansion, Community Impact in 2026

Managing director Festus Ochonoghor said the next training cycle starts before March, after a ₦8.4 billion bailout cleared contractor debts.

Abe I’s Biography Launch Marks 18 Years Coronation Anniversary

The week-long Effurun celebration begins February 7, chaired by Festus Keyamo, with Tompolo as chief launcher and Tinubu among expected guests.

NECO Announces 71.6% Pass Rate, States Owe ₦2 Billion

Malpractice cases rose 31.7 per cent, with five supervisors blacklisted and four centres recommended for closure.