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Akpevwe Igho

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News

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.

Politics

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.

Politics

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.

News

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.

Community

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.

News

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.

Community

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.

News

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.

Community

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.

Education

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.

News

Traders Received Free Rice Bags On Pondi Birthday Celebration

Ten-kilogram branded bags were handed out from a vehicle on Warri–Sapele Road, drawing grateful women traders amid economic hardship.

Politics

APC Stakeholders in Delta North Push Back Against Marginalisation

Coalition convener Alex Ikpeazu urged national leaders and Governor Oborevwori to adopt transparent guidelines before forthcoming congresses.

News

Data Protection Sector Generates ₦16.2bn, Creates Jobs -NDPC

Olatunji says compliance and licensing have lifted investor confidence, while a lawyer warns violations under the 2023 Act attract stiff penalties.

News

NUPRC Chief Warns Inconsistent Rules Are Scaring Investors

Eyesan told the energy summit that shared African standards and data cooperation would cut uncertainty and speed cross-border projects.

News

Seven Years On, Osinbajo Gives Thanks for Surviving Kogi Crash

The former vice president said all aboard walked away unharmed, one of two air incidents he survived within seven months.

Community

Soludo Celebrates End of Monday Sit-At-Home at Onitsha Market

Traders reopened shops at the main market on Monday, with the governor calling it a turning point for productivity and confidence.

Community

Police Arrest Suspects Over Assault on Officers in Delta Boundary Clash

The commissioner deployed extra operatives to Oshimili North after Saturday's attack, with detained suspects making statements aiding investigations.

Culture

Singer Ifunanya Nwangene Dies After Snake Bite

The 26-year-old soprano was bitten while asleep at her Abuja home and died after hospitals lacked an essential antivenom.