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Ken Pela Dumps Labour Party, Joins ADC

Activist Urges Tinubu to Overhaul 13% Derivation Fund System

He says oil communities remain neglected despite huge allocations, and wants funds channelled into federally coordinated development projects.

Oborevwori Condoles NUJ Over Death of Punch Journalist

The governor described the death of the 43-year-old correspondent, who died after a brief illness, as a painful loss.

Police Arrest Suspects, Recover Arms in Delta

Commissioner Aina Adesola said intelligence-led operations netted a suspected inter-state kidnapper, gun runners and drug dealers across several Delta towns.

Low Turnout Recorded as Schools Resume Across Delta

Head teachers blame extended holidays and unprepared parents, while compulsory resumption tests have lifted attendance in some Warri and Effurun schools.

Nigerian Army Opens Applications for DSSC Course 29/2026

Free online applications run from January 7 to February 4, with successful candidates commissioned into corps including Engineers, Signals and Medical.

INEC Confirms No Timetable Released for 2027 Election

The commission says the Electoral Act requires notice 360 days ahead, and urged Nigerians to rely only on its verified channels.

Delta Police Remove Asaba DPO, Refund Bail After Complaint

Wojuola was accused of murder after taking a collapsed man to hospital, and social media users now demand dismissal and prosecution.

Obi calls for people-centered governance in Ughelli

Speaking at an Anglican prayer convocation in Delta, he blamed weak governance for deepening poverty and urged accountability from leaders.

Former Super Eagles Star Onazi Survives Lagos Car Accident

The 31-year-old posted footage of his wrecked SUV on Instagram and urged authorities to curb drunk driving nationwide.

Elumelu Endorses Tinubu, Oborevwori, Calls for Support in 2026

In a New Year message to his constituency, the former minority leader praised Tinubu's reforms and Oborevwori's inclusive development record.

IED Attack on Military Convoy Leaves Nine Soldiers Dead in Borno

Military sources say Boko Haram insurgents planted the explosives along the Maiduguri route; the army has not commented.

House of Reps Releases Certified Copies of Tax Reform Laws

Lawmakers published the signed originals after claims the Acts were altered, with printed copies given to members for transparency.

Outrage as Video Shows Senator Kelvin Chukwu Assaulting Constituent

Footage from a football final he organised in Amurri shows the lawmaker striking a man later arrested and detained.

Troops Arrest Native Doctor, Others, Recover Arms in Delta Raid

Asaba DPO Summoned to Abuja Over Extortion Allegations

A man who took a collapsed stranger to hospital says officers detained him and demanded excessive bail.

Okpẹ Is Not Urhobo or Itsekiri, Okpe Union Warns

In a New Year message, the union pledged wider use of the Okpẹ language and urged accurate accounts of its history.

Three Feared Dead as Car Crashes Into Parked Truck in Rivers

The victims were returning from a crossover service when their car hit the truck, which a relative said was parked without warning signs.