Akpevwe Igho

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.

Delta Govt Hails Police After New Year Security Operation in Asaba

Police patrols on January 1 netted 43 suspects, vehicles, tricycles, fireworks and drugs, with charges to follow after investigations.

Delta Health Insurance Enrolment Hits 2.7 Million Under Oborevwori

The commission credits over 300 quality monitors, an electronic claims platform and free maternal care, while seeking partners to close funding gaps.

Tax Committee Says No Direct Bank Debits With New Tax Laws

Oyedele says the January 2026 laws rest on self-declaration, with taxpayers reporting income yearly and claiming exemptions where they apply.

Nigeria Records Significant Drop in Crude Oil Production

NUPRC data show November output averaged 1.599 million barrels daily, down 5.9% from a year earlier and below October.

Peter Obi Joins ADC, Calls for Opposition Unity

The former Anambra governor announced the switch at a New Year address in Enugu, citing poverty, insecurity and state capture.

Egbo Dissolves 2025 Revenue Committees to Prevent Double Taxation

Committees must hand over council property to the treasurer, and residents should pay 2026 revenue only at the secretariat.

Youths Demolish Church in Ughelli After Pastor’s Alleged Sex Scandal

Young men tore down the building during services after a married woman who accused the pastor died last week.

PDP Condemns Maiduguri Mosque Explosion, Faults Security Response

The opposition party accused the federal government of relying on rhetoric, and demanded practical protection for worshippers during the festive season.