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Community

Sheriff Oborevwori Jnr Rewards Delta Youths with Cars

The cars went to youths at the finale of his foundation's soccer tournament in Osubi, where Uvwie beat Okpe.

Community

Early Morning Fire Destroys Shop in Afiesere Community

Residents used buckets and makeshift tools to douse the Ughelli North blaze, which caused no injuries as its cause remains unknown.

Community

Police Arrest Pastor Over Alleged Sale of 2 Months Old Baby in Ekpan

The mother, who first claimed the boy was kidnapped in Warri, allegedly confessed to selling him for N1.5 million.

Culture

Police Arrest Peller Over Reckless Driving Live Stream in Lagos

The influencer is held at the State CID and will face court, with police warning creators against dangerous stunts.

News

NSIB Confirms Crash Landing of Aircraft in Owerri

All four on board survived after the Kaduna to Port Harcourt flight declared an emergency and diverted, investigators say.

News

Police Insist on Enforcement of Tinted Glass Regulation

The Force says pending court cases do not halt enforcement, links tinted glass rules to security, and warns officers against extortion.

Diaspora

U.S. Expands Travel Restrictions, Adds Nigeria to Partial Ban List

Politics

DESOPADEC Hosts KOSOPADEC, Commends Oborevwori’s Push for Collaboration

The Kogi delegation visited Warri to study Delta's rotational leadership, community-driven projects and revenue sharing based on oil output.

Politics

Former Minister Ngige Detained by EFCC, Aide Confirms

His media aide dismissed kidnap rumours, saying he is safe with investigators, while the anti-graft agency stayed silent.

Sports

Mulade Links Delta Sports Event to Improved Peace

Thirty-two teams competed at the Ugolo festival, where scouts from Lagos and Abuja tracked emerging talents for the commission.

Niger Delta

Delta Accelerates Work on 3.1km Tisun Road After Years of Neglect

Contractors have finished land clearing and begun sand-filling, which community leaders say ends a 40-year wait for connectivity.

News

Delta Launches Six-Month Countdown to New Electricity Policy

Two consulting firms will draft a blueprint to guide investment, reliability and the state's push for energy autonomy.

News

Turbulent Weather Forces Ibom Air Flight Back to Abuja

The aircraft circled Lagos for about 30 minutes before the captain turned back, landing safely in Abuja after nearly two hours.

News

Delta Police Detain Filmmaker Stanley Ontop

Stanley Ajemba is held at the State CID after a woman's petition, with police withholding details of the allegations.

Politics

Senate Summons Aviation Minister Over Rising Airfares

Lawmakers will weigh fare regulation, competition and support for airlines, warning of legislative action if domestic pricing abuses continue.

Politics

Former Aviation Minister Oduah Arraigned Over ₦2.469 Billion Fraud

Oduah and Gloria Odita pleaded not guilty, were granted bail and told to surrender passports, with trial set for February 2026.

News

Delta Police Warn Residents About WhatsApp Hacks

Scammers seize accounts using verification codes then beg contacts for cash, and police urge two-step verification and phone checks.

Politics

Osun Governor Adeleke Joins Accord Party

Adeleke quit the PDP over prolonged national infighting and will contest the August 8 governorship election under Accord.