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Over 45,000 Displaced, 20 Communities Sacked By Terrorists — Peter Obi
NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi has raised concerns over the worsening displacement crisis in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, following his visit to an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp housing more than 500 displaced Nigerians.
Delta Assembly Advances 13th-Month Salary Bill for Public Servants
The Delta State House of Assembly has taken the first step towards introducing a 13th-month salary for public servants in the state.
EU, UNDP Take NJFP Jobs Drive to Warri, Push for Graduate Retention
The European Union and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have taken their engagement with beneficiaries of the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) to Warri, Delta State, as stakeholders renewed calls for stronger pathways from graduate internships to lasting employment.
31-Year-Old NYSC Member Remanded Over Alleged Defilement of Six-Year-Old Girl in Delta
A 31-year-old National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Godstime Onyenechara, has been remanded in custody after he was arraigned over the alleged defilement of a six-year-old girl in Ekpan, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State.
AIM Congress: Olu of Warri Tasks African Leaders on Practical Governance
The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, has called on African leaders to turn tolerance from a political slogan into practical governance, saying shared experiences and inclusive community engagement are critical to achieving lasting peace and prosperity.
Delta Widows Celebrate August Stipend Payment
For thousands of widows across Delta State, the monthly ₦15,000 support may not be enough to solve every household problem, but beneficiaries say it has become an important lifeline at a time when the cost of food, healthcare and other necessities continues to rise.
Okpebholo Swears In 18 Edo Council Chairmen
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has sworn in the 18 newly elected chairmen of the state’s Local Government Areas, marking the commencement of their tenure in office.
Sapele: Kidnapped Woman Rescued After All-Night Search
A woman abducted by armed men while driving into her residence along the Eko-Amukpe Road in Sapele, Delta State, has been rescued unharmed following an overnight search by the police and local vigilantes.
Court Remands ‘Odogwu Asaba’ Over Late Favour’s Death
The Delta State Police investigation into the death of late Favour has been concluded following the receipt of the autopsy and toxicology test results, according to the deceased’s lawyer, Awele Ideal.
Burutu: Pregnant Woman, Unborn Child’s Death Sparks Outrage Over Lack of Healthcare, Basic Amenities
The death of a pregnant woman and her unborn child, after she failed to receive timely medical attention at the Burutu General Hospital, has sparked growing outrage in Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State, with youths and women protesting the absence of basic healthcare and other essential amenities.
FERMA Inspects Federal Road Interventions in Delta, Says Repairs Must Keep Key Routes Open
The Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA) has inspected ongoing road maintenance and rehabilitation works across Delta State as part of efforts to assess the progress of interventions on some of the state’s key federal highways.
Oyo APC Guber Candidate’s Campaign Defends Viral Video Of Student Sitting On His Lap
The campaign organisation of Oyo State APC governorship candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has defended a viral video showing a student of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, sitting on his lap during an interview.
Sapele Local Government Council Moves to Protect Girl-Child, Targets Street Hawking During School Hours
The Sapele Legislative Arm has moved to strengthen the protection of the girl-child with the introduction of a proposed bye-law seeking to stop the use of girls for street hawking and other potentially dangerous commercial activities during school hours.
APC Chieftain Brutally Attacked, Hospitalised After Meeting in Delta
The Secretary-General of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Uwheru Kingdom, Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Chief Edewor Akpedafe, has been brutally attacked and left seriously injured during a meeting convened to resolve a lingering land dispute.
Egbo, Oromoni, Five Others Nominated for 2026 Nigeria's Best Local Government Chairmen Merit Award
Seven Delta State council chairmen have been shortlisted for recognition under the 25th Edition of the Nigerian Local Government Chairmen Merit Award (LOGMA)
DESOPADEC Opens 2026 Bursary Portal, Urges Delta Students to Apply
The Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) has opened applications for its 2026 bursary scheme for eligible university students from its mandate areas across Delta State.
Igbakpa Throws Weight Behind Dafinone’s Second-Term Bid, Clarifies Constituency Project Funding
Former House of Representatives member and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Hon. Chief Ben Igbakpa, has endorsed Senator Ede Dafinone for another term in the National Assembly, urging voters in Delta Central Senatorial District to give the senator another mandate in 2027.
Oborevwori Pays Triple Cash Prizes to Outstanding Delta Civil Servants
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved and released the enhanced cash rewards promised to civil servants who distinguished themselves during the 2026 Civil Service Week celebration.