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Olu of Warri, Oroseun of Okere-Urhobo Unite for Peace

The Olu of Warri Kingdom, His Majesty, Ogiamẹ Atuwatse III and the Oroseun of Okere-Urhobo Kingdom, His Majesty, Owhotemu II, have renewed their commitment to peace, mutual respect and harmonious coexistence in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State.

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We Were Taken To Six Locations Barefoot Before Rescue,Oyo School Abduction Victim

Forty-nine students and teachers abducted from schools in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State spent 56 days in captivity, during which they were allegedly moved through six different locations barefoot and exposed to harsh weather conditions.

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Udu By-Election: Delta Police Deploy Personnel, Warn Against Violence

The Delta State Police Command has announced heightened security arrangements ahead of the Udu State Constituency by-election scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026.

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Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, Others Pay Tribute to Nollywood Legend Olu Jacobs

Tributes have continued to pour in from prominent Nigerians following the death of veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs, who passed away at the age of 84 after a distinguished career spanning decades in theatre, television, and film.

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Police Arrests Suspected Cultists In Delta

Nine suspected cult members have been arrested in separate operations in Obiaruku and Issele-Ikpitime communities in Delta State, with security operatives recovering locally made firearms, ammunition, suspected illicit drugs and a battle axe.

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Julius Rone Bags Megastar Award, Highlights FLNG’s Role in Gas Development

The Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of UTM Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (UTM FLNG), Julius Rone, has received the 2026 Megastar Man of the Decade Award, while highlighting the potential of Floating Liquefied Natural Gas (FLNG) technology to unlock Nigeria’s vast gas resources.

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Colby Nigeria Assures Timely Delivery Of Ode-Itsekiri 33KV Power Project

Colby Nigeria Limited has assured of the timely delivery of the ongoing 33KV overhead line and electricity distribution project connecting Ode-Itsekiri and other communities in Delta State.

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Oba of Benin Backs Tinubu’s Continuity, Prays for Renewed Mandate

The Oba of Benin, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’Edo Uku’Akpolokpolo, Ewuare II, has called for the continuity of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying a leader who is performing well should be allowed to complete his work.

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Wike: My 2027 Deal Is With Tinubu, Not APC

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has drawn a clear distinction between his support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid and the participation of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in other elections, saying his political commitment is limited to helping the President secure a second term.

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Delta Begins Clampdown on Reckless Driving After 50+ Fatal Cases

The Delta State Police Command has begun a statewide clampdown on reckless driving following more than 50 fatal road crash and other preventable cases recorded across the state between July and the second week of September 2026.

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Peter Obi Denies Leaving Anambra With ₦2bn Ecological Loan

Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has denied claims that his administration left behind inherited debts, including a ₦2 billion ecological loan, contractor liabilities and unpaid salaries, gratuities and pensions.

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Oghara Attack Claims Life of Young Polytechnic Graduate, Leaves Co-worker Injured

A young man identified as Jeffrey, popularly known as “7,” has reportedly been killed in an attack in Otefe, Oghara, Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State.

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Oborevwori Appoints New Auditor-General, Inaugurates University Governing Councils

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has approved the appointment of Mr. Emasogbe Matthew Oghene as the new Auditor-General of the state.

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INEC Releases Final List of Delta State Senatorial Candidates for 2027 Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of candidates for the 2027 National Assembly elections, with political parties fielding contenders for the three senatorial districts in Delta State.

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Over Six Months Oil Spill Leaves Riverine Communities Without Food, Water

Almost seven months after crude oil began leaking into their waterways, residents of Odidi, Kantu and Keremor communities in Warri Southwest Local Government Area of Delta State, say the prolonged pollution has turned their traditional sources of food, water and income into a health and humanitarian crisis.

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Dafinone Defends Position on Sanubi-Orogun Industrial Gas Park, Rejects Claims of Anti-Urhobo Agenda

Says Industrial Gas Park Must Remain on Urhobo Land

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Delta Steps Up Water Transport Drive With New Cable Point Jetty in Asaba

The Delta State Government has inspected the newly constructed jetty at Cable Marine Point, Asaba, as part of efforts to improve water transportation within the state.

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Who Is Protecting Delta’s Children From Sexual Abuse?

In recent months, disturbing reports of children being sexually abused have continued to emerge from different parts of Delta State, raising serious questions about how well society is protecting its most vulnerable.