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Politics

Delta State to Build Asaba International Market in 2025

Oborevwori says work has begun on the site of the former Abraka Market, with Efab Properties building and allocating stalls.

Politics

Governor Oborevwori Fires Information Commissioner

Charles Aniagwu, works commissioner for rural roads, takes over information from Ifeanyi Osuoza, whose removal sources link to complaints of incompetence.

Community

110 Youths Empowered with Computer Skills in Delta

The free five-day course, run by the Owerre-Olubor Youths Association, will continue, with beneficiaries urging more government partnership.

Niger Delta

Escravos Channel Still Clogged After NPA Dredging Failure

A contract was awarded and a dredger deployed, but it left without working, raising costs and spill risks.

Community

Nigeria Receives $52.88M in Recovered Assets Linked to Diezani

Fagbemi says $50 million will fund rural electrification through the World Bank, with $2 million supporting justice reforms.

Community

Urhobo Leader Slams Ijaw’s Population Claim

Keston Okoro warns Urhobos against complacency, saying Ijaw claims of numerical dominance threaten their hold on Delta governorship in 2027.

News

Ijaws in Delta APC Demand Key Roles Ahead of 2027

Godsday Orubebe told a Burutu stakeholders meeting the group wants congress positions, praising Tinubu appointments while seeking wider recognition.

News

Warri’s New Development Plan Targets Eko Atlantic-Style Urbanization

Isaac Agbateyiniro has inaugurated a properties and investment board to drive housing, industry and commerce in Warri South.

News

Delta Girl, Boyfriend Arrested for Faking Kidnap, Extorting N2 Million

Police recovered the ransom after the woman confessed she scripted her own abduction to milk her parents.

News

From ‘Japa’ to ‘Suya’: Oxford Dictionary Adds Nigerian Words in Latest Update

International

Tuggar: Nigeria Has No Plans to Cut Ties with France

The minister dismissed rumours of a rift as unfounded, citing counter-terrorism ties and Nigeria's push for Security Council representation.

Niger Delta

Lawyer Accuses Tantita Security, Esimaje Awani of Rights Abuses, Others

News

Court Orders Status Quo in Edo LG Chairmen Suspension Dispute

Justice Emeka Nwite ruled on an ex-parte motion by the 18 chairmen, who face misconduct and abuse of office accusations.

Community

Aladja Youths Demand Action After Robbers Escape Police Custody

Politics

Delta Govt Accelerates Road, Drainage Projects in Asaba

International

Nigeria Steps Up Screening Over New Chinese Virus

The NCDC will enforce quarantine protocols for arrivals as HMPV spreads among children in northern China, causing milder symptoms than COVID-19.

Politics

Court Rules Fubara Can Work with Three Lawmakers

The court dismissed a suit seeking to force budget presentation to the 27 defected lawmakers, awarding N500,000 costs against the plaintiffs.

Community

Delta PDP Leaders Accuse Oborevwori of APC Defection Plot

In an open letter, concerned party leaders demand the governor clarify reported dealings with APC figures ahead of 2027.