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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Aladja Youths Demand Action After Robbers Escape Police Custody

Delta Govt Accelerates Road, Drainage Projects in Asaba

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.

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.

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.