Rivers State: President Tinubu Tells PANDEF To Adhere To Rule Of Law To Restore Peace

Rivers State: President Tinubu Tells PANDEF To Adhere To Rule Of Law To Restore Peace

President Bola Tinubu, addressing political leaders from the South-South on Tuesday in Abuja, emphasised the critical need for adherence to the rule of law in Rivers State to ensure lasting peace and prosperity. During a meeting with representatives and leaders of the Niger Delta under the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), President Tinubu reiterated that respect for the judiciary is crucial in upholding democracy and fostering harmony. The President advised the leaders to be more broadminded,…

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CONDOLENCE VISIT: Uviejitobor Commisserates With Kpomalefe Family Over Father’s Death

CONDOLENCE VISIT: Uviejitobor Commisserates With Kpomalefe Family Over Father’s Death

The Honourable Commissioner for Oil and Gas who also the President-General of Udu Kingdom, Hon. (Chief) Peter Okagbare Uviejitobor (JP), Saturday, commiserated with the Kpomalefe family over the demise of their father, Evang. Hon. Pa Julius Jakorovo Kpomalefe, describing him as an inspirational father. Commissioner Uviejitobor, who paid a condolence visit to the bereaved family at the Ekete residence of the political legend, said the Pa. Kpomalefe was a house old name in Udu, adding…

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ALADJA/OGBE-IJOH CRISIS: Governor Oborevwori strikes lasting peace as parties agree on terms of settlement

ALADJA/OGBE-IJOH CRISIS: Governor Oborevwori strikes lasting peace as parties agree on terms of settlement

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Saturday, met with stakeholders of Aladja and Ogbe-Ijoh communities in Udu and Warri South-West Local Government Areas of the state over the age-long land dispute. The meeting, which held at the Osubi residence of the Governor, had in attendance members of the peace committee of the Aladja and Ogbe-Ijoh crisis. At the meeting, both parties agreed to live in peace and adhere to the terms of settlement agreeable…

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BREAKING: Supreme Court Sacks Rivers Local Government Chairmen

BREAKING: Supreme Court Sacks Rivers Local Government Chairmen

The judgement delivered by Justice Jamilu Tukur declared the 5th of October 2024, election by the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission invalid. In a judgment delivered by Justice Jamilu Tukur, the court declared the election invalid for grossly violating the Electoral Act. Reading the judgement, Justice Tukur said the action of the Rivers State Independent Electoral Commission is declared void for lack of substantial compliance to the Electoral Act and guidelines as the electoral body…

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BREAKING NEWS: Supreme Court Stops CBN From Releasing Funds To Rivers Govt, Orders Martin Amaewhule To Resume Sitting Immediately

BREAKING NEWS: Supreme Court Stops CBN From Releasing Funds To Rivers Govt, Orders Martin Amaewhule To Resume Sitting Immediately

The Supreme Court has barred the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Accountant General of the Federation and other agencies from releasing funds to the government of rivers state until it purges itself of what the court describes as flagrant disobedience to court orders. In a one hour, thirty-six-minute judgement delivered by justice Emmanuel Akomaye, the five-man panel of the court unanimously dismissed the cross-appeal filed by Governor Siminalayi Fubara challenging the validity of the…

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Udu Kingdom Postpones UUC Elections To March 15

Udu Kingdom Postpones UUC Elections To March 15

The Union of Udu Communities, the apex leadership organs of all 32 traditional Udu communities, Udu Local Government Area of Delta state has postponed her general elections earlier scheduled for March 8 to Saturday March 15, 2025 to allow for more consultations and accommodate all interest groups in Udu without compromising the integrity of the elections. Rising from an emergency meeting of the Union on Wednesday, President General of the Union of Udu Communities, Hon…

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Udu Youths pass vote of confidence on UUC EXCO

Udu Youths pass vote of confidence on UUC EXCO

By Ejiro Oniyan The umbrella body of Udu youths, Ighele (UPU Youth Wing), Udu Kingdom chapter, passed vote of confidence on the Executive of the Caretaker Committee of Union of Udu Communities led by Hon. (Chief) Peter Okagbare Uviejitobor as the President-General for their selfless service. Comr. Igho Onobraekpeyen, President of Ighele of Udu on behalf of all Udu youths pass the vote of confidence during the courtesy visit of the youth body to the…

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Defection: Nwoko won’t get APC ticket for 2027 Senatorial election____ Ndukwe

Defection: Nwoko won’t get APC ticket for 2027 Senatorial election____ Ndukwe

A one time Executive Chairman of Oshimili North Local government Council , Hon Louis Ogugua Ndukwe, Esq, has stated unequivocally , that despite the razzmatazz associated with the defection from the PDP to the APC, of the Senator representing Delta North Senatorial district at the Red Chambers of the National Assembly , Hon Prince Ned Nwoko , his plan of picking his new party,s ticket to contest the Senate position, is an exercise in futility….

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Defection: Nwoko won’t get APC ticket for 2027 Senatorial election____ Ndukwe

Defection: Nwoko won’t get APC ticket for 2027 Senatorial election____ Ndukwe

A one time Executive Chairman of Oshimili North Local government Council , Hon Louis Ogugua Ndukwe, Esq, has stated unequivocally , that despite the razzmatazz associated with the defection from the PDP to the APC, of the Senator representing Delta North Senatorial district at the Red Chambers of the National Assembly , Hon Prince Ned Nwoko , his plan of picking his new party,s ticket to contest the Senate position, is an exercise in futility….

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Delta: D-CARES programme expands database to 247,000 beneficiaries

Delta: D-CARES programme expands database to 247,000 beneficiaries

The Delta Community. Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (D-CARES) programme has reached a significant milestone, with its database expanding to 247,000 beneficiaries. The number of direct beneficiaries increased from 36,353 to 110,841 and currently stands at 247,000 within a ten-month period in the year 2024, representing an approximate 205% increase. This expansion underscores the programme’s commitment to providing economic stability and support to those in need. This remarkable growth underscores the initiative’s ongoing efforts…

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