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PDP Ughelli North PDP Members Shine in National Convention Committee Appointments The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) Ughelli North chapter extends warm congratulations to its members who have been nominated and confirmed to serve on the National Convention Organizing Sub-Committees for the upcoming National Elective Convention. The following members were recognized for their dedication and service: Their appointment is a testament to their hard work, integrity, and commitment to the party’s values. We are confident that…

Oborevwori Mourns Oscar Ibru, Says His Passing A Great Loss To Urhobo Nation Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of prominent Urhobo son, businessman and philanthropist, Olorogun Oscar Ibru, describing his passing as a monumental loss to the Urhobo nation and Nigeria at large. Governor Oborevwori in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, commiserated with the Ibru family of Agbarha-Otor,…

The Olotu and Ekuogbe Rowland Akpodiete Foundation recently marked its 7th anniversary by empowering PDP women leaders in the Ughelli/Udu Federal Constituency. The ceremony, held on August 28, 2025, at Otor-Ihwreko town hall, was filled with joy and excitement. The Executive Director of the foundation, Hon. Dr. Olotu Otemu Akpodiete, Ph.D., emphasized that the program aimed to scale up the welfare of the party and demonstrate its strength. Despite recent defections, including the sitting Governor…

In a move aimed at deepening stakeholder’s engagement and ensuring operational fairness in the oil-producing regions, the Delta State Government has directed Sterling Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO) to immediately issue a Purchase Order for the supply of Automotive Gas Oil, AGO, to communities under the AGGE Bayelsa and Delta Global Memorandum of Understanding, GMOU Board. An official statement signed by the Delta State Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Hon. (Chief) Peter Uviejitobor,…

In a move aimed at deepening stakeholder’s engagement and ensuring operational fairness in the oil-producing regions, the Delta State Government has directed Sterling Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO) to immediately issue a Purchase Order for the supply of Automotive Gas Oil, AGO, to communities under the AGGE Bayelsa and Delta Global Memorandum of Understanding, GMOU Board. An official statement signed by the Delta State Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Hon. (Chief) Peter Uviejitobor,…

The Olotu and Ekuogbe Rowland Akpodiete Foundation recently marked its 7th anniversary by distributing over 100 health insurance cards to beneficiaries across Udu Local Government Area of Delta State. The distribution took place at the Ubogo community Town Hall. The Executive Director of the foundation, Dr. Olotu Akpodiete JP, expressed appreciation to the Executive Governor of Delta State, His Excellency,Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for his healthcare policy, which aims to improve the well-being of Deltans….

The Magistrates’ Court sitting in Asaba has adjourned to November 7, 2025, the criminal trial of Pastor Sunday Ogbogho of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), who is facing prosecution for allegedly assaulting a journalist with tools including a spanner. Pastor Ogbogho was arraigned before Magistrate Court 4, Asaba, on August 11, 2025, over attack on journalist Kenneth Orusi at No. 5 Elder Ediale Street, off Ibusa Road, Asaba, inflicting head injuries including teeth…

The Olotu & Ekuogbe Rowland Akpodiete Foundation is celebrating 7 years of committed service delivery to communities, especially within Delta State. Our desire, passion, and zeal for serving humanity have driven our impactful delivery, and we’us grateful to our like-minded partners, individuals, and corporations who have supported us on this journey. It’s been an incredible 7 years of impactful service, and we invite those who haven’t joined us yet to come on board and be…

The disputes between Heritage Energy Operational Services Limited, HESOL, operators of OML 30 and host Landlords over rent increment and expired leases, have been resolved by the Delta State Government. The State Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Hon (Chief) Peter Uviejitobor who presided over a mediation meeting with the indigenous oil firm and OML 30 landlords in his office in Asaba, expressed happiness over return of peace between the parties. Hon Uviejitobor directed the company…

The Asaba Magistrates’ Court has arraigned Pastor Sunday Ogbogho of the Redeemed Christian Church of God for allegedly assaulting journalist Kenneth Orusi with tools including a wheel spanner, causing head injuries in an incident that occurred on July 27, 2025, at No. 5 Elder Ediale Street, off Ibusa Road, Asaba. The charge, recorded under Case File No. 367 at the Magistrate Court 4, Asaba, with Mr. Alex Ibe, as the Police Prosecutor, read in open…