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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…

The Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Thursday, commissioned several projects in Bomadi Local Government Council. Speaking at the occasion, the Governor observed that with the number of projects commissioned, it was evident that local government councils “can drive real change when leaders are focused and committed.” Governor Oborevwori who commended the Chairman of Bomadi Local Government Council, Hon. Dagidi Andaye for executing the projects, was represented at the occasion by his…

There was a fire outbreak at Kolokolo Market in the early hours on Tuesday 29th July, 2025 at about 1:30am Mid- Night where goods worth millions of naira were lost in the incident. While inspecting the incident, Austin Achojanure, Ambrose Omorogie and Happy Amere – Chairman, PRO and the eye of Owghuvie in Kolokolo Quarter, in Enerhen Community respectively expressed sadness for the level of destruction of goods and infrastructures at the market. However, the…

Delta State Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Hon. (Chief) Peter Okagbare Uviejitobor (JP) has sent warm greetings to Honourable Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs and Girl Child Development, Hon. Orode Uduaghan on the occasion of her birthday anniversary. While congratulating Orode Uduaghan on this milestone, Hon. Uviejitobor described her journey at 36 as vibrant, sound and full of intellectual capability to steer the ship of leadership to a greater height. Uviejitobor further stated that Orode’s commitment…

The Honourable Commissioner for Oil and Gas in Delta State, Hon. (Chief) Peter Okagbare Uviejitobor has extolled the Special Adviser to the Governor of Delta State on Government Affairs, Chief Jite Brown on the occasion of his birthday anniversary. The two term House of Assembly member, Special Adviser and now, Commissioner described the former Udu LG Council Chairman and now, Special Adviser as a man with many parts. Uviejitobor also remarked that Jite’s unwavering commitment…

In keeping with his promises to ardent followers, the Delta State Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Hon (Chief) Peter Uviejitobor, Sunday, doled out fifteen million naira to 150 Indigenes of Udu local government area to boost their petty trades and small scale businesses. Each of the beneficiaries got one hundred thousand naira from the gesture, which Hon Uviejitobor said was in appreciation of their support for Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Flagging…

Delta State Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Hon (Chief) Peter Uviejitobor, has rejoiced with the immediate past Governor of the state, Senator (Dr) Ifeanyi Okowa on his 66th birthday anniversary. Hon Uviejitobor in a good will message to Dr Okowa as he turns 66 today, 8th July 2025, described him as a visionary and dependable leader of great repute. The Oil and Gas Commissioner recalled his political journey in the state, the role played by…

The Honourable Commissioner for Oil and Gas, Hon. (Chief) Peter Okagbare Uviejitobor (JP), earlier today, paid a condolence visit to Hon. Ernest Kpator and other family members over the demise of their mother, Mrs. Mabel Noba Kpator, describing her as mama for all. The Commissioner who paid the visit to the bereaved family at her husband residence, Aladja Community in Udu Local Government Area of Delta State, said Late Mrs. Kpator had lived impactful life…

The Delta State Government says residents should expect game-changing benefits including innovations in waste management and increased investment attraction from Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s recent trip to China. The State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu who accompanied the Governor on the trip, spoke at a press conference in Asaba, the state capital. Flanked by Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Sir Festus Ahon and Executive Assistant to the Governor on…