Senator Ede Dafinone’s Second Term: A Strategic Advantage For The Urhobo Nation

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By Aderiobor Blessing     The prospect of a second term for Senator Ede Dafinone as the representative of Delta Central Senatorial District is more than a political milestone; it represents a strategic opportunity for the Urhobo Nation. Having gained valuable legislative experience and national visibility during his first term, he now stands as a ranking senator with greater influence in the National Assembly. This elevated status places him in a stronger position to attract development, shape policy, and advance the interests of his constituents. For many across Delta Central, his…

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Warri NUJ Election: Chairmanship Candidate, Akpokona Releases Manifesto

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MY MANIFESTO   Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Warri Correspondents’ Chapel   “Journalists’ Welfare Is Non-Negotiable”   Fellow colleagues, We tell the stories of others. We expose injustice. We demand accountability. But today, many journalists cannot confidently demand accountability for themselves. Too many of us face: Months of unpaid salaries, Poor remuneration in private and state-owned media houses, No health insurance, No life insurance despite high-risk assignments, Harassment and intimidation, Job insecurity and casualization.   This is not dignity. This is not justice. And it must end. I am contesting…

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Dr. Apoki to Deliver Keynote at 2026 Advocate Annual Lecture on Nigeria’s Governance Crisis

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    The Chairman of the Advocate Lecture Series Board of Council (ALSBC), Olorogun Abraham Ogbodo, has announced Charles Apoki, an international conference speaker and advocate of good governance, as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Advocate Publication Annual Lecture Series.   This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Secretary  of the Advocate Lecture Series Board of Council, Comrade Shedrack Onitsha who held that the choice of Dr Charles Apoki was in line with the visions of the organization.   Olorogun Ogbodo, a former Editor of the Guardian…

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Sapele Crisis: Again, Dafinone Emerges As Resolute Voice For Urhobo Interest

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By Akpos Oghentega,     In the unfolding leadership crisis in Sapele-Okpe Community, one figure has again emerged as a decisive and influential voice for the Urhobo Nation — Senator Ede Dafinone, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District. Many observers say his quiet but firm intervention played a pivotal role in the decision by the His Royal Majesty, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), Orhue I, the Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, to suspend the Community Chairman’s controversial amendments of the community’s constitution and equally halt indefinitely his attempt to create a…

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Constitutional Breach: Delta NUJ Chairman, Oyowe Gets Vote Of No Confidence From Warri Chapel

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Members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Warri Correspondent’s Chapel,have passed a vote of no confidence on the state chairman, Comr Churchill Oyowe over alleged breach of the construction. The chapel in an emergency congress held at the ultra modern conference hall of the Tompolo Press Center, described the actions of the state chairman of the Union unconstitutional. According to a communique by the Chapel, “After exhaustive deliberations, members of the Chapel expressed grave concern over what they described as unconstitutional actions and conduct exhibited by the State Council Chairman,…

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Opinion: The Urgent Need For A Ranking Senator For The Urhobo Nation

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By P. O Edu., Esq.   The distinction between merely having a senator and having a ranking senator is profound. While a senator may face limitations in accessing vital opportunities, a ranking senator enjoys nearly limitless access to resources and influence that can significantly enhance the lives of his constituents.   Throughout the years, we have witnessed the stark contrast in the impact of a senator versus that of a ranking senator. The latter possesses the power to unlock a wealth of opportunities and drive the dividends of democracy directly…

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Senator Dafinone Laments NDLEA Ineffectiveness Over Justice For Omhonria Family

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By Nelson Agbajor   The Senate Committee on Legislative Compliance has raised concerns over the slow implementation of the National Assembly’s directives to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) regarding compensation for the family of Mr. Fidelis Omhonria.   Recall that the directives were issued following the tragic incident in which two-year-old Onosereba Omhonria was killed and his younger brother, Eromonsele Omhonria, sustained a gunshot injury to the eye during an operation involving NDLEA officers.   The Vice Chairman and Acting Chairman of the committee, Senator Ede Dafinone, while…

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How CP-SAT Operatives Nab Suspected Cultists In Ughelli

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  The Delta State CP-SAT team based in Ughelli led by ASP Julius Robinson, have arrested number of persons suspected to be cultists in connection with the recent cult killings in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.   It was gathered the security operatives in an intelligence operation tracked the suspects to a hotel in Ekiugbo Community.   According to a source, “Delta State security operatives reportedly arrested the Vikings (DNKI) number 1 man and his Vikings squad in the area. (Spydolina Platoon).   “The security operatives received…

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2027: The Mistake the Urhobo Nation Must Not Make

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By Akpos Oghentega,     In the buildup to the 2011 general elections, the late Senator Professor Adego Eferakeya issued a stern, prophetic warning to the Urhobo nation. He spoke of a quiet but devastating peril: the danger of lacking a “ranking senator” in the Nigerian National Assembly. As a member of his media campaign team during that era, I sat in the front row of history, listening as he articulated a reality that many political observers ignore to their own detriment. Senator Eferakeya was unambiguous—the Urhobo nation, despite its…

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Okpe Monarch Stops The Creation Of ‘5th Quarter’ In Sapele-Okpe Community, Suspends Amendment Of Constitution

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    The Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), Orhue I, has suspended the controversial amendment of the Sapele-Okpe Community constitution and the creation of a purported fifth quarter that recently triggered tensions within the community.   The royal directive followed a stakeholders’ meeting convened at the Orodje’s Palace in Orerokpe, Delta State, aimed at resolving the crisis surrounding the leadership of the community and the alleged unilateral constitutional changes by the executive led by Chief Onoriode Temiagin.   The revered Monarch, who is also the Chairman…

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