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Gov Fubara Addresses Rivers People After Tinubu State Of Emergency Declaration

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    My dear Rivers People,   I address you today with a deep sense of responsibility and calm, as we navigate this unfortunate moment in our state’s political history.   Since assuming office as your Governor, all my actions and decisions have been guided by my constitutional oath of office and a great sense of duty.   We prioritized the protection of lives and property and ensured the continuous progress of our dear State.   Even in the face of the political impasse, we have remained committed to constitutional…

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Delta Govt Has Constructed Several Roads In Riverine Areas-Oborevwori

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  The Delta State government has constructed several kilometers of roads and drainage channels in the riverine areas of the state, the state’s Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has said. Speaking on Monday in Asaba when course participants of the Naval War College Nigeria (NWCN), Calabar, paid him a courtesy visit, Oborevwori, disclosed that his administration through the MORE Agenda was committed to “fostering inclusive development and enhancing the quality of lives of our people.” The governor who was represented by his Deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, said his administration was…

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Nigerian Army Recover, Dumped Corpse In Delta

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The corpse of unidentified male has been recovered and deposited at the morgue by the military personnel while in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. It was gathered that the corpse of the unidentified male within the age of 18-22, was dumped along the ECN road. Though the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer SP Edafe Bright could not be contacted but a senior security source from Ughelli South confirmed the incident.. According to the source, “On 12/03/25, about 9:25 at the ECN road, in front of the…

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Olomu Community Petitions Gov Oborevwori Over Allege Attack, Land Grabbing By Neighbouring Ijaw Community

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The people of Oviri-Olomu community in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, have called State Governor Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori to urgently intervene into the crisis brewing between her neighboring Ijaw community, Egodor in Burutu local government over an alleged attack on them and their lands.     The community in a petition signed by it’s president general, Engr Arumala, called on governor Oborevwori, the Department of Security Service and other relevant authorities to prevent the recent attack on them from escalating into a full blown war.  …

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UGHELLI NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCILLORS NEED THE SUPPORT OF THEIR CONSTITUENTS IRRESPECTIVE OF OUR POLITICAL AFFILIATIONS

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  By Jeckins Ejiro Wisike   The suppression of entitlements and benefits of the Ughelli North Local Government Council Legislature Arm by the Executive is a clear violation of democratic principles and a blatant disregard for constitutional responsibilities. The denial of operational vehicles to the elected Councillors—who represent the people—undermines their ability to effectively perform their legislative duties. It is unjust and undemocratic for the Executive Arm to withhold these entitlements, which are essential for the proper functioning of the Local Government system. The separation of powers is a cornerstone…

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Between Ogboru and Omo-Agege: Who is the greater Asset to Urhobo?

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By Annabel Ogheneganre   Hate speech, as the United Nations denotes it is an offensive discourse that targets a group or individual based on inherent characteristics, such as race, religion, or gender, and has the potential to threaten social and pollical harmony. This occurs both offline and online, with the intention to discriminate against or degrade an individual or group. Most hate speeches stem from prejudices and long-held notions about individuals and groups. The most dangerous and destructive attributes of hate speeches is when they highlight a stereotypical profiling of…

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Opposition in Delta, alliance of ‘strange bedfellows’ -Aniagwu

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  Delta State Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, weekend, described the opposition in the state as an alliance of “strange bedfellows”. Speaking on Arise Television “This Week”, Aniagwu said the opposition alliances were formed not out of shared values but for political convenience, leading to incoherent policy positions and egoistic dispositions. Aniagwu also criticized the opposition for being out of touch with the realities in Delta State, highlighting that their narratives demonstrate a lack of engagement with the state’s current developments. He further noted…

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OKUAMA : ONE YEAR AFTER THE KILLINGS

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BY ABRAHAM OGBODO     It will be one year today, March 14, since the unfortunate killing of 17 soldiers, including four officers, at a location along the Forcados River in Delta State. While the point about the actual killers of the servicemen remains hanging, the Army, in the aftermath, pinned the killing down to persons in Okuama, a fishing community in Ughelli South local government area of Delta State. The army explained that the 17 soldiers were on a mission to settle a land dispute between Okuama, an Urhobo…

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Isodje Junction: A Nightmare Unresolved As Rains Approach

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From, Akpovoke Otiti (Asaba)   As the rainy season looms, residents of Ughelli are once again confronted with the deplorable state of Isodje Junction. Year after year, this critical junction remains a nightmare, plagued by deep gullies, stagnant water, and impassable roads. Commuters and business owners bear the brunt of this neglect, forced to navigate through pools of muddy water and hazardous potholes that damage vehicles and disrupt daily activities. The cries for intervention have been loud and persistent, yet they continue to fall on deaf ears. Ironically, when community…

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RIVERS CRISIS: WHY I DON’T PITY FUBARA

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By Zik Gbemre,     Incumbent Governor Siminalayi Fubara allowed self to be used for the sake of power. Fubara a civil service worker that was junior to many workers in River State Civil Service was imposed by Wike as Accountant General of the state above them.   Fubara who was not a card carrying member of PDP but was imposed on them as governorship flag bearer of PDP in River State. Alot of people were opposed for him to have emerged as governor. So why is he complaining now?…

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