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Photo: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Key PDP official in Delta launch campaign for Tinubu re-election By Ishemienor Uwagor with agency report Fear gripped the ruling People’s Democratic Party in Delta State and indeed, across the country following a striking statement by Prince Johnson Erijo, Chief of Staff to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, suggesting that there is no vacancy in Aso Rock till 2031. The statement gave momentum to rumour that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, whom Erijo said would get a second term, had concluded plans to defect to the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC). Delta and Rivers states are major financiers of…

There is growing confusion in Edo State following the alleged diversion of an undisclosed amount from Governor Monday Okpebholo, which was intended to cover the medical expenses of Umoru Abdulahi’s wife, Happiness, and their newborn daughter. The funds were meant to assist the family after they were unable to settle the bills for a Caesarean Section delivery. Happiness and her baby were held for 21 days at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) in Benin City due to the unpaid bills, prompting Abdulahi to appeal to the media for help. However, according to a statement released on April 12…

Angry investors stormed the CBEX office in the Oke Ado area of Ibadan, Oyo State, on Tuesday morning after the digital trading platform reportedly crashed, leaving many users with zero balances in their accounts. The incident occurred amid growing concerns over the platform’s operational integrity and the safety of users’ investments. CBEX had positioned itself as a secure and transparent platform for cryptocurrency and digital asset trading. It quickly gained popularity among Nigerians seeking alternative investment opportunities in the digital space. However, its sudden crash has cast serious doubts on the platform’s credibility, with users alleging deceptive practices and poor…

Photo: Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun By Didimoko A. Didimoko In a major win for law enforcement, Nigerian police have arrested one of Delta State’s most wanted criminals—Abubakar Usman, popularly known as Shehu—a suspected mastermind behind a wave of high-profile kidnappings and killings in the region. The arrest was made on April 10, 2025, during a targeted sting operation carried out by the Delta State Police Command. According to Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Muyiwa Adejobi, Usman was identified as the leader of a deadly kidnapping gang responsible for several brutal crimes. During questioning, the suspect confessed to a…

The Senator representing Delta North, Senator Ned Nwoko has urged Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to abandon any plans of defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC), asserting that the ruling party has no interest in his membership. Nwoko made this statement in Agbor, Delta State, during the official defection of members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) under the Delta Unity Group (DUG) in Ika Federal Constituency to the APC. He expressed strong confidence that the APC in Delta State is well-positioned to defeat Governor Oborevwori and the PDP in the 2027 general elections. This comes amid ongoing speculation about the…

… 6 Tips and DIY on Aloe Vera Use and Benefit By Orezi Ogaga Amagada In a beauty world overflowing with 12-step routines and lab-formulated serums, aloe vera is the humble green plant that is stealing the spotlight—and doing it all with quiet confidence. Aloe vera, the long-time sunburn soother, has officially graduated from your vacation skincare kit to front-row status in modern beauty routines. Why? Because this little succulent is a minimalist’s dream: one ingredient, endless benefits. From hydrating dry skin to calming breakouts, aloe vera is the skin savior that works across skin types, seasons, and lifestyles. No…

Governor Bassey Otu has described the commencement of construction on Section 3A/3B of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as a historic breakthrough for Cross River State and the South-South region. The governor spoke during the flag-off of the 70km long Section 3A/3B, with Section 3A of the road linking Cross River and Akwa Ibom States, and other states in the South-south and South Eastern part of the country. He lauded the project as “a bold and visionary move that will transform the economic fortunes of our region,” saying it will restore Calabar’s status as a maritime hub while enhancing connectivity by…

By Deborah Nnamdi The Cross River State Police Command has dismissed Inspector Effiong Bassey for fatally shooting one individual and injuring two others in Calabar, the state capital. Police spokesperson Irene Ugbo confirmed the dismissal in a statement on Monday, noting that Bassey has been arraigned and is currently remanded at the Afokang Correctional Centre. She said, “The Police Officer has been duly dismissed, charged to court, and remanded at Afokang Correctional Centre. We visited the deceased family on the same day and also went to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital to see the injured victims, who underwent a…

By Deborah Nnamdi Nigeria’s 23 power generation companies have warned that they can no longer ensure a stable electricity supply due to a deepening liquidity crisis in the electricity market, with outstanding debts now surpassing N4 trillion. In a statement released on Monday and signed by Col. Sani Bello (retd.), Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Association of Power Generation Companies, the firms raised serious concerns about the growing financial strain. They cautioned that without urgent intervention, ongoing operational challenges and the mounting debt could lead to the shutdown of power plants. The companies stated that the persistent…

Governors elected under the platform of the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP) have firmly ruled out any possibility of a merger or coalition with other political parties ahead of the 2027 general elections. This declaration comes amidst ongoing political realignments and speculations about potential alliances as Nigeria’s major parties gear up for the next electoral cycle. The resolution was a major outcome of the PDP Governors Forum’s 24th general meeting for the 2025 political year, held on Monday at the Oyo State Governor’s Office, Agodi Secretariat, in Ibadan. The meeting brought together state governors elected on the PDP ticket to…