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DOPF 2026 Confab: Journalists, Stakeholders To Brainstorm On Democracy, Electoral Integrity, And Security

September 25, 2026September 25, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

The Delta Online Publishers Forum (DOPF), has announced preparations for its 2026 Annual Conference and 6th Lecture Series, with a major gathering of media professionals, government officials, political leaders, lawmakers, security chiefs, academics, business leaders and other stakeholders expected in Asaba. The conference, scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at David’s Event Centre, […]

TRADITIONAL RULERSHIP AND POLITICS: NEUTRALITY OR PARTISANSHIP BY PROF. O. IGHO NATUFE, PRESIDENT GENERAL OF OKPE UNION (WORLDWIDE),

September 25, 2026September 25, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

As has been argued elsewhere, traditional rulership is incongruous with a republican political system. The search for a role for traditional rulers in the governance of Nigeria has been elusive, notwithstanding the promises of each succeeding government – civilian and military – to carve a role for them in the Constitution. Towards this end, the […]

Oborevwori: Delta Is Nigeria’s Education Hub Approves New Salary Structure For Tertiary Institutions

September 22, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, said he has approved a new salary structure for academic staff of the four state-owned universities effective from August 2026, while that of non-academic staff and other tertiary institutions would take effect from September. Oborevwori spoke in Asaba at the swearing-in of the newly appointed Auditor-General of […]

Oborevwori Urges Delta Tertiary Institutions To Prepare Students For Rapidly Changing World,

September 20, 2026September 20, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

Delta Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has challenged tertiary institutions in the state to move beyond producing certificate holders and focus on developing competent graduates, impactful research and solutions to societal challenges. The State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, gave the charge on behalf of Governor Oborevwori while delivering a lecture titled, “Repositioning […]

Oborevwori Condoles Catholics Over Death of Fr Anthony Ozele

September 16, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Wednesday, commiserated with the Catholic Diocese of Warri and the Christian faithful over the death of Very Rev. Fr. Anthony Mario Ozele, Episcopal Vicar of Ughelli Pastoral Region and Parish Priest of Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Ughelli. Fr Ozele, who was aged 60, died in the […]

2027: Urhobo Royal Fathers Adopt Oborevwori As Sole Guber Candidate

September 10, 2026September 10, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

The Forum of Urhobo Traditional Rulers(Ukoko r’Ivie r’Urhobo) have adopted Governor Sheriff Oborovori as the sole candidate of Urhobo Nation for the 2027 Governorship Election. At a world press conference today(10/9/2026) in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Council of Delta State, the Urhobo Monarchs said: “As custodians of our culture and heritage, our primary commitment remains […]

Ahon, DOPF Hail Aniagwu On Birthday, Say He Has Added Value To Governance

September 7, 2026September 7, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

The Chief Press Secretary to Delta State Governor, Sir Festus Ahon, has congratulated the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr Charles Aniagwu, on his birth anniversary. Ahon, in a statement to mark Aniagwu’s birth anniversary, described him as a versatile professional whose experience in journalism and public communication has continued to benefit […]

Oborevwori Wants Newly Created Nigerian Army 83 Division Hqrs Be Sited In Delta

September 1, 2026September 1, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian Army Headquarters to site the headquarters of the newly created 83 Division of the Nigerian Army in Delta State. Oborevwori made the appeal when he received a committee from the Nigerian Army Headquarters on a stakeholders’ consultative visit to […]

Delta To Revamp Schools In 25 LGA, Approves 12 New Duplexes For Perm Secs

August 31, 2026September 1, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

I’m The Delta State Government has approved a massive rehabilitation and reconstruction work in primary and secondary schools across the state, with the job expected to commence in the coming weeks. The decision was among the major resolutions reached at Monday’s State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. Briefing journalists after the […]

DELTA@35: Oborevwori Pays Tribute To Past, Present Leaders For Their Contributions

August 27, 2026August 27, 2026 Amurun KelvinLeave a Comment

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Thursday commemorated the state’s 35th anniversary, commending successive administrations and the people of Delta State for their contributions to its peace, stability and development. Oborevwori spoke at a thanksgiving service held at the Government House Chapel, Asaba, to mark the anniversary of Delta State’s creation. The governor […]