Zulum disburses N1bn, trains 1,050 youths on GSM repairs Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has launched an empowerment package worth N1,000,000,000 targeting thousands of young residents, mostly GSM repairers and technicians. The initiative targets 1,050 youths who will be trained on phone repairs and maintenance; about 3,000 other apprentices will receive cash. Each…
A BUDGET WITHOUT COMPLIANCE AND SCRUTINY: WHY NIGERIANS HAVE LOST FAITH IN TINUBU’S 2026 PROPOSAL …..A CYCLE OF BUDGETARY OPACITY AND FAILED EXPECTATIONS As President Bola Tinubu prepares to present the 2026 Appropriation Bill—estimated at ₦54.4 trillion—to the National Assembly on December 19, 2025, many Nigerians view the event with profound skepticism. This distrust stems…
Delta Unveils N1.7 Trillion 2026 Budget, Prioritises Capital Devt, Social Protection The Delta State Government has unveiled details of its 2026 Appropriation Law, with a total budget size of about N1.7 trillion, committing over 70 per cent to capital expenditure in a renewed push to deepen infrastructure development and social investment across the state. Briefing…
Delta EXCO Approves N42bn for Roads, Erosion control, Energy Projects The Delta State Executive Council (EXCO) has approved projects worth over N42 billion for road infrastructure, erosion and flood control, and the expansion of electricity supply across the state. Briefing journalists at the end of the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Sheriff…
Kiagbodo Community Pledges Support for Tinubu, Oborevwori as Clark Hosts Christmas Party The people of Kiagbodo and neighbouring Bikoroba communities have reaffirmed their support for the administrations of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, pledging continued loyalty in anticipation of more developmental projects in the area. The pledge was…
Oborevwori Signs Into Law Delta’s N1.729 Trillion 2026 Budget Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Tuesday, signed the Delta State’s 2026 Appropriation bill of N1. 729 tagged “Budget of Accelerating the MORE Agenda,” alongside three other key bills passed by the State House of Assembly into law. The assent sets the stage for accelerated development, enhanced security and…
Fostering Peace in Delta: The UNR Isoko Unity Cup Example By Nelson Egware In societies fractured by history, land disputes and lingering mistrust, peace is rarely restored by proclamations alone. It often grows quietly, nurtured through shared experiences that remind people of their common identity. In Delta State’s Isoko Nation, one such experience has emerged…
Why Engr. Chidiebere Amorha Deserves the Peoples’ Supreme Congress (PSC) Congress Man of the Year Award 2025 Engr. Chidiebere Amorha wins Peoples’ Supreme Congress Prestigious Award of Congress Man of Honour for the year 2025 in just concluded PSC National Convention held on Saturday 13th December 2025 in Serob Legacy Hotel, Wuye-Abuja, Nigeria. Engr. Chidiebere…
BY: JOSHUA ADINOYI It was a successful event at the Samphinno Town Hall Kpansia, Yenagoa Bayelsa State as Ebiras in the State and beyond, gathered to celebrate Ebira Day and End of Year 2025 amidst jubilation with the outing of Aneku Uzomi to spice up the day. Addressing the gathering, Chairman, Ebira Peoples Association (EPA)…
Oborevwori Condoles Diri, Family, Bayelsans Over Passing Of Ewhrudjakpo Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended heartfelt condolences to Governor Douye Diri, the Government and people of Bayelsa State over the passing of the state’s Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Governor…
