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‘James Ibori to return home before July’ – Ayiri Emami
Billionaire and business magnate, Ayiri Emami has declared that former Delta state governor, James Ibori who is currently in jail in the United Kingdom for charges of corruption and money…
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Ex-Delta governor, Felix Olorogun Ibru is dead
Former Delta State governor, Felix Olorogun Ibru has passed away at the age of 80. The business tycoon, who was once a Senator, was said to have died after a…
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38 dead principals, 28 strange names discovered on payroll of Delta schools
Delta state governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, has revealed that 38 dead secondary school principals and 15 retired teachers were discovered to still be receiving salaries as regular members of staff in…
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UK police chief to face panel over conviction of Ibori
The Chief of Metropolitan Police, Sir Bernard Hogan-Howe has been put on blast over claims that the Scotland Yard and the Crown Prosecution Service were complicit in a "deliberate cover-up"…
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How Britain, Nigeria allegedly conspired to jail James Ibori
Lawyers to jailed former Governor of Delta state, James Ibori, on Wednesday, surprised a court sitting in Southwark, London, by presenting evidence before the presiding judge, Judge Tomlinson, of a…
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James Ibori might be leaving UK jail soon – Here’s why
Former governor of Delta state, James Ibori, who has been serving a 13-year sentence to prison in the UK, is hopeful that his conviction by a British court will be…
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Youth corps member dies in church… during night vigil
Tragedy struck in Delta state, when a youth corps member slumped and died in a church in the state. The youth corps member, identified as Excellent Okpako Akevwighome, slumped and…
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21 students involved in ‘transactional homosexuality’ arrested in Delta
Well the rumors are true now, aren't they? The rumor isn't that they are homosexuals, instead, it is that the act is prevalent in the South East only for financial…
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These are the contracts, benefits Edwin Clark got from Jonathan – Ijaw group
Reacting to Edwin Clark's statement that he did not benefit anything from former President, Goodluck Jonathan, a group, Ijaw Justice Forum (IJF), has described him as ungrateful. The group claimed that…
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Delta state governor’s election upheld by tribunal
The election of Ifeanyi Okowa, as the governor of Delta state, has been upheld by the election tribunal. The Delta State Governorship Election petition sitting in Asaba, on Monday, validated the…
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Delta governor speaks with common sense about Buhari’s assets
Finally, someone addresses the situation in an objective, not-so-myopic manner. The furor and reactions that trailed President Buhari's assets declaration nearly eclipsed the unofficial celebration of his 100 days in…
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Uduaghan says diversification will boost the economy
by Ranti Joseph With the dwindling economy in not only Nigeria but also Sub-Saharan Africa countries, Governor of Delta state, Emmanuel Uduaghan has also saw the need for diversification of…
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Benakak: Jonathan Did Nothing for His People
by Iyobosa Omoregie Former Niger Delta militant leader, Ebikabowei Victor Benakak is utterly displeased with President Goodluck Jonathan. The man popularly known as General Boyloaf says Jonathan failed to do…
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Sad news: Nollywood actor, Peter Bunor is dead
by Kemisola Filani Veteran Nollywood actor, Peter Bunor died in the early hours of Friday (today) morning in Asaba, Delta State. Bunor who appeared in several Nollywood movies died after…
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Gov. Uduaghan lectures us on what caused PDP’s loss (READ)
by Ranti Joseph More light has been thrown into widespread speculations on why the ruling Peoples Democratic Party lost at the centre and in several states of the federation. The…
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Today’s Daily Brief: Police restrict vehicular movements in Abia, other states, Inconclusive Delta senatorial polls hold on Saturday, S’Africa suspends parliament to fight xenophobia, and more
The Acting Inspector General of Police, Mr Solomon Arase, has ordered a restriction of vehicular movements in Local Government Areas where re-run elections will be held in five states on…
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Asagba of Asaba endorses President Jonathan for re-election
by Ranti Joseph President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday, February 27, visited Delta state, where he was received by the Asagba of Asaba, Chike Edozien, in his palace. While…
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This is how GEJ landed in Delta today (PHOTOS)
by Ranti Joseph President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday, February 27, arrived Delta state, on a two day visit. Presidential spokesperson, Reuben Abati, posted on Twitter, the photos of the president on…
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Opinion: Can Delta state be the Dubai of Nigeria?
by Tolu Aboderin Olorogun Otega Emerhor Delta State stands a chance to join her peers with a bourgeoning economic profile and right leadership. The question is; will Deltans recognize this…
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Prostitute and client burnt to death in Delta brothel
by Iyobosa Omoregie A prostitute and two male clients were burnt to death on Friday, December 26, burnt to death in a red light district. The incident occurred in…
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#APCdecides: How Buhari won the APC presidential primaries
by Godwin Akanfe Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (rtd.) has won the presidential primaries of the All Progressives Congress (APC) The erstwhile head of state defeated- former vice president, Atiku Abubakar,…
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This is how Delta PDP voted Ifeanyi Okowa
by Iyobosa Omoregie Senator Ifeanyi Okowa has won the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship primary for Delta State. The Senate committee chairman on Health edged out 15 other aspirants to…
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Amputee sentenced for defiling 12 year old
by Iyobosa Omoregie The Magistrate Court sitting in Ibusa, Delta state has sentenced a 65 year-old trader, Raphael Azubuike to 12 months imprisonment for sexual assault on a 12 year-old…
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Militant leader, Tompolo denies kidnapping 14 journalists
by Iyobosa Omoregie Ex-militant leader, Chief Government Ekpemupolo aka Tompolo, has denied masterminding the abduction of 14 journalists, describing the allegations as untrue and misleading. Tompolo was alleged to have…
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Uduaghan, Ibori, tighten grip in Delta following Assembly primaries
by Iyobosa Omoregie Former political appointees as well as loyalists of Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan and the daughter of former governor, James Ibori, Saturday clinched the Peoples Democratic…
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419 Police officer dismissed for earning salaries from 15 police commands
by Azubuike Azikiwe A police officer, Victor Afam Banor, has been accused of collecting salaries from 15 different police commands. In total, Banor received N20 million meant for salaries of officers…
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Police arrest suspected killers of Nollywood actor, Clems Onyeka
by Azubuike Azikiwe Suspects in the murder of Nollywood actor, Clems Onyeka, have been arrested by the Delta State Police Command. Last month, a stray bullet hit and killed…
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Is Tony Obu the Fashola of Delta
by Toni Kan Summoned home in the last week of October by a dear uncle, I took a chartered taxi from Sapele and headed straight to Asaba. As soon as…
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@DejiGbenro on #NFFElections: The man who will be president
by Deji Adegbenro After one impeachment, two congresses the same day in the same city at different venues by different sets of delegates, FIFA suspension, another congress, several 'invitation for…
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Man reports self to police after butchering wife over infidelity
by Iyobosa Omorogie A man has been arrested in Delta state, after reporting himself to the police, following the murder of his wife over claims of sexual immorality. The accused,…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy