27 h. ago NDDC decries disruption of projects commissioning in Calabar, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous, allegation by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking in Bayelsa during the inauguration of some projects executed by the Commission, Chairman, Governing Board of the interventionist agency, Chiedu Ebie, […] The post NDDC decries disruption of projects commissioning in Calabar, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics

By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has dismissed as bad politics and mischievous allegations by officials of the Cross River State Government that it hijacked projects undertaken by the state. Speaking on Wednesday in Bayelsa State during the inauguration of some projects executed by the commission, the Chairman of the Governing Board […] The post NDDC denies hijacking Cross River projects, warns against unhealthy politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago NDDC to receive more recovered funds for projects – EFCC chairman

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Olanipekun Olukoyede, has announced that more recovered looted funds will be made available to the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to execute projects in the Niger Delta region. Olukoyede made this statement in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, while commissioning two NDDC […] The post NDDC to receive more recovered funds for projects – EFCC chairman appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago EFCC now satisfied, ready to release more NDDC recovered funds

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) seems satisfied with the financial operations of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), read more EFCC now satisfied, ready to release more NDDC recovered funds

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6 d. ago Gov Otu blamed for disruption of NDDC projects commissioning in C’River

The Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has been blamed for the disruption of the commissioning of projects executed by the Federal Government in Calabar, the state capital. The incident, which happened on June 13, allegedly involved the destruction of structures prepared for the commissioning of  road projects executed by the Niger Delta Development […] The post Gov Otu blamed for disruption of NDDC projects commissioning in C’River appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Cross River govt dismisses reports of disruption at NDDC event

  The Cross River State Government has dismissed as false, reports suggesting controversy surrounding the recent commissioning of projects by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) in Calabar. The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Nsa Gill, said in a statement that on Friday, June 13, 2025, the Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh, officially […] The post Cross River govt dismisses reports of disruption at NDDC event appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Impeachments in Nigeria’s political history: Constitutional authority and political realism

Tribune Online Impeachments in Nigeria’s political history: Constitutional authority and political realism Nigeria: When laws are flouted, not enforced NIGERIA’s political evolution has been punctuated by several high-profile impeachments—each a revealing episode in the nation’s democratic journey. From governors to deputy governors and legislative leaders, these events shed light on the tensions between political ambition and constitutional order. They also underscore the pivotal role of the judiciary […] Impeachments in Nigeria’s political history: Constitutional authority and political realism Tribune Online

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1 week ago NDDC @ 25: IAWPA Set To Begin Solar Fan Project For Niger Delta Communities

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) has congratulated the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) on its 25th anniversary, revealing its plan distributing solar fans in some communities. “We commend the Commission’s developmental role in the Niger Delta region, transforming lives and promoting sustainable development,” IAWPA’s International Spokesman, Amb Emmanuel Nkweke, said in a […]

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1 week ago Shettima Commissions NDPHC’s Substation To Boosts Power Supply To Borno

Vice President Kashim Shettima has commissioned a new 1×7.5MVA 33kV/11kV distribution injection substation at Borno State University, a project executed by the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). The substation, commissioned on Sunday, as part of the Eid celebrations, is expected to significantly improve the quality and reliability of electricity supply to the university and […]

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1 week ago NDDC Will Sustain Support For Digital Transformation In Niger Delta, Says Ogbuku

Managing director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr Samuel Ogbuku, says the commission will continue to sponsor programmes that support technological advancement and digital transformation in the Niger Delta region. At the Port Harcourt Tech Expo 2025 yesterday, Ogbuku stressed the importance of bringing together innovators, entrepreneurs and industry leaders to explore the […]

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1 week ago PDP commends NDDC over 10, 000 youth internship scheme in Niger Delta

Tribune Online PDP commends NDDC over 10, 000 youth internship scheme in Niger Delta The acting Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bayelsa State has commended the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, for his outstanding efforts in NDDC youth internship scheme, which has positively impacted 10,000 youths across the Niger Delta region PDP commends NDDC over 10, 000 youth internship scheme in Niger Delta Tribune Online

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2 w. ago ‘We’re Ijaws, not Itsekiris’, Delta community clarifies misconceptions

Tribune Online ‘We’re Ijaws, not Itsekiris’, Delta community clarifies misconceptions The people of Kantu Community in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta have affirmed that they originated from the Ijaw bloodline and not Itsekiri. ‘We’re Ijaws, not Itsekiris’, Delta community clarifies misconceptions Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Oborevwori commissions multiple projects in Warri for 2nd anniversary

Urges contending ethnic groups to remain calm and allow government agencies address ward delineation issues From Ben Dunno, Warri As part of the activities to mark its 2nd year anniversary, Delta state Governor, Elder Sheriff Oborevwori, yesterday commissioned several projects in Warri South Local Government area, to elevate the living standards of residents of the […] The post Oborevwori commissions multiple projects in Warri for 2nd anniversary appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Anioma Youths Lament Lack Of Transparency In NDDC Internship Programme

A group, the Anioma Youth Forum Worldwide (AYF-W), has expressed deep disappointment over the lack of transparency in the implementation of the Niger Delta Youth Internship Programme of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). The forum called for equity and transparency in the internship programme meant for all Niger Deltans. The group, in a statement […]

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2 w. ago Delta CP orders probe into robbery allegations against officers

By Christopher Oji Commissioner of Police in charge of Delta State  Command   Olufemi Abaniwonda has ordered investigation into the robbery allegations against officers of Ebrumede Division, Warri Area Command. There is a viral video on social  media that captures a man,DJ Young, who accused some policemen of robbing his woman friend of the sum […] The post Delta CP orders probe into robbery allegations against officers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ijaw Community Seeks NDDC’s Intervention On Road Project Abandoned For 11 Years

The Ijaw community of Gelegele in Ovia North-East local government area of Edo state has called on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to revisit the Udo-Ufunoma-Enikura-Gwilebu road project abandoned over 11 years ago. The community said no fewer than 100 communities have been cut off due to the non-completion of the road.   They […]

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3 w. ago A NEW NDDC: Transiting from transaction to tansformation at 25

From Tony John, Port Harcourt The task of developing the Niger Delta region cannot be taken lightly and this may have informed the  Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) policy of transitioning from transaction to transformation to ensure effective service delivery to the people. Recently, the Commission’s development and transformation programmes have been given impetus with […] The post A NEW NDDC: Transiting from transaction to tansformation at 25 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Delta commissioner clarifies Warri constituency tensions, defends INEC redelineation move

Tribune Online Delta commissioner clarifies Warri constituency tensions, defends INEC redelineation move “The misconception that Warri belongs solely to one ethnic group, particularly the Itsekiris, is inaccurate and dismisses the historical and cultural realities of the Urhobos and Ijaws Delta commissioner clarifies Warri constituency tensions, defends INEC redelineation move Tribune Online

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