84 m. ago NDPHC seeks presidential intervention over N4trn debt owed to GenCos

Jennifer Adighije, Managing Director of Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) Limited, has called for Presidential intervention to facilitate funding read more NDPHC seeks presidential intervention over N4trn debt owed to GenCos

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8 h. ago “Delta Nursing Students Need To Be Celebrated For Mocking First Lady” – Sowore Says, Vows To Provide Legal Backing For Queried Student

Omoyele Sowore, a Nigerian journalist and former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), has praised Delta State nursing students for mocking First Lady Oluremi Tinubu in a TikTok video. Sowore commended the students’ bravery, saying they deserve celebration for exercising their freedom of expression. He also vowed to provide legal support for Osato […] The post “Delta Nursing Students Need To Be Celebrated For Mocking First Lady” – Sowore Says, Vows To Provide Legal Backing For Queried Student appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago NDPHC seeks presidential intervention on N4tn debt, project funding

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited, Jennifer Adighije has stated the need for a presidential intervention to address the severe liquidity crisis plaguing the power sector. She said the intervention should begin with settling of over N4tn owed to Generating Companies and facilitating funding for ongoing projects to enhance electricity Read More

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12 h. ago Delta Committed To Grassroots Sports Devt, Youth Engagement – Oborevwori

The Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) Torch made a notable stop in Asaba on Wednesday, where Governor Sheriff Oborevwori affirmed his administration’s unwavering dedication to grassroots sports development and youth engagement. In a rallying call, he urged Team Delta to reclaim the state’s revered position in sports during the inaugural games set to take place […]

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40 h. ago Listen To Nigerians, Recall Fubara, Others, PANDEF Tells Tinubu

The apex Niger Delta socio-political body, Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has urged President Bola Tinubu to recall Rivers State governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy and State Assembly. The regional body, while commending the president for signing of the South-South Development Commission Bill into law, said the president should listen to the calls of Nigerians […]

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47 h. ago NDDC resumes support to universities in oil region with Uniport in focus

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) was building large hostels in universities in the oil region but this suffered set-back read more NDDC resumes support to universities in oil region with Uniport in focus

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49 h. ago Activist Adeyanju Condemns Killing Of Tantita Security Personnel, Calls For Swift Action  

Human rights lawyer and activist, Deji Adeyanju, has condemned the recent killing of personnel from Tantita Security Services Ltd, a private security firm tasked with protecting Nigeria’s vital oil pipelines in the Niger Delta. According to The Guardian, while reacting to the tragic development on Monday in Abuja, Adeyanju described the attacks as a direct […]

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52 h. ago Nigeria sliding towards lawlessness, anarchy — Bayelsa deputy gov

Bayelsa State Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has raised concerns over the state of Nigeria’s democracy, warning that the country is drifting towards anarchy due to widespread disregard for the rule of law. Ewhrudjakpo made the remarks on Wednesday when a delegation from the Law Faculty of the Niger Delta University, led by the Vice Read More

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64 h. ago Senate delegation pays condolence visit to Edwin Clark’s family

The Senate has constituted a delegation to visit the family of the late Ijaw leader and elder statesman, Chief Edwin Clark, to express their condolences. The late Pan Niger Delta Forum leader died on February 17 at the age of 97. During Tuesday’s plenary, the Deputy President of the Senate, Jibrin Barau, announced that the Read More

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66 h. ago Niger youths condemn attempts to undermine INEC, destabilise democracy

By Sunday Ani The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has condemned what it described as campaign of misinformation and blackmail targeted at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the recall process of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a statement by the National Coordinator, Israel Uwejeyan, the group described the attempt as not only reckless but […] The post Niger youths condemn attempts to undermine INEC, destabilise democracy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago “I Won’t Abandon Tinubu, He Stood By Me In My Darkest Times” – Asari Dokubo

Asari Dokubo, a former Niger Delta agitator turned traditional ruler, has made a surprising U-turn in his stance towards President Bola Tinubu. Despite accusing Tinubu of betrayal just five months ago, Dokubo now says he cannot abandon the President because of his past loyalty. Dokubo recounted how Tinubu stood by him during his darkest times, […] The post “I Won’t Abandon Tinubu, He Stood By Me In My Darkest Times” – Asari Dokubo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Tinubu launches unity torch for 22nd National Sports Festival

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday officially flagged off the Torch of Unity movement for the 22nd National Sports Festival, set to take place in Ogun State from May 16 to May 30, 2025. At a ceremony held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the President described sports as a unifying force […] The post Tinubu launches unity torch for 22nd National Sports Festival appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago As STEM contest ends in PH: NDDC boss says out to boost science, tech, bridge tech gender gap in Niger Delta

Science, technology, and bridging gender tech gap seem to preoccupy the minds of the leadership of the Niger Delta Development read more As STEM contest ends in PH: NDDC boss says out to boost science, tech, bridge tech gender gap in Niger Delta

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3 d. ago Natasha: NDYC Condemns Alleged Attempts To Undermine INEC, Destabilise Democracy

The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has condemned what it described as a campaign of misinformation and blackmail targeted at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) over the recall process of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In a statement signed by the National Coordinator of NDYC, Comrade Israel Uwejeyan, the group described the attempts as not only […]

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4 d. ago Tinubu unveils construction of second Niger Bridge access road

President Bola Tinubu on Monday flagged off the contribution of access road to the Second Niger Bridge linking Delta/Anambra States Phase 2A contract. The President, represented by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State, described the access roads as critical for trade and commence. He said, “It is my honour and privilege to stand in for Read More

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4 d. ago Rivers: HURIWA faults AGF, Onanuga over allegations against Fubara

Insists on evidence-based discourse From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has condemned what it describes as unsubstantiated and reckless allegations by key federal officials linking suspended Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to militant activities in the Niger Delta. The rights group, in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, […] The post Rivers: HURIWA faults AGF, Onanuga over allegations against Fubara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago HURIWA Slams Fagbemi, Onanuga Over Unverified Allegations Against Fubara

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly condemned recent allegations made by top federal officials linking Rivers State governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to militant activities in the Niger Delta, describing the claims as baseless and politically motivated. In a statement issued on Monday, HURIWA’s National Coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, faulted accusations from Attorney […]

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4 d. ago Edo govt vows support as Niger Delta Sports Festival torch arrives Benin

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, on Monday, received the Unity Torch for the Niger Delta Sports Festival at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Shortly after, he led an entourage of torchbearers and sportsmen to the Government House, where he handed over […] The post Edo govt vows support as Niger Delta Sports Festival torch arrives Benin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago 12 Suspects Arrested As Army Destroys 19 Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta

The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army has destroyed 19 illegal refineries, arrested 12 suspects, and recovered 138,000 litres of stolen products in the Niger Delta region. The Army stated that the achievement was made during an operation carried out in collaboration with other security agencies in several communities. Lt. Col. Jonah Danjuma, Acting Deputy […] The post 12 Suspects Arrested As Army Destroys 19 Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Niger Delta Security: HURIWA Hails Tompolo, Otuaro’s Efforts Amid Allegations

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has condemned recent baseless allegations targeting High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, and Dr. Dennis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). In a statement released over the weekend, the National Coordinator HURIWA Emmanuel Onwubiko described the accusations as malicious fabrications orchestrated by criminal […]

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