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Aniocha-Oshimili Summit in Asaba Aims to Tackle Security, Development

Asaba Summit Plots Peace for Aniocha-Oshimili

Leaders converge in Asaba on Dec 29, 2025, for a crucial summit on unity, security, and development in Aniocha-Oshimili. Join the dialogue for a safer, more prosperous future.

Tantita Security Nabs 4 Suspects, Hands Over Oil Theft Vessel in Delta

4 Oil Theft Suspects, Vessel Handed Over in Delta

Tantita Security Services arrests four oil thieves, intercepts vessel MT Thor in Delta. Handover to Inter-Agency Task Force marks a key step in curbing economic sabotage in Niger Delta. Read details.

Police Deploy Massive Security for Christmas in Ogun, Delta, Imo

Massive Police Security for Christmas in 3 States

Police in Ogun, Delta, and Imo states launch major security operations for Christmas and New Year. Joint patrols, traffic control, and bans on fireworks aim for a safe celebration. Read details.

Delta Police Deploy Massive Security for Christmas, New Year Festivities

Delta Police Roll Out Extensive Yuletide Security Plan

Delta State Police Command announces a massive statewide security operation for Christmas and New Year. Commissioner Olufemi Abaniwonda orders heavy deployment to ensure a hitch-free celebration. Read details.

Delta's IGR Soars 90% Under Oborevwori's Fiscal Discipline Drive

Delta IGR up 90%, Hits N158bn Under Oborevwori

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori reports a 90% IGR surge to N158bn, zero borrowing for major projects, and outlines Delta's infrastructure transformation. Read the full story.

Former Delta Senator Peter Nwaoboshi Dies at 68, Governor Mourns

Ex-Delta Senator Peter Nwaoboshi Dies at 68

Former Delta North Senator Peter Nwaoboshi has passed away at 68. Governor Oborevwori mourns a major loss to the state and nation. Read more about his legacy.

Delta State Holds Coaches Summit Ahead of 2026 Niger Delta Games

Delta Coaches Summit for 2026 Niger Delta Games

Delta State organises a working session with coaches to strategise for the 2026 Niger Delta Games in Benin, aiming to improve on its second-place finish from the maiden edition.

Security Guard Confesses: How We Murdered Retired Judge in Delta

Guard Confesses to Murder of Retired Judge in Delta

A security guard hired just a week earlier details how he and accomplices murdered retired Chief Judge Justice Ifeoma Okogwu in Asaba. Shocking confession reveals robbery plan turned deadly.

Delta Governor Signs N1.729 Trillion 2026 Budget, Largest in State History

Oborevwori Signs Delta's N1.729tr 2026 Budget

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has signed the N1.729 trillion 2026 budget into law, a 70% increase from 2025. The budget focuses on capital projects and is tagged 'Budget of Accelerating the MORE Agenda'. Read more.

NDDC Halts Project Inaugurations to Honour Late Bayelsa Deputy Governor

NDDC Suspends Project Launch to Mourn Bayelsa Deputy Gov

The NDDC has postponed all project inaugurations in the Niger Delta to honour the late Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo. Read about the tributes and the suspended 700-bed hostel commissioning.

Gov Oborevwori Backs Anioma State Creation, Urges Constitutional Process

Oborevwori Endorses Anioma State Agitation

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori supports the creation of Anioma State but insists on following constitutional provisions. Anioma youths staged a peaceful protest in Asaba.

Delta Assembly Approves N1.73 Trillion 2026 Budget, Exceeds Governor's Proposal

Delta Assembly Passes N1.73tr 2026 Budget

Delta State House of Assembly passes a N1.73 trillion budget for 2026, raising the governor's proposal by N65.6 billion. Read details on the budget breakdown and legislative process.

New Documentary Demands Recognition for 1967 Asaba Massacre Victims

Documentary Seeks Justice for 1967 Asaba Massacre

A new documentary premiering in London demands public recognition and restitution for the 1967 Asaba Massacre, one of the Nigerian Civil War's darkest chapters. Learn the untold story.

Delta Police Arrest Security Guard for Murder of Retired Judge

Security Guard Nabbed for Murder of Retired Delta Judge

Police in Delta State have arrested a security guard, Godwin Mngumi, for the murder of retired High Court judge, Justice Ifeoma Okogwu. A second suspect is in custody as the manhunt for a third continues. Read the full details.

Ex-Delta Deputy Speaker Friday Osanebi Donates ₦1 Billion for Christmas Relief

Friday Osanebi Donates ₦1bn for Delta Christmas Celebrations

Former Delta Deputy Speaker Friday Osanebi releases ₦1 billion for Christmas support to Deltans. The massive donation includes food items and cash to ease economic hardship. Read details of the distribution and a related crime update.

Groups Reject Senator's Call to Sack NSA Ribadu, Defend Civilian Role

Oodua, Niger Delta Groups Back Ribadu, Reject Sack Call

Oodua Peoples Network and Niger Delta Stakeholders' Forum reject Senator Fadahunsi's call to remove NSA Nuhu Ribadu. They argue security leadership requires strategy, not just a military background. Read their full defense.

Land Disputes in Delta Claim 10 Lives in 6 Months, Police Raise Alarm

Delta Land Disputes Kill 10 in Six Months

Delta State faces a surge in deadly land conflicts, with 10 lives lost in six months. Police cite greed and corruption as root causes. Read the full investigation.

Delta Police Reaffirm Fireworks Ban for Christmas, Warn of Arrests

Delta Police Reaffirm Christmas Fireworks Ban

Delta State Police Command has restated the ban on fireworks ahead of Christmas. Commissioner Olufemi Abaniwonda warns that use, sale, or display will lead to arrest and prosecution. Report violators.

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